Summary:
Resurrected from Chilli’s archives and originally designed with Andy Irons in the early 2000s, the A2 is a high-performance shortboard built for modern-day surfing. Reimagined with refined outlines and updated contours through Chilli’s Project Black program, this board delivers precision, drive, and flow in critical waves. It's a board that likes to be pushed and rewards committed surfing.

Pros:

Proven design lineage with AI’s stamp of approval
Updated with modern concaves, outline, and tail lift for tighter performance
Smooth rail-to-rail transitions and powerful drive
Holds in critical sections and excels in quality waves
Gentle rocker and single concave provide speed and flow

Cons:

Demands an engaged, performance-focused approach—less forgiving for casual or lower-intermediate surfers
Not built for weak or mushy surf; it thrives in solid conditions

Final Verdict:
The A2 is a precision instrument—fast, clean, and built for performance surfing. If you're looking for a modern shortboard that can handle real waves and deliver rail-driven turns, the A2 is a must-have. This is a refined classic reborn, perfect for surfers chasing that premium, AI-inspired feel.

A2

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