Summary:
The BV2 is a high-performance summer board born from the DNA of the original Black Vulture, fine-tuned for speed, paddle power, and drive in smaller, weaker waves. With updates to its outline, rocker, and tail design, the BV2 delivers a balanced blend of forgiveness and control, making it an ideal weapon for everyday summer conditions.Pros:
Speed and Paddle Power: The flatter rocker and full nose help generate and maintain speed, especially in soft sections.
Versatile Tail: The straighter rail line into a swallow tail offers excellent hold and drive, especially when surfed as a Twin + stabiliser.
Forgiving Yet High-Performance: Easy to surf for a wide range of skill levels, but still capable of pushing performance boundaries.
Multiple Fin Options: Works well as both a Twin + 1 and a thruster, allowing you to tailor the ride to your style or wave of the day.
Cons:
Not a Step-Up: While ideal for summer surf, the BV2 may feel limited in punchier or larger waves where more rocker and a narrower outline are advantageous.
Less Pivot Than the Original: Removing the semi flyer enhances hold, but some surfers may miss the added pivot that feature offered in the original Black Vulture.
Final Verdict:
The BV2 is a refined evolution of a crowd favorite, retooled for extra speed and control in the summer slop. Whether you're cruising on a Twin + 1 or drawing sharper lines with a thruster, the BV2 excels in small-wave scenarios without sacrificing performance. A dependable go-to for everyday summer surf.
