The Bull Run from JS Industries is a step-down fun board that strikes a smart balance between user-friendliness and performance. Designed as a more compact alternative to the Raging Bull, it carries the stability and paddle power of a mid-length but in a shorter, more maneuverable frame. A fuller nose makes catching waves effortless while adding glide and momentum through softer sections, while the pulled-in round tail ensures you don’t sacrifice drive or control when the waves have more punch.
Built primarily for flatter-faced waves up to head high, the Bull Run features a low rocker to generate instant speed, complemented by a deeper single-to-double concave that lifts and flows smoothly rail to rail. This makes it an excellent board for weaker conditions while still capable of stepping up when sections get steeper. With a five-fin setup, it adapts easily to either thruster or quad, depending on the feel and speed you’re chasing.
Forgiving yet lively, the Bull Run is equally suited for surfers refining their fundamentals or more advanced riders looking for a versatile board that thrives in everyday surf.
Pros
User-friendly paddler thanks to fuller nose and flatter rocker
Generates speed and glide in weak conditions
Forgiving medium-low rails with plenty of hidden volume
Versatile five-fin setup allows both thruster and quad options
Pulled-in round tail adds control and drive, even in punchier surf
Cons
Not intended for powerful surf well above head high
Less radical than a performance shortboard, so advanced surfers may find its limits in critical waves
Final Verdict
The JS Industries Bull Run is a versatile step-down fun board that combines paddle power, glide, and easy speed with just enough performance to handle punchier sections. Perfect for everyday conditions, it’s a board that can keep surfers of all abilities stoked, whether you’re chasing flow in soft beach breaks or carving turns in playful point waves.
