The Xanadu NITZ 2 was created in response to a clear demand: a step-up version of the beloved Pig 2, made to handle larger, more powerful surf while retaining the ease and user-friendliness that made the Pig 2 so popular. Designed for waves from shoulder-high to well overhead, the NITZ 2 is a versatile performance board that excels in size without sacrificing control.
Built with a rounder outline and a pulled-in pin tail, the NITZ 2 delivers early wave entry and excels in tight arcs, steep faces, and barreling conditions. The bottom contour, rocker profile, and slightly harder rails all work together to create a board that feels comfortable underfoot even in heavy surf. Despite its “step-up” capabilities, this board is forgiving, easy to paddle, and designed to get in early and go deep. It’s been tested in serious waves—like double-overhead Lances Rights and Blacks—proving its reliability in real-world heavy water.
Pros:
* Early wave entry and great paddle power in bigger surf
* Pin tail and foil allow for smooth, controlled turns and barrel riding
* Extremely user-friendly for a step-up board
* Can be ridden at your standard shortboard length
Cons:
* Not designed for small or weak surf
* Pulled-in tail offers less surface area, which can feel tracky in flatter waves
Summary:
The Xanadu NITZ 2 is a step-up shortboard that blends confidence-inspiring control with serious paddle power for bigger days. It’s a go-to for surfers who want to charge overhead waves without stepping too far outside their comfort zone. Easy to ride, great for barrels, and capable of vertical surfing when it counts—the NITZ 2 proves that bigger boards don’t have to mean compromise. Just point it, and go.