Alpha/Omega Quick Review
Alpha Omega Bonzer Twin Fin shaped by Malcolm Campbell.
5’8″ x 20 1/4″ x 2 1/2″
Rider: J.P. St Pierre, CEO & Janitor of Surfy Surfy, Inc.
Height 5’7″ Weight 153 lbs Age 40.
The Campbell Brothers secretly made the best twin fin surfboard ever in the late 70’s.
For the most part it’s a familiar MR style twin, but loaded with the incredible Light Vehicle bottom Bonzer concaves.
My first session was in 2-3 ft offshore beachbreak. I super kooked my first three waves(ha!).
The A/O is really FAST and LOOSE. So much so it took me by surprise.
I have been riding twin fins for years but have never felt the “slickyness” and speed of this A/O. My feet settled in by the fourth wave and after that I was able to string some good ones together.
Most twin fins only want to surf in the pocket but the A/O will project you down the line Bonzer-esque.
Conclusion: Thanks to Malcolm and Duncan for releasing the A/O. I say it’s for experienced twin riders who want to take the next step.
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| Marine ply fins by Jack Jensen aka The Fin Man. |
Original Alpha/Omega Bonzer twin caught in action. Photos courtesy of Bonzer5.com
Mark
February 10, 2011You have to throw Lis a bone too..
Surfy Surfy!
February 10, 2011Check out the Steve Lis feature in the new Surfer’s Journal. It’s pretty interesting what he is riding these days.
Anonymous
February 10, 2011Since you are 5’7″ 153lbs could you have gone shorter than a 5’8″ twin? Maybe a 5’6″? Interesting seeing the stats. Awesome looking board!
Mr. Olson
February 10, 2011Love that airspray! Board looks killer. “Stocked” for you JP!
Surfy Surfy!
February 10, 2011I’m trying to keep my boards at least 5’8″ these days. 5’10” has been my favorite length. I used to ride 5’5″s and 5’6″s but I find them over wiggly. Maybe it’s a age 40 thing?
Anonymous
February 10, 2011Yeah wiggly, didn’t think of that..even more in the head high + range, huh?
Anonymous
February 11, 2011Love that outline, could it be rigged with a traditional bonzer set up?