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Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« on: October 01, 2017, 04:58:22 AM »
Has anyone ridden the JL Super Frank?

I can't decide between the 7'6 x 31" Wide or the 8'0 x 30" Lean. Both are 115 liters which seems perfect for me at 170lbs. I know I could handle less volume but I think a few extra liters might help with speed and glide which is what I need on those slow mushy days.

I want to go as short as possible but I'm wondering how the extra inch of width on the 7'6 will affect performance compared to the 8'0 x 30". I'm sure I could ride either board comfortably. 

The 7'6 x 29.5" @ 100 liters is tempting but a little too narrow for me at my age, so I'm leaning toward the 7'6 x 31".

I would very much appreciate anyone's experience and/or opinions on this model.

http://jimmylewis.com/shop/super-frank/

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« Last Edit: October 01, 2017, 05:36:36 AM by Badger »
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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #1 on: October 01, 2017, 05:57:20 AM »
7'6". To me, below 8' is when your board just has that snappy, fun feeling. Often times when I go to surf I'll take two boards, an 8'4" and a 7'7". I always prefer the shorter if the conditions allow.  It's the difference between glidey and snappy. And snappy is more fun for me. I'm more or less your size (6-1 182) and your same age.

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #2 on: October 01, 2017, 05:58:34 AM »
Good question Badger-I'm interested in hearing more about this board too. The sizing options make the range very accessible. I like the look of the 8'6 Lean as it should suit me well at 85kg. Have you contacted Marlon Lewis? He's been extremely helpful with my queries in the past and replies quickly to my emails. There also seems to be some good information of the Super Frank on seabreeze.
All the best with your decision!

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #3 on: October 01, 2017, 06:26:57 AM »
Both boards will do fine on those "good" wave conditions. But for those "mushy" wave conditions, I think the 7'6" x 31" would be better than the 8'0" x 30". My vote would be for the 7'6" x 31".
Blue Planet Duke: 10'5" x 32" x 4.5" @ 190 Liters (2 Dukes)
Sup Sports Hammer: 8'11" x 31" x 4" @ 140 Liters
SUP Sports One World: 11'1" x 30" x 4.5" @ 173 Liters
CJ Nelson Parallax: 9'3" x 23 1/2" x 3 3/16" @ 78.8 Liters (prone surfing longboard; Thunderbolt Technologies build in Red construction)

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #5 on: October 01, 2017, 11:55:48 AM »
https://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Stand-Up-Paddle/Review/NEW-Jimmy-Lewis-Super-Frank-has-landed

https://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Stand-Up-Paddle/Review/NEW-Jimmy-Lewis-Super-Frank-has-landed


And this one (I'm not too sure if I added the link correctly, but can be found easily by searching 'Super Frank' on the forum). Hope it's useful to you!

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #6 on: October 01, 2017, 12:05:04 PM »
Dave at Cinnamon Rainbows just got word from Jimmy and/or Marlon that they are available so I pulled the trigger on the 7'6. I think that's the right choice. I haven't even seen one of these boards in person yet because the shop doesn't ordinarily stock boards this small.

Dave said he's having a run on Super Franks. Two other Frank orders were also placed this week. Funny how the first three orders the shop has seen all happened in the same week. They will all arrive in the same shipment and we should see them next week.



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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #7 on: October 01, 2017, 12:07:54 PM »
Excellent news! I'm excited for you! I look forward to hearing your first impressions on the board.

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #8 on: October 01, 2017, 12:23:15 PM »


I've been following the Breeze threads ever since the Frank first came out.

I'll definitely do a full report once I get a few sessions in. It sure looks like a fun board.
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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #9 on: October 01, 2017, 12:37:08 PM »
When I first saw the Superfrank what struck me about it was that the template is so similar to the JP Surf Widebody...which is a board I have had for a few years.....it's a great fun shape.

I'm not saying the two boards are identical because rocker and other stuff will be different....but the outline is very much the same.

With Jimmy's magic I guess it will be a great board too.

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #10 on: October 01, 2017, 01:37:29 PM »
Yes, the JP 7'11 x 30.5" Surf Wide is similar but not as radical.

The Super Frank appears to take things a step further. The wide point has been moved a bit forward of center. Hard, tucked rails and deep concaves generate speed and drive. It has a wider nose for stability while keeping a performance tail. I expect the rocker is different as well. It's not your typical surfboard.

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #11 on: October 01, 2017, 05:48:17 PM »
Well done, Badger! I think you've chosen well and will love it. And in typical male fashion, you'll probably be following up with the 8'er in a few months. Rationalization is a key character trait for us guys. Me, I love it! So post your review, and we'll be looking forward to your thoughts on the 8' model soon😄!

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #12 on: October 01, 2017, 07:07:14 PM »
I held and saw one in person (which is almost impossible as Badger added on the east coast- we never get any boards here ....)

but saw it at 101 Paddlesports in San Rafael last weekend when I was in SF for a wedding.

very nice looking shape, typical super light great JL construction-  but seemed to be a dated shape. (AGAIN I ONLY SAW IT IN THE STORE....no demo!:))

very Wide Point like, Very Pocket Rocket like.

IMHO looks like a great mush wave board to turn quicker (pin tail vs square / simmons) but be stable and get in early with the nose volume and rocker.

whether its better than the original shortboard 'easy' shapes....that's a demo question





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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #13 on: October 06, 2017, 06:47:58 AM »
while youre on it nojerz, and given you move through a lotta boards, which new brands/shapes/designs excite you now?

like which innovative brands/shapes/sizes? which have you tried? which are you dying to try?

if youve time to reply....
Portal Barra 8'4"
Sunova Creek 8'7"
Starboard Pro Blue Carbon  8'10"
KeNalu Mana 82, xTuf, ergoT

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Re: Jimmy Lewis Super Frank?
« Reply #14 on: October 06, 2017, 09:56:09 AM »
Hey Eastie!  Hope you are surfed out- I was frothing over the LB waves the last month- didnt get out there once.

I've really migrated back to the total traditional surf shape.  It  is what works on the punchy quick in-the-pocket NJ waves.  I've also found that I dont mind a little width these days to keep the boards short.  8'10 vs 8' seems like universes apart for surfing vertically.   (But no more than 31' I'm 200-215lbs)  Also I dont mind sacrificing stability for on wave performance when the waves are good.  I'll just sit to wait- I dont want to ride a log because it easy to stand. 



Im dying to try the new sunovas (the creek but more  the Flash)  when I demoed the acid- that tail really made it surf smaller than it is.  Im using a 9'1 JL SUpertech as my big wave board currently and it doesnt have nearly the snap the Acid had. But the Acid tail worried me on big stuff- when i rode it- and watching videos everyone is VERY twitchy going fast.

I'm waiting for my Riviera to die (its been buckled- i have reinforced it with carbon and it weights about 5lbs more now) I hate the construction but love the shape. That's my every day board now. love/hate relationship.

I may have a shaper knock it off with a few tweaks.

I had a few 'tomo' style shapes.  fun to go real short (i have/had a 7'4 Hypernut and a 7'10 Pop out from a local co.) but really arent pocket surfers- fun like a skateboard on mush- but really quiver not everyday board.

Still searching for 'the one'  :)








 


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