KINGPIN! A NEW ERA OF SHORTBOARD

i was in bali and saw parko and js riding this board,it looked amazing,i want one

is the board parko riding the same board that is saw JS riding at 6 ft deserts ,i'm pretty sure it was a quad.
who is stocking them in OZ

Hey Micko,yeah mate the board i rode at deserts was a kingpin, went amazing the quad went really good in the barrel, so fast. were building stock at the moment so stores should see them in about 4 weeks.

what fins should i ride in this i notice jp talk about as a quad ,it sounds like this board goes in everything if it has been ridden at deserts as well,thats a pretty sweet wave

Hi PC,
so far the quad has worked best at speed, ie in barrels and open faces. if you want to surf vertical then the thurster set up is the go. JS

thanks js i work in california a fair bit will it be good for those crappy summer waves

i was about to order a cv8 bit now i also like the look of the kingpin which would be better for fuller faced ( victorian ) waves in the 3-5 ft range ?

Will you be making these as a custom option bro or just as standard stock for the stores? What sort of size range bro? Look mean!!

This board looks siiick, would be good for this summer's waves...where in southern cali can i get one???

Like your website quite a lot, not simply due to the fact with the articles and other content, however the view of you on the society. Thank you for sharing.

hey Ed, custom kingpins will be available as long as you stick close to the stock sizes. making them thinner or thicker is no problem. the stock sizes on the site are as a suggestion and also what you would find stock in store.
JS

hey Geezee, check out the 'Where to Buy' option at the top of the page. go to west coast of the USA and look for your nearest store. if there is nothing close let me know.
JS

which board will surf more vertically
(thruster like) as a quad the kingpin or the vx5

Hi Dave,
the kingpin will surf more like a standard board compared with the VX5. the VX5 being a vee bottom with more a fish style outline will surf slightly more flat. Kingpin is the go.

hi js im 6'4" and 85k
and i surf pretty ordinary.. how big would i order one

Yeah Orbit, pauly reckons all seaford board riders rip? so I assume your being modest. im thinking either the 6'1 or 6'2.
JS

Will this become available in the epoxy carbon rail style as well? I have seen the nitro in this and it looks and feels sick.

When will these be in the shops in Santa Cruz? Is custom order the only way to get one?

Kingpin stock is getting made at the moment. it should be in store in Santa Cruz in a few weeks. you can also custom order if you like. JS

hi i surf bondi waves and im 5'5 and 50 kg what is the bast board to buy for me considering the small waves i surf

Hi JS the Kingpin looks sick. trying to decide between the parko 6'1 signature or the 5'9 Kingpin. I mostly surf small below average Perth waves so guessing kingpin is the better option. any advice would be much appreciated

hi Josh,
without knowing your ability id suggest the 5'6 Kingpin. if you are an advanced surfer then you could ride a 5'4 or 5'5.

Hi Ryan, id go for the Kingpin for sure. you will have much more fun in the majority of perth conditions and if the surf does get good they still go great. check out your nearest Star Surf store . JS

hey js, i'm 6.0 per 72kg,ordinary surfer, wich sized i shuold ride the kingpin? gracias hermano

Hi Nico,
id suggest you ride a 5'10 kingpin.

Im 5'6" 66 kg. My last js was a 6'0" combat, been riding other shorter boards for the last 6 months or so but am really excited by the kingpin & keen to get back on a js, what size do you recommend?

And also would you ride a blakbox the same length as a kingpin, & which would be more vestitile?
Thanks

hey, JS im 6'0"and 82kg i was wondering which kinpin i should get the 5'10" or the 5'11" i surf a fair few beachies and point breaks and i am so keen on the idea of the kingpin also im thinking of getting the k-3 quad fin set up with 5 fins what do you recomened??
cheers

Hey JS,

What is the purpose of the mini flyer in the tail of the King Pin, is it to make the board looser? I've been riding Bourton round tail quads for the past 2 years which are extremely responsive, how would the King Pin differ than those? I saw one at Kirra Surf, great looking board.

Cheers,

Glen.

Hey JS - As an ex-professional from California since I have been riding your boards I feel re-born. Thank you! I have the 5'11 18 1/4 2 1/4 Parko which was my go to in all conditions until I rode the Blak Box (5'8 19 1/2 2 1/4) in smaller surf and have to say it is the fastest most responsive board I have ever ridden. What board should I get next to get the speed and drive of the Blak Box with a bit more hold for the larger days? I am 5'7 165lbs. Thanks!

Hey JS,I love your work i have to say, i´m 6´0 and 102kg i got 6´6 300kw and a Jordy 6´3-19 a month ago i was keen to trade my CI Pod6´2 20 3/4 2 5/8 in to get a Blak Box as replacement to surf a more modern summer board shape but now i saw the king pin and i´m confused.Is the only difference the Quad fins!i´m a intermediate to advanced surfer what would you recommend i was looking at the 6´2 Blak box or the 6´2 -6´3 kingpin.
Thanks Julian (Perth)

Hey KEV,
id suggest a 5'6 blak box or a 5'8 Kingpin. the Kingpin is alittle more verstile suited to more all round waves.
JS

Hey WADE,
i d suggest the 5'11. i think it would be spot on for you. Im sure the K3 setup will work fine. keep an eye out for the new quad set in the KR fin range im doing now. that will suit it perfect. www.kinetikracingco.com

Hey GLEN,
the mini flyers are there just to pull the tail in slightly so it doesnt have too much area. without them the tail would be too wide, it would go straight good but not much else. the biggest difference between mine and the Bourtons is the Kingpin will go way better.....
JS

JS,

Do you guys have demos of the King Pin the Gold Coast. I think a 6'2' would be equivalent in volume to what I am currently riding.

Thanks,

Glen.

Will futures fin boxes or fcs fusion be avaliable in the kingpin, would this require a custom order?

hey j.s i am 6'2 85 kg i ride a 6'4 retro fish, average performer. looking at either kingpin or nitro. what would you recommend?
cheers thanks for your time.. tony

Hey JS meant to ask last time man, how do you go about ordering a custom board and for the Kingpin with a spray from the gallery about what cost? Thinking 6'1 x 19.5 x 2 5/8. That do-able? Cheers Dude.

Kev, stock board will be standard FCS setup, if you would like the fusion system or Futures you will have to custom order. JS

hey GLEN, what length are you currently riding and what is your height, weight etc?? JS

Hey TONY, I would say the Kingpin would be the better transition board coming from a 6'4 retro fish. Its suitable in all conditions so you can't go wrong. Retro fishes are usually much wider, so depending on your current dimensions you don't want to stray too far from what your used to. I'd say 6'1 or 6'2 would be fine. JS

JS you must have the patience of a saint....all these questions!!! One thing I would say though is can you stop making all these new models. I have a JS Jordy Smith model and was looking at getting a Nitro, then the Blak Box came out so was going to get that instead now the Kingpin!!!! My head is spinning :-)

JS, how about adding the volumes of the boards to the sizing charts.

Hey KEV,
fusion plugs will have to be custom order for sure. thanks mate

Hey JS,
Looking for a 5'10" kingpin, 6'0 or 6'1" Bruce or Parko model and a 6'3"or 6'4 step up. I live in Kona on the Big Island, Hawaii. I called Surf and Sea on OAHU and they had no stock and didn't seem to eager to order. Any thoughts?

hey js,
I'm riding a 5'10 blakbox and love it!! I'm about 5'10 and 168 lbs poor paddler. what dims would you suggest for a kingpin? 5'11 or 6'0"? where can I order custom in southern cal?

cheers,
jim

Hi JIM - Great to hear about your BlakBox. Our teamriders are generally riding their Kingpins 1 inch longer than their BlakBoxes, except for Occy who rides a 5'11 in both. I suggest the 5'11. Contact our West Coast agent Steve: stevemeidroth@msn.com - He will be able to direct you to the right store or provide you with a stocklist. Cheers JS

Hi, I have just missed out on a 5'11 Blak Box here in the UK so I'm looking for an alternative model. What would you suggest for UK waves 0-3ft? I'm not after a fishy type board but a high performance board for sloppy/small conditions. As far as I can see there's the Nitro/V2.1/VX5???
Cheers!!

Hi MIKE, thats a shame you missed out on the Blak Box, but all the other boards are equally as fun. I would suggest to you the Nitro, you would ride it the same length as the Blakbox, so in your case the 5'11. It is suggested for waves 0-3 ft however I have ridden mine in 4ft surf with bigger front fins and it goes a treat. Cheers JS

Hey JS, I am just purchsing a couple of new boards from you guys and have bought 6'0 Bruce for my standard shortboard and a VX5 for a small day performance fish. My question is do you think the VX5 would be the most performance style fish for up to 3-4 ft in your range. I usually ride a RNF 5'6 and have gone for the same dimensions on the VX5...or would you recommend something else?

Hey JS
Sent you guys an email on the contact you have on the site - not sure if it got through though as has been a while - was to do with ordering a custom board - is there an e-mail address for guys I can try? Cheers.

Hey JS Ive been riding a 6'8 300kw and a 7'0 SG both 19.5 x 2.75 in the Country and love them. Best board ever. I am 6'3" 215 - 220. Wanted to try the Kingpin. Does the standard 6'4" 20.5 x 2.75 sound about right?

Wanted a groveler, was thinking about the Black Box, maybe the 6'3 or 6'4? what do u think. Probably surf it in town, and small country like Lani's and Mokes. Thanks

Hey E-Man, stoked you liking your boards man. I think your definitely on the money with the 6'4 Kingpin, as for the groveller you can drop one inch from Kingpin to BlakBox so I'd recommend the 6'3 BB, perfect in anything up to 3ft. Cheers mate -JS

hi JS, what size would you suggest in the kP? I'm 5'10.5" 65kg, generally surf beach's on nsw coast. Been surfing about 15yrs. Just picked up demo 5'10" but probably looking at 5'8"(no demos). Haven't riden 5'10" demo yet. Cheers ben

Hey, I was just wondering when ur gonna ship these boards to the east coast of Florida?

Hey JS,

I've been riding the BlakBox all summer and it's sick!
But I am moving to Costa Rica for six months in January and my standard shortboard recently deceased so I need to pick one up before I go and I can't decide between a 6'1" kingpin, a 6'3" jordy, or a 6'3" konfusion? I'll be bringing a 6'1" Blakbox and a 6'6" step as well. What do you think would be best? Thanks

--Im 6'2" 88kg

thanks again

Hi JS, I am thinking of getting a Kingpin as an all round board. I currently have a 6,0 Firewire spitefire but wanted something with a little more performance potential. I am 5,9 and weight about 83kgs. what are your thoughts on sizing for myself, and will this board give me a little more performance?

Hi Dave - yeah for sure mate. The Kingpin is much more pulled in in the tail than the spitfire, the spitfire also has a really wide outline restricting you from getting high performance out of the board. The kingpin has enough foam in the deck and rails to give you the stability and paddling speed. Cheers JS

Hey JS i'm 6'3 95kg looking at getting either a Kingpin or a Luke Egan, im riding a 6'3 x 19 1/4 x 2 1/5 shortboard at the moment but doesn't feel like enough volume, what would you recommend? Im looking for something to take out in all conditions, perfect to dribbly sydney shit. thanks mate.

Hi Pete - The Luke range is still not as chunky as the board you are riding, if you were set on Luke you can definintely tweak the dimensions a bit but to be totally honest given that you are a bigger guy and for Sydney beachies I would definintely recommend the Konfusion model. All our local heavy powerful surfers are loving the Konfusion and it really is the perfect allrounder. The foam distribution is different to the Luke and all other models as it maintains its thickness across the deck, giving more volume. Any other questions let me know. Cheers JS

Hey JS thanks for the quick reply mate - Yeah im basically looking for an all rounder with a lot of volume in the front end of the board (shorter but wider). what measurements in the Konfusion model would you recommend for me being a bigger boy (6'3 around 97 kgs) And getting back to the Kingpin - how does the pin tail go in mushy sydney trash? Cheers mate!

Hi, I'm about the same height and weight as Pete (i'm 94-95 kgs dry) and i have a 6'2 Kingpin. I find it has heaps of buoyancy for me and is really fast. I have surfed it in waves from 1 - 5 ft. Ive found that it really performs well in all conditions but really excels when the waves are firing.

am 6'3 205lbs 60 yrs ride 6'2 fish to 6'6 short in smaller wvs.what size kingpin do you think for santa cruz?

Hey JS, I'm riding a 5'10 blakbox(jordy model) and I really like it! I'm about 6'0 and 78kg. I really like the looks of the kingpin. So should I get maybe 5'10 or 5'11?what do you think?
Thanks for the reply!

Hi Pete,

I would be steering you into a Konfusion 6'3 - it is giving you a little more thickness (2.5) to contend with the Sydney mush. The Konfusion is the current team favourite - myself and all the boys are loving it!!!!

Hello Des,

a 6'4 Kingpin would be the way to go - it sounds like a good option for what you are currently riding, plus it has the option to play around with fin structure.

Cheers
JS

Hi Tom,

I think a 5'11 Kingpin would be ideal - the Blak Box has more volume, so you can go slightly bigger (1 to 2")
with the KP.

Love your work,
JS

Hi JS im 6'3 and weigh about 94kgs just curious as to what size kingpin you'd reco for me? usually ride a 6'3 x 19 1/4 x 2.5 shorty. cheers man luv ya work!

Hey JORDAN - I would definintely be recommending the 6'1 or 6'2 in the Kingpin. You'll find the 6'1 is rather close to your current dimensons but you have to keep in mind there is a bit more volume in the rail and added volume in the tail area too. I'd say the 6'1 mate. Good luck JS

Hey JS i currently have a mini mau and im looking at getting a second board as i want a new board thats faster and snappier and more responsive. I live in the bay of islands in new zealand and im 6ft and 80 kgs and cant decide between the black box or the kingpin for my next board and just wondering if you could help? that would be greatly appreciated

cheers

hi jason ..a have a 6,3" 300kw.it feels as though there is plenty of nose rocker but is stillpretty fast and flowing ,,how much nose and tail do you have in these????cheers jamie

JS-I am loving the mini-quiver I have built in the last six monthes consisting of a 6'1 Konfusion, 5'10 Kingpin, and 5'9 Blakbox. Theres almost a board for every condition lately. Was looking at 5'6 Sonic the other day, but also have seen that the Buried Treasure is on its way. Any idea of when those will be hitting the racks in So Cal, US? BTW, I took my Konfusion to the points in S. Mexico and it went so insane in those waves.

JS,
I am an average surfer (have been surfing for 10 years now on frequent basis) and recently had to move from Sydney to Italy. My standard shortboard is a D Handley 6'2''x18 1/2x2 1/4 with a squash tail and I have been generally happy with this. I am now looking into trying something a little different - more universal with 1 - a bit more paddle power when the waves are not pushy enough (mediterranian crap) and 2 - something that will give me a different feel than my standard shorty in both crappy and good waves between zero and 6 feet. The Kingpin looks like exactly what I have been looking for. I was thinking of getting it in 5'11'' but am a bit hesitant about going out on a 4-6 foot day on a 5'11'' board. Just wanted to ask you for advice…is this the right board (or should I be thinking more blak box or burried treasure)? Is 5'11'' the right size or would you go a little longer? I am 6'1'' and 80kgs so pretty standard…Thanks a lot for your help!
Ondrej

Hey JS I live in Auckland NZ, so I get a wide range of waves, from epic points, to beaches and reefs ranging in size from 1-8 foot usually. I am looking for a good all around short board that will suit most conditions. I usually ride between a 6'-6'2" 18 1/4 X 2 1/4 (roughly). I have a nice mini gun, so when its over 6 foot I have it covered. Was looking at the Kingpin. Would this be a good board for me?, and what size. Im 5'8" and 73kg. Would greatly appreciate your help mate. Cheers. I like the Idea of a quad, never surfed one before!

Jason,Hi i am 56years old and surfing since i was 14, i'm 81kg's.I ride a 6'2" fish design and a 6'6"swallowtail,i was thinking i would maybe get my next new board 2 3/4" thick to get into waves more easily and get more of them .I normally like swallowtails but the Kingpin looks very interesting .Could one be a good starting point as my normal board(if so which one?) and maybe a fish or something and some thing for bit bigger waves(what would you recommend for these 2 and what lengths).I live on the Goldcoast and am doing a boat trip in the Mentawais this year ,can't wait to hear from you,many thanks ,JB.

Jason,Hi ,I gave you my age and weight but i didn't give you my height, I'm 6',many thanks ,JB.

Hi , is there any kingpin aviable in france ? or europe ?thanks

What a board! Got my Kingpin a few weeks ago, and thought I'd share my newfound wisdom with those considering getting one.
FWIW, I'm 6'1 x 77-80kg. I got the 6'1 thinking it'd have more range, and not knowing how much volume it actually had (took a punt and bought one off the web). This is no skinny little wafer, it's got heaps of float, and I could have gone smaller, but am happy with the length. Have surfed it mostly in a 3/2 steamer and I stroke into waves with ease. Perfect day at my local yesterday, and the board shone in 4-5ft waves. I wish JS would make a step up version :o)
Highly bloody recommended!

Hi JS. I'm bang up for a Kingpin but am stuck between a 6'1" and a 6'2". I'm approx 90kgs, 6ft and coming off a 6" CI Pod. Loved the Pod, was just the right size but am smitten with the Kingpin set up. My ordinary short board size would be 6'4" but I tend not to us it - I go from my small wave board straight to a step up. So, what do you reckon size wise for me? Both sizes feel ace under the arm but am conscious the 6'2" has a good amount more foam than the 6'1". Any wise words of wisdome would be appreciated. Many thanks

Hi JS. Just wondering if you could tell me what fins JP is using in the clip for the KP. Looks like the front fins are his signature fins just wondering what the rear fins are. Thanks

hey JS, im 5'11 and currently riding a 6'1 18/1/4 2/3/16 normal shorty. Real keen on a kingpin but wanting to know what standard dimentions to go for. could also be keen on a blak box but can you tell me which would more suit more vertical turns more speed! cheers!!

waves size also from 1-4foot thanks

answer your e-mails on the king pin please Jason as I am interested in purchasing one king pin,please,I know your a busy lad

Dan, Go the 6'1 mate. Theres so much life in these boards! you wont need to rely on foam to get you round. JS

Chris H, That is the winning combination of all the fins we tried (and we tried alot) they are LE-3 fronts and KR proto trailers - From that we made the current KR X4. Should be available most store that sell our boards. JS

Chris, I would recommend the 5'10 in both kingpin and blak box. Kingpin will definatly give you the most speed without much effort and variety from its fin setup but blak box probably has more performance characteristics. JS

Is this helping PB? Leme know if there's anything specific.. JS

hi js i have a 6'1 bruce irons which works great and i love it i had it for 3 years and is my go to board when the surf is good and the waves are curvy i live in mexico southern baja i also have a scorcher 6'0 x 18.75 x 2.25 and i used for medium waves like waist to hed high not very powrfull but i am looking for a fun small wave board if you can help me with your recomendations i am 6'0 and i weight 78kg i am average surfer i can do turns and starting to do airs on my frontside and on my backhand i have a litle trouble doing the turns but i am working i surf about 4 times a week thank you very much.
whe need a js dealer in mexico i have to go to u.s.a to get js boards but i love them
thank you very much

FR, Sounds like a blak box 5'10 would suit you. Its pretty much the go to board for Bruce, Jack and Parko on the little days. Glad to hear the bruce works well too. JS

Hi JS, luv your boards. i have a Nitro and it rips. Could i ask Why the Nitro is listed as holding 3ft, but the Buried Treasure is up to 4ft? I would have thought the Nitro had a better outline etc.

Thanks
David

cheers Dave, thanks for pointing that out, there defiantly the wrong way round. Buried treasure is our absolute groveler up to 3 foot. Nitro can handle bit better waves. JS

thanks JS! I am thinking of the Buried treasure for my quiver as well. I am 5"10 @ 77kg, Surfing mostly beachies. i am thinking of a 5"11" or 6'0.
Do you think the 1/8" and the 1/16" makes a huge difference to these 2 lengths?
thanks again.

David

Hey JS, thanks for your tip. I ended up going with a the 6'2" Kingpin and absolutely love it! A little bit of extra foam under the man belly helps a heap. And had it out in some nice 4fts and it rocked! Good work Dan

JS back again cashed up will be heading to the "AKWA Surf Shop"to purchase a board and just wanting some info on the "king pin", 85 kg's in weight and goes up and down depending on what season it is,5ft 9 inch in height and 48 years old down the south coast of NSW,could you recommend to me what size in a
"King pin" please,thank you

hi js
i have a kingpin 5'10
best board i'v had by far! whitch kr fins do you recomend for a thruster set up?

Mick, Whats your weight? and maybe good to know most common wave conditions..JS

PB, your pretty much the same as oc in your stats, he rides 5'11 x 19 1/4" x 2 3/8 so I would recommend the same. Whats your normal shorty dimensions? JS

im 82kg 175cm,surf goldy beach breaks and points, i use both 3&4 fin setup,i like the quad but prefer thruster on my backhand using the stock fins.unsure witch kr fins to get