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Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy vs Lost / Mayhem RNF 96
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Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy vs Lost / Mayhem RNF 96: Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy fits knee-high to head-high days, while Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 holds through knee-high to overhead. Side-by-side wave range, power, and skill on Quivr.
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This R-Series Joy vs RNF 96 page compares wave size (knee-high to head-high vs knee-high to overhead), wave power (soft / mushy vs soft / mushy to punchy), and skill demand using Quivr catalog spectra — the same ranges shown in the app. Quivr catalogs 1,597+ surfboards.
Almond Surfboards
R-Series Joy
Midlength
Best for speed + glide
✦ Speed + glide in knee-high to head-high.
The R-Series Joy is a stable and forgiving longboard that is perfect for beginners looking to catch more waves. Its generous volume and low entry rocker make it easy to paddle and maneuver.
knee-high to head-high
soft / mushy
beginner-friendly skill window
Manufacturer
View on Almond Surfboards website
Lost / Mayhem
RNF 96
Fish
Best for speed + glide
✦ Small, rip-able waves while maintaining performance and control.
The RNF-96 is a versatile fish design that excels in small, rip-able waves while maintaining performance and control. It suits a wide range of surfers looking for a fun and responsive ride.
knee-high to overhead
soft / mushy to punchy
intermediate to advanced skill window
Manufacturer
View on Lost / Mayhem website
R-Series Joy vs RNF 96 — quick answers
What's the difference between Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy and Lost / Mayhem RNF 96?
Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy vs Lost / Mayhem RNF 96: Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy fits knee-high to head-high days, while Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 holds through knee-high to overhead. Side-by-side wave range, power, and skill on Quivr.
What wave size is R-Series Joy for?
Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy covers knee-high to head-high.
What wave size is RNF 96 for?
Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 covers knee-high to overhead.
Which is better for small waves, Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy or Lost / Mayhem RNF 96?
Almond Surfboards R-Series Joy is tuned for a smaller top-end (knee-high to head-high) than Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 (knee-high to overhead).
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