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Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump vs Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP
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Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump vs Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP: Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump fits knee-high to waist-high days, while Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP holds through knee-high to chest-high. Side-by-side wave range, power, and skill on Quivr.
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This R-Series Surf Thump vs Puddle Jumper HP page compares wave size (knee-high to waist-high vs knee-high to chest-high), wave power (soft / mushy vs soft / mushy to moderate), and skill demand using Quivr catalog spectra — the same ranges shown in the app. Quivr catalogs 1,607+ surfboards.
Almond Surfboards
R-Series Surf Thump
Longboard
Best for paddle + glide
✦ Smaller waves.
The 9'2 R-Series Surf Thump offers excellent noseriding stability and versatility in smaller waves. It's ideal for both seasoned longboarders and those new to noseriders.
knee-high to waist-high
soft / mushy
beginner-friendly to intermediate skill window
Manufacturer
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Lost / Mayhem
Puddle Jumper HP
Small-wave shortboard
Best for speed + glide
✦ Wider window: knee-high to chest-high, speed + glide.
The Puddle Jumper HP is a playful and fast board designed for small waves, making it ideal for surfers looking to enhance their performance in less than perfect conditions. Its refined design allows for quick turns and confident rides.
knee-high to chest-high
soft / mushy to moderate
beginner-friendly to intermediate skill window
Manufacturer
View on Lost / Mayhem website
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R-Series Surf Thump vs Puddle Jumper HP — quick answers
What's the difference between Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump and Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP?
Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump vs Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP: Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump fits knee-high to waist-high days, while Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP holds through knee-high to chest-high. Side-by-side wave range, power, and skill on Quivr.
What wave size is R-Series Surf Thump for?
Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump covers knee-high to waist-high.
What wave size is Puddle Jumper HP for?
Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP covers knee-high to chest-high.
Which is better for small waves, Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump or Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP?
Almond Surfboards R-Series Surf Thump is tuned for a smaller top-end (knee-high to waist-high) than Lost / Mayhem Puddle Jumper HP (knee-high to chest-high).
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