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Gun / Big Wave

Chilli Faded 2.0 Gun review

James initially designed this board for Jay Davies to handle the heavy water of the West Oz outer reefs. Since then, this board has...

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Gun / Big Wave

Faded 2.0 Gun

James initially designed this board for Jay Davies to handle the heavy water of the West Oz outer reefs. Since then, this board has...

Chilli Faded 2.0 Gun board-family silhouette; an exact verified model image is not currently available
Primary categoryGun / Big Wave
Also suitsbig_wave
Fin intentThruster
Best suited forprogressing, intermediate, advanced, expert
Quiver positionDaily driver

Behavioural profile

Quivrr Board DNA

Paddle
9 / 10Exceptional
Speed
7 / 10Strong
Drive
10 / 10Exceptional
Release
5 / 10Moderate
Hold
10 / 10Exceptional
Forgiveness
6 / 10Moderate
Sensitivity
7 / 10Strong
Weak waves
3 / 10Limited
Powerful waves
9 / 10Exceptional
Beach
5 / 10Moderate
Point
8 / 10Strong
Reef
8 / 10Strong
Outline
narrow
Rocker
medium high entry / medium tail
Rails
refined
Tail
pin
Bottom
double, vee, single
Fins
single, two plus one, twin
Style
hold, drivey, powerful wave, stable
Quiver roles
step up, travel, reef

Quivrr Board DNA is derived from current manufacturer design information and governed Quivrr classification. It does not imply manufacturer endorsement.

What it was designed to do

The Faded 2.0 Gun sits in the Gun / Big Wave board family and follows a Gun / Big Wave direction. This describes design intent; it is not a score, award or claim that the model suits every surfer.

What it does well

Faded 2.0 Gun follows a Gun / Big Wave direction within the Gun / Big Wave family. Its moderate paddle support and Thruster fin setup help define where it may fit; the final result still depends on size, construction, rider and conditions.

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Best suited for

Available board information associates this model with hollow waves, point break, reef break. The available rider guidance includes progressing, intermediate, advanced, expert.

Riding feel

Fin options: Thruster. Paddle support: moderate. The final feel depends on size, construction and conditions.

Where it sits in your quiver

This model most naturally sits in the daily driver position. Its actual role depends on the selected size, your existing boards and usual conditions.

Things to keep in mind

  • release
  • pivot

Board guidance is kept separate from live inventory. A model may be documented without being available in a specific size or region.

Sizing guide

42L to 60L in the available board specifications. Use litres alongside length, width, rails, outline and foam distribution. Confirm current specifications before choosing a size.

Design details

Available specifications place the Faded 2.0 Gun in the Gun / Big Wave family, with a Gun / Big Wave design direction, Thruster fin options and moderate paddle support. Use the linked manufacturer source to confirm current construction and dimensions.

Bodhi's Board Notes

Ask Bodhi to relate this design to your ability, preferred volume, current board, quiver and usual waves.