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Groveller / Small Wave

Haydenshapes Nova review

Nova is classified as a Groveller / Small Wave within the governed Groveller / Small Wave family.

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Groveller / Small Wave

Nova

Nova is classified as a Groveller / Small Wave within the governed Groveller / Small Wave family.

Haydenshapes Nova board-family silhouette; an exact verified model image is not currently available
Primary categoryGroveller / Small Wave
Also suitsdaily_driver
Fin intentThruster
Best suited forprogressing, intermediate, advanced, expert
Quiver positionSmall-wave board

Behavioural profile

Quivrr Board DNA

Paddle
8 / 10Strong
Speed
8 / 10Strong
Drive
7 / 10Strong
Release
8 / 10Strong
Hold
6 / 10Moderate
Forgiveness
8 / 10Strong
Sensitivity
7 / 10Strong
Weak waves
7 / 10Strong
Powerful waves
6 / 10Moderate
Beach
9 / 10Exceptional
Point
7 / 10Strong
Reef
6 / 10Moderate
Outline
balanced
Rocker
medium low entry / medium tail
Rails
medium
Tail
squash
Bottom
flat
Fins
thruster, five fin
Style
versatile, balanced, easy performance, fast, forgiving, stable
Quiver roles
daily driver, one board quiver

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 Nova sits in the Groveller / Small Wave board family and follows a Groveller / Small Wave direction. This describes design intent; it is not a score, award or claim that the model suits every surfer.

What it does well

Nova follows a Groveller / Small Wave direction within the Groveller / Small Wave family. Its high paddle support and Thruster fin setup help define where it may fit; the final result still depends on size, construction, rider and conditions.

An exact manufacturer page for this model was not confirmed, so Quivrr has not presented the available variant source as an exact match.

Best suited for

Available board information associates this model with beach_break. The available rider guidance includes progressing, intermediate, advanced, expert.

Riding feel

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

Where it sits in your quiver

This model most naturally sits in the small-wave board position. Its actual role depends on the selected size, your existing boards and usual conditions.

Things to keep in mind

  • hold
  • glide

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

Sizing guide

25.7L to 47.4L 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 Nova in the Groveller / Small Wave family, with a Groveller / Small Wave design direction, Thruster fin options and high paddle support. Confirm current construction and dimensions before choosing a size.

Bodhi's Board Notes

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