Are you choosing the Blackfin Model XL or the Model X? Let us know which one and why below! 👇

recently took my xl to lake tahoe with my wife and two kids and paddles 6 miles with a group and had no issues keeping up with their kayaks. the xl really exceeded my expectations. 100% worth it.

Just purchased my paddle board 2023 version. Wanted to start a new hobby and so far I enjoy it.

Just got the XL, chose it over the X because you only sacrifice an inch of width for an extra foot of length. It fits a little more stuff/people and is still so stable that I can’t imagine a board being more stable. It also has the higher weight capacity. Also notice the extra foot in length helps it take boat wake better when facing it head on. First trip out was both me and my daughter, she used the kayak seat. It worked awesome and she got such a kick out of catching fish on it. Great video👍

I bought the 2020 model and have had no complaints or issues. Have taken the xl out like 40-50 times and in plenty of hot Miami sun with salt water. It's holding up. Sorry about your experience. Never had issues.

Got a xl in June. Love it more than I realized. Super premium board and can get some good speed on it as well.

I find the Blackfin V to be the best of the bunch. It’s much faster and while not as stable as the others, it’s certainly stable enough.

I wonder what % of people actually use the Scotty mounts? I find them ugly and often in the way. I'd really like a BlackFin version without the fishing rack mounts or at least if soft covers are provided.

Great review and comparo. Thanks! I'm going with the XL for my size and desire for stability.

I picked Model XL just because I'm taller than 6' tall and i got an 80lb dog to go fishing so i need extra room for cargo /other riders since the speed is not the goal!

Can you show the 2 kayak kits on each one. Both of those are meant to accept two on each board. I’d like to buy one that we could put two on when we are pressed for space but I can’t tell how close they would be or what they mount to in the front. I have the Nautical now.

Great review!

Would you say the larger size is better in larger rivers,and lakes?excellent reviewalso would like to know more about the seat

I would like to you test some of the Red Paddle Co boards.

Hi would you take the XL or a BOTE Hd Aero full track with cooler ($600 more total)

Hi, nice review! But a good things you guys would be to do a video or to link real life pictures of all the Blackfin board because the colors or not exactly the same that on the website… I am trying to decide witch color I want between the ice gray , steel gray and the pacific teal but it’s not easy because I don’t see the real colors… can you help me please ?? Thank you in advance!!

Are you going to do a video review/comparison of the Model V? Or have you done one? I enjoy all of your insights on the boards

I purchased BF model X 2021 for my wife to use. She prefers the Kayak seat setup with that foam pad and loves the stability and seat position. We got the Berry Pink color and wish they had brighter colors on all Blackfins. I personally think the BF X is too wide, heavy, and slow vs my lighter iSUPs. For speed the XL would certainly help but these are extremely heavy boards. 34 inch wide gives stability but changes Paddle stroke. The spear straps on the side are super annoying and need to be removed altogether. I like the Blackfin for build quality and stability but the BF X and XL are a full sized SUV not a sports car. I leave the BF X for my wife and beginners and take lighter boards out 90% of time for my personal use.

I’m 6ft, 270, would the model x work for me?

Hi! Can you help me compare boards? I’m between a BF XL, an Ultra CX, and possibly an Ultra AA11 2.0. I bought a standard AA10 a couple years ago and want to upgrade. I like the length of the longer board and maybe a little more speed but don’t want to trade a lot of stability for speed. I think an AA11 would’ve been a perfect fit but since it’s discontinued, that ship has sailed. I’m 5’2, 110, & paddle mostly in rivers. I’m not worried about the extra foot since longer boards don’t affect shorter people the same way shorter boards affect taller people. (Sorry for the essay & thanks for any advice!)

I'm 6'7" 350lbs Is this a good board for me? I know I'm under the weight capacity but it's different when it's so much weight in the center vs a total capacity of several people or +pets, gear that can be spread out Thanks!

Can't the fish mounts be in the way?

one day

I’d love to get more info on the “foam seat insert” that you mention at the 24:43 time mark. As a senior, I really need to get an angle of my hips/butt raised a little above my legs for comfort. The website doesn’t show anything on this. Is that foam insert still available? Is it available aftermarket somewhere else?

i have a boat and can I pull that with someone on the board?

What color was the Model XL?

Blackfin has been recalled! Have you not heard?

Hello. For the man who is 1.80m tall, 100kg in weight, to star ar Sup, what is the best model. Thanks.

Atoll Isup!

People on fb show these expensive boards ripping apart at the seems after 2-3 uses BLOWN UP UNDER THE LIMIT !!!!

Are you able to provide what colorway is the XL you are reviewing?

What color is the model X? Not the berry colored at the beginning but the model X at the end. Looks like turquoise in the video but this color is not available with the model X, so is it summer blue? Thank you in advance.

As a newby Im not buying the stability of the board based on how you remain stable and centered as your feet pump left and right. If your off balance then that would be more accurate.

iRocker spends all their money on marketing and video. Customers service and quailty has gone down the toliet

Customer service and support is absolutely the worst I've dealt with. Cannot get in touch with anyone from customer service through phone, email or chat. I received my blackfin xl damaged and obviously very poor quality control standards. They will sale you a product and deliver quick, but no reply if there are any problems with your board. Just for customer service issues alone I would stay clear of this company! This review is typical from someone getting kickbacks from the company.

PSA: Just want to notify viewers there is a product recall for blackfin boards.

Your review is BS. Received my board and very poor quality control and getting someone in customer support to answer or respond is impossible! Horrible customer service! For a premium board and company, at this point I strongly disagree!