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Sunova Ghost Story and Review Vid

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Created by supthecreek > 9 months ago, 4 Oct 2023
Board1t
VIC, 6 posts
9 Mar 2024 10:05AM
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I love it and very appropriate for the Ghost. It's a similar look to my Revolution.
Enjoy.

Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
9 Mar 2024 2:08PM
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Board1t said..
I love it and very appropriate for the Ghost. It's a similar look to my Revolution.
Enjoy.


Thank you. The Revolution was the inspiration for the colour.

wazza66
QLD, 612 posts
9 Mar 2024 4:48PM
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That white ghost colour looks great , really suits the name

Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
9 Mar 2024 5:24PM
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wazza66 said..
That white ghost colour looks great , really suits the name


Agree. That was the reasoning behind it.

Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
9 Mar 2024 5:45PM
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Another pic for those interested. Shows the weight at 8.41kg. Quite respectable for a 137lt board.



SupChickadee
VIC, 142 posts
9 Mar 2024 8:24PM
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Goodbye said..

wazza66 said..
That white ghost colour looks great , really suits the name



Agree. That was the reasoning behind it.


Nice looking sup Goodbye.

Please let us know how you like it. I've got the 8'10 Ghost currently on order.

Happy supping

Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
9 Mar 2024 8:13PM
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SupChickadee said..

Goodbye said..


wazza66 said..
That white ghost colour looks great , really suits the name




Agree. That was the reasoning behind it.



Nice looking sup Goodbye.

Please let us know how you like it. I've got the 8'10 Ghost currently on order.

Happy supping


Will do. Probably be a couple of months before I get to ride it.

supthecreek
2627 posts
9 Mar 2024 11:09PM
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Goodbye said..
Another pic for those interested. Shows the weight at 8.41kg. Quite respectable for a 137lt board.




Great color choice Goodbye!
Salt to my pepper....
I rode my 8'10 Ghost yesterday in OH waves and had a blast!!!
Set up SoloShot for the session and realized I had left the Micro SD Card in my computer after the previous session.... doh





Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
10 Mar 2024 8:32AM
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supthecreek said..


Goodbye said..
Another pic for those interested. Shows the weight at 8.41kg. Quite respectable for a 137lt board.





Great color choice Goodbye!
Salt to my pepper....
I rode my 8'10 Ghost yesterday in OH waves and had a blast!!!
Set up SoloShot for the session and realized I had left the Micro SD Card in my computer after the previous session.... doh






Thanks Rick.

looking forward to riding it! that's a shame.. I always enjoy your videos.

supthecreek
2627 posts
16 Mar 2024 9:49AM
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Ghost's take a 3 hour tour, to Gilligan's Island!

I took my daughter, Jenny (my ex, although I dislike that term) and Jenny's son on a paddle trip

9'1 & 9'6 Ghost plus the 9'9 Creek since I was paddling a squirmy 6 year old out to the island.
These boards do a great job as flat-water boards when I don't have my big boards with me.










Tardy
5050 posts
17 Mar 2024 3:49AM
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Looked like a top day Rick ,great looking boards

Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
17 Mar 2024 1:47PM
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supthecreek said..
Ghost's take a 3 hour tour, to Gilligan's Island!

I took my daughter, Jenny (my ex, although I dislike that term) and Jenny's son on a paddle trip

9'1 & 9'6 Ghost plus the 9'9 Creek since I was paddling a squirmy 6 year old out to the island.
These boards do a great job as flat-water boards when I don't have my big boards with me.











That's interesting Rick,

I enjoy a flat water paddle as much as a surf these days. I was wondering how the Ghost would go. It's part of the reason I went for an 8.10 this time around. Great photos.

Has anyone else ridden the Ghost yet, and what are your thoughts ?

razors
25 posts
25 Mar 2024 1:02PM
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Hi have my 8'10'' GHOST in water , just for the one surf so far as surfs been flat .Thanks to Sunova and Dean in Auckland , fantastic timing with delivery of my Ghost . The one surf ive had on it, it is fast stable and very easy to paddle , up untill now my go to board has been the 10 'x 29 Style which i love riding but this GHOST is so stable , fast , light .As Rick has said , its nothing like the Creek which i enjoyed riding but have now sold it .Will post when i get some decent waves and let ya all know how i reckon it goes . Only one surf on it , pretty stoked . Also for those that are surfing with health issues , that water time is a healer !!!As i approach , 72 , 3 months into stroke recovery , and on my new GHOST life is pretty good . Mate Steve is already thinking of getting a Ghost , he rides a 9'3'' or 8'8'' speed , and i only allowed and him 1 wave and took my ghost back ! [i couldnt ride the speed ] And just another thought re The Ghost , it has a very surfboard like ness to it , with the deck , rails and bottom , great sup !!!

mickeyb
NSW, 60 posts
10 Apr 2024 8:10PM
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SupChickadee said..

Goodbye said..


wazza66 said..
That white ghost colour looks great , really suits the name




Agree. That was the reasoning behind it.



Nice looking sup Goodbye.

Please let us know how you like it. I've got the 8'10 Ghost currently on order.

Happy supping


Have you got your Ghost yet. I've been looking at one for a while and am interested to hear reports from AU paddlers

Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
11 Apr 2024 1:12PM
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Mines still on its way. I'm guessing another month or so.

Casso
NSW, 3768 posts
25 Apr 2024 5:54PM
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The grey hue of the pre-dawn was just beginning to seep through the horizon as I made my way to the water's edge of my childhood local break, the Sunova Ghost gripped under my arm, its unfamiliar contours brimming with untapped potential. Today was ANZAC day, a day steeped in reflection, honouring the bravery of those like both my grandfathers who had shared with me tales of fellowship and the distant rumblings of wartime endeavours.

Reaching the shorebreak, I noticed the lineup was surprisingly crowded, a silent testament to the collective reverence the day invoked. The swell, only about two-foot in size, but made perfect by the light offshore wind that lacquered the surface into a sea of polished glass.
I dug deep, initiating the paddle out, feeling the prickling of excitement for the Ghost's maiden voyage. I noticed an unexpected yawl as I paddled, the Ghost's curved rails gently nudging me to alter my paddling technique.

The real dance began the moment I caught my first wave. The Ghost propelled ahead as if having a life of its own. The speed was intoxicating, every turn, a sweeping gesture of sheer fluidity, outmanoeuvring my trusted Sunova Speeed to which I was accustomed. Despite their identical size, the Ghost seemed to carve through the ocean's fabric with more precision and verve, matching the impactful resonance of the day.

The hour of surfing seemed to evaporate just as the stories of old had - a distillation of adrenaline and fervour. With each wave, the Sunova Ghost reaffirmed its design and craftsmanship, its stability and agility a testament to Sunova's relentless quest for perfection.
I returned to shore as the sun finally broke through, scattering a mosaic of golden reflections across the ocean, the scene mirrored medals pinned against a veteran's coat. The board had proven itself an exemplary comrade in the crowded swell, a noble steed for days when the past and present merged on the waves of remembrance.
Lest we forget.




















allano
WA, 172 posts
25 Apr 2024 4:41PM
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Nice one
well written and great pics

supthecreek
2627 posts
25 Apr 2024 7:04PM
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Casso said..
The grey hue of the pre-dawn was just beginning to seep through the horizon as I made my way to the water's edge of my childhood local break, the Sunova Ghost gripped under my arm, its unfamiliar contours brimming with untapped potential. Today was ANZAC day, a day steeped in reflection, honouring the bravery of those like both my grandfathers who had shared with me tales of fellowship and the distant rumblings of wartime endeavours.

Reaching the shorebreak, I noticed the lineup was surprisingly crowded, a silent testament to the collective reverence the day invoked. The swell, only about two-foot in size, but made perfect by the light offshore wind that lacquered the surface into a sea of polished glass.
I dug deep, initiating the paddle out, feeling the prickling of excitement for the Ghost's maiden voyage. I noticed an unexpected yawl as I paddled, the Ghost's curved rails gently nudging me to alter my paddling technique.

The real dance began the moment I caught my first wave. The Ghost propelled ahead as if having a life of its own. The speed was intoxicating, every turn, a sweeping gesture of sheer fluidity, outmanoeuvring my trusted Sunova Speeed to which I was accustomed. Despite their identical size, the Ghost seemed to carve through the ocean's fabric with more precision and verve, matching the impactful resonance of the day.

The hour of surfing seemed to evaporate just as the stories of old had - a distillation of adrenaline and fervour. With each wave, the Sunova Ghost reaffirmed its design and craftsmanship, its stability and agility a testament to Sunova's relentless quest for perfection.
I returned to shore as the sun finally broke through, scattering a mosaic of golden reflections across the ocean, the scene mirrored medals pinned against a veteran's coat. The board had proven itself an exemplary comrade in the crowded swell, a noble steed for days when the past and present merged on the waves of remembrance.
Lest we forget.





















WoW! Ghost poetry.... I like it, thanks Casso!
A seafaring literary appears with the SUN ova the horizon.

Super stoked you like the Ghost, very happy to hear your feedback!

Happy ANZAC day!

Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
26 Apr 2024 8:45PM
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Some serious writing skills there Casso. My Ghost arrived this week.

Casso
NSW, 3768 posts
28 Apr 2024 9:57PM
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A short (and bad quality) vid the 7'11" in action:

Rossall
WA, 711 posts
5 Jul 2024 1:30PM
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Now the Ghosts have been out there a few months how are they settling into the quiver. Not seen any on the water in Perth thus far. Particularly interested in the 8/5

phil

Goodbye
QLD, 119 posts
9 Jul 2024 7:54PM
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Now the Ghosts have been out there a few months how are they settling into the quiver. Not seen any on the water in Perth thus far. Particularly interested in the 8/5

phil


I can't help there unfortunately, still haven't got out on mine. Been tied up with other things. Hopefully soon.

NEsurfSUP
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24 Oct 2024 11:11PM
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Rossall said..
Now the Ghosts have been out there a few months how are they settling into the quiver. Not seen any on the water in Perth thus far. Particularly interested in the 8/5

phil


Phil:
New member here. I have been a member of the "Zone" for some time and guest viewing on this forum for some time as well. I decided to sign up so that I could reply to your question about the Ghost, as I just took ownership of a 9' 3" a week or two ago. The first thought that came to me when a friend asked what I thought after my first good wave session, was "this is a game changer" (for me).
First some about my background. I am 73 years old and 100kg. I started surfing when I was about 8 years old, but wouldn't say I am an "advanced" surfer. More like advanced intermediate. I have surfed reasonably big waves and am known more for taking chances, rather than ripping, or finesse. Due to hip replacement, and stiffing with advancing age, I shifted to Standup surfing about 14 years ago. Started with a 10' Naish mana, on to 9'6" Angulo, then 8'10" Corevac Cannibal, then to Sunova Creek, and then to 9'6" Genrations Kanga. In full disclosure, I often surf with SuptheCreek.....although certainly not as well.
I tried his 9'1" Ghost and really liked the responsiveness, but was hoping I could keep most of the responsiveness, and gain a little bit more stability (1" wider) with a 9'3" Ghost. Mission accomplished, as it is about as stable as my Kanga, but much more responsive. I had almost resigned myself to "old man gliding" with the Kanga, throwing an occasional cutback. But it seems a little too big (esp. wide) for carving. On my first session in good waves with this Ghost, I found myself hitting the lip and reentering, almost without thinking about it. I have only had it out about four times, but I now find myself thinking about intentionally attempting more technical maneuvers, where before I was lucky to pull off an occasional (almost) unintentional floater on the Kanga. It is also noticeably faster than the Kanga. I don't mean to demean the Kanga, as I have gotten two good years of riding out of it, but I suspect it will be a very rare day that I decide to take it out, over the Ghost.
I recognize that we all surf somewhat differently (e.g. I will never be as fluid as Creek), but for me the Ghost is faster, much more responsive, and just about as stable as my Kanga. The only advantage the Kanga has is that, with its width and length, it gets into waves sooner. The only board that I have owned that was more response was the (VERY) tippy 8'10" Cannibal I had for a short time. But this Ghost is by far the best combination of stability and responsiveness that I have owned. Hope that helps.



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