How it surfs
Wooly TV's #29 review picks the Xero Gravity as the best daily driver of 2023, calling out the extra paddle in the nose and the way the pulled-in tail keeps it feeling like a proper performance shortboard through carves.
Surf n Show's Noel Salas rates it highly across the board — speed, paddle, and forgiving flow all land in the top tier of everyday shortboards. The consensus verdict is that this is the JS to pick if your local rarely serves overhead waves.
Volume & sizing chart
Use the chart below as a starting point. Add half a litre if you are less experienced, subtract half a litre for a looser feel.
| Size | Volume | Rider weight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5'6" | 26.4 L | 60–68 kg | Advanced |
| 5'8" | 27.8 L | 65–73 kg | Advanced |
| 5'10" | 29.6 L | 70–78 kg | Intermediate+ |
| 6'0" | 31.5 L | 75–83 kg | Intermediate |
| 6'2" | 33.7 L | 80–90 kg | Intermediate |
How it compares
| Board | Best at | Wave range | Aggregate score |
|---|---|---|---|
| JS Xero Gravity | Everyday step-down | Waist to overhead | 8.8 |
| JS Monsta 10 | Full-rail carver | Waist to overhead | 8.7 |
| Channel Islands Happy Everyday | All-round daily driver | Knee to overhead | 8.9 |
| Lost Puddle Jumper HP | High-performance groveler | Ankle to shoulder | 8.6 |
Recommended fin setups
- FCS II Kanoa Igarashi PC Medium — Kanoa's signature template — the default for this board.
- Futures Jack Freestone Medium — Slightly looser feel favored by reviewers wanting more release.
Verdict
Across four independent retailer and editorial sources the Xero Gravity averages one of the highest aggregate scores of any modern daily-driver shortboard. It is the board most commonly recommended when the surf is average but you still want to ride a proper performance shape.