How it surfs
Boardcave and Tradewind's product pages both aggregate solid rider reviews — buyers consistently rate the Love Buzz as the fastest board they own in weak surf. The design has been a Haydenshapes constant since Creed McTaggart's first film clip on the board.
Reddit threads and forum discussions of the Love Buzz keep reaching the same verdict: this is a stylist's board, not a competition weapon. If you want to draw long lines and glide, it delivers.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5'8" | 31.0 L | 60–70 kg | Improver+ |
| 5'10" | 33.5 L | 65–75 kg | Improver |
| 6'0" | 36.4 L | 70–80 kg | Improver |
| 6'2" | 39.5 L | 75–85 kg | Improver |
| 6'4" | 42.5 L | 85+ kg | Improver |
How it compares
| Board | Best at | Wave range | Aggregate score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haydenshapes Love Buzz | Mid-length twin cruiser | Ankle to shoulder | 8.6 |
| Firewire Seaside | Twin fin small-wave weapon | Ankle to shoulder | 8.9 |
| Firewire Seaside & Beyond | Longer twin fin | Ankle to shoulder | 8.7 |
| Haydenshapes Hypto Krypto | Hybrid daily driver | Waist to overhead | 9.0 |
Recommended fin setups
- Futures Rob Machado Twin — Classic keel-style — matches the Love Buzz drift and speed.
- FCS II Modern Keel Twin — Slightly more hold for surfers wanting a bit more control.
Verdict
Across four independent retailer and editorial sources the Love Buzz averages solidly in the top tier of modern mid-length twins. It is the board most commonly recommended when the surf is cruisy and you want to glide.