Super Nova Review | Dagger Kayaks 

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Great review! I just got my Nova two days ago and had it out once. Love boat, but I think foot space is overstated, at least for taller paddlers. I’m 6’ w size 10 shoes, and took out all but one (of 6) foam layers. Buddy w a Super is 6’2” w size 12s and had a hard time fitting. Seemed significantly less comfortable than my small Ozone (which I recognize is more of a 3/4 slice). Did a number on my big toe jamming it as I worked play moves. Maybe just need to get used to it. I also didn’t love how high the cockpit felt on my back when stern stalling. Ozone feels MUCH lower and out of the way. This really surprised me bc I’ve not heard it mentioned by anyone. All that said, I basically agree w your glowing review. When I stood it up on tail it felt way more stable than my Ozone, and it is super stable in a side surf. Also much more 1° stability vs Ozone, probably bc of a little additional width, and stays wider behind the hips. Really looking forward to spending more time in it and getting to know it better. Nice work Rowdy! Those tuxedos are always in the mix. 🐈‍⬛

Picking mine up this weekend, very stoked

Excellent review! It is spot on.

Supper review!

Rowdy!!! That’s my boiiiiii

Looks like a nice complement to a river runner for playing up here on the Ottawa and enjoying smaller rivers. Was leaning towards a Rewind to complete a 2-boat quiver, but this might be a better option since I have a RMX96 on order.

Curious to here your thoughts about the bow and playfulness? I have a SN and at 190 lb I haven’t been able to get it down in flat water. Probably partly my technique.

Thanks for another amazing review! How does the boat compare with Mixmaster?

Would this be a good boat to consider for a beginner?

Just sold my Medium Ozone, going for a Nova/Supernova for a more playable time on the river..at 5ft 8ins tall and just under 80kg..Im at the top end weight range of the Nova, and mid range for the Super Nova.. wondering which would be best for a playable river boat that won't sink ?(Nova), but also wont be too higher volume so that I cant do much playmoves in it? (super Nova)..wondering which would be the best option without being to demo one..Loved the old Wavesport XXX and thinking of the Nova to replicate those days?....any thoughts Alex!

Ahh. It is good to see another JaNova Witness join the ranks! Nova is hands down, as you say in this great review, the BEST full slice ever made! Got mine the day they were first released and it’s an incredible boat. Sold my mixmaster after getting it and makes my Loki feel like a half slice! Great review Alex!

How does it compare to the homeslice?

How’s it compare to the Loki. Love my Loki, but wish it had a little more volume around the paddler. Have been happy to trade the missing cockpit volume for the Loki’s bow rocker. Does the Nova check both those boxes?

What’s your current weight & how spicy was the Nova? Great review!

You mentioned people doing “cool art” on the white boats. If I were to do that, what medium could I use on it that won’t fall or rub off right away?

A lot of fun to hear your thoughts. I love full slices. I would love to hear what you think about Pyranha I:3 if you ever get your hands on. I take it creeking as often as I can due to the rocker and it’s also a lot of fun to play in. Thank you for the great content!

Great, detailed review. Thanks Alex! Going to add a Nova to my quiver.

Great review. Thank you. Wondering how the SN compares to Super Ego and Homeslice in terms of comfort for tall guys (35" + inseam, size 11). Picked up a SN and had to move the seat back with one foam layer. Toes are close to plastic bow insert. And the knees feel relatively low to me compared to the SE I paddled 20 years ago. Thinking about picking up a used SE that is on the market. Is it as comfortable as I remember it? Or do you think I should try to make the SN work? Thanks in advance for your comments.

We have come a long way since taking salamander heaters to our dancers....lol

Alex, have you ever considered trying to design boats yourself?

Hey Alex, great content as usual. One thing that I note is people seem to see full slice now as low water splat type boats, but people (by no means all) are missing the fact that they are great big water boats. I am guilty of watching Play Daze by Ken Whitting one too many times, but I just feel these boats can do so much more (Stephen Wright is airscrewing the Mixmaster in that promo after all) . These boats can basically do everything other than the highest pop hole moves (they even loop ok) and nothing looks as good as a full slice on a big blunt!

Thanks for the review. Hoping to see some come Gauley Season.

Which is better at surfing slow green waves Nova or Antix 2.0?

Great review, thank you sir!!

Dagger uk needs to get a shifty on.

Rowdy!

Excellent review.

With all the rave reviews, everyone wants one… where to find??

Yasssss daddy dropped a new review!!!