JS Surfboards

Yes. JS is the shorter name we use for JS Industries, the surfboard brand founded by shaper Jason Stevenson. You’ll find both names throughout our collection and reviews; they refer to the same brand.

JS positions the Sub Xero as the super groveler for very small waves, the Xero Fusion as a performance-oriented option for flatter, weaker waves, and the Xero Gravity as the performance all-rounder. The Fusion sits between the other two, combining a flatter rocker with a narrower swallowtail. Start by matching the model to the waves you surf most often.

According to JS’s model notes, the Big Baron combines a generous outline and flat rocker for momentum in longer, playful waves. The El Baron evolves that outline with narrower dimensions, slightly more rocker and updated single-to-double concaves for more speed and versatility. Compare the shapes in our Big Baron review and El Baron review.

In our Bull Run review, Will Forrest found the HYFI 2.0 board fast and responsive in small surf, testing it from knee-high to head-high. He recommends it for surfers working on turns, carves and cutbacks, and notes that early entry worked better than late drops. JS’s description on our Bull Run model page also positions it as a performance-oriented step-down board for waves up to head-high.

Easy Rider is a sizing option for surfers who prefer more foam in a shorter board. JS’s description on our Xero Fusion page explains that these dimensions retain lower rails for maneuverability while adding volume. Compare the actual length, width, thickness and liters on each board’s listing rather than choosing by length alone.

On our Big Baron model page, Jason Stevenson suggests starting with a couple more liters than your regular board, then adjusting for your waves and preferred surfing style. His examples range from shorter sizes for shortboarders wanting maneuverability to longer sizes for surfers stepping down from a longboard. This is Big Baron-specific guidance. Watch our Big Baron review and ask us if you need help narrowing down a size.