It more comes down to the waves you are surfing. If mostly fatter and softer, stick to the swallow tail version.
On the new version, the pin will give more hold... they also adjusted the rocker for waves with more curl (hollower). So it suits quality waves more.

scott mckerc said..

Great video thanks!
Given the above comments on the pin.... what's the difference between that and the Spitfire? I notice on your website the Hipster twin pro looks very similar. I have a couple of Spitfires, love them, certainly better for my local steep beachies.. but cant get past the fun of the Hipster... its flatter rocker and shorter length makes it easier to catch waves (earlier) and more whippy coming off the lip- but doesn't like late drop-ins.

Also, if I can sneak in this slightly related question... what the difference in weight between the full carbon versions and non-carbon? I have an older Hipster and wondering if its worth replacing with carbon version.. and as per the OP, swallow vs pin.

Hi Marcus
Sorry
we don't do two piece boards I'm afraid
Can't say you'd be upset with either the spitfire or the Hip twin Pro(Slightly stretched Narrower/longer)
kinda depends on which sensation you prefer of the twin to the thruster/quad option)
You are correct however that the HT pro and spitfire have become closer in terms of target conditions (Larger / Hollower)
It is a tough call I have to be honest
sorry for being no help at all :)
If there's anything that helps
I have been riding my hip twin pro a lot :)