Hyperlite Riot Wakeboards Review

Hyperlite has designed wakeboards since 1991. It has been almost thirty years of hard work with the main goal of offering equipment for improving anyone’s wakeboarding performance. For 2021, they have two new incredible Hyperlite Riot models to try and enjoy. Not only for 2021 but they are all set for 2022 with an all-new version of Riot. These boards offer the lightness and response a rider always looks for to nail those tricks they’ve been practicing finally.

Hyperlite Riot Wakeboard 2022

Hyperlite Riot Wakeboard 2022 version is another reason to plan wakeboarding every weekend. This latest version holds a razor-thin edge profile that delivers high-end performance.

Hyperlite Riot Wakeboard 2022

Abrupt Continuous Rocker
Tip to Tail Channels
Variable Edge Profile

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It’s not the same Riot. It is an improved Riot that squeezes the best to make a rider’s wakeboarding experience indeed unforgettable.

Wakeboard size (cm) 138 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.3 | tip width (in) 12 | stance range (in) 21-25 | rider weight (lbs) 160+
Wakeboard size (cm) 142 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.5 | tip width (in) 12.175 | stance range (in) 22-26 | rider weight (lbs) 160+
Wakeboard size (cm) 145 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.7 | tip width (in) 12.3 | stance range (in) 23-27 | rider weight (lbs) 170+

Key Features

Build Quality

Hyperlite 2022 Riot wakeboard features an abrupt continuous rocker that enhances the wakeboarding experience, giving more kick to the speed for which every rider strives. Its monocoque construction makes it a more durable board. The thing which makes this board different from previous versions is CarboNetX. It is one of the most innovative features that several board manufacturers use. It has diagonal woven carbon fiber that gives complete ease to the board to store and release energy throughout the ride. Its molded landing feature encourages softer landings.

Design

Designed by Aaron Stumpf, the Hyperlite Riot wakeboard was developed after considering the design of other wakeboards and surfers and further led him to come up with this innovative formula of Hyperlite Riot. It has a variable edge design. Not only this but it is also shaped in the tip and tail only that offers more control on the board. Its dual concave base lets a rider enjoy a fast and loose feel during the ride.

Bindings

This Aaron Stumpf-designed Riot wakeboard has M6 inserts that deliver more secure bolts fit to the inserts, improving bolt retention keeping binding hardware locked down.

Pros

Offers faster and more responsive ride
More tuned version
Thinnest edge profile produced to date
Light in weight
Perfect for Intermediate and advanced riders

Cons

Not for beginners

Hyperlite 2021 Riot Nova Wakeboard

Riot Nova Wakeboard is what many seek as a clean release from the wake to jump on tricks. For 2021, Hyperlite brings an amazing board to upgrade a rider’s riding abilities.

Hyperlite 2021 Riot Nova Wakeboard

Light and thin
Strong and durable
Clean release from the wake
Intermediate to expert skill range

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Wakeboard size (cm) 138 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.25 | tip width (in) 12 | stance range (in) 21-25 | rider weight (lbs) 160+
Wakeboard size (cm) 141 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.5 | tip width (in) 12.175 | stance range (in) 22-26 | rider weight (lbs) 160+
Wakeboard size (cm) 144 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.7 | tip width (in) 12.3 | stance range (in) 23-27 | rider weight (lbs) 170+

Key Features

Build Quality

The Riot Nova Wakeboard has a fully machined Nova core: this is the lightest and most advanced core alternative offered until now, and it is exclusive from Hyperlite. Its laminates are made of layered glass, an improved mechanism that makes them strong to maintain their quality year after year. Besides this, the Monocoque construction integrates the top and the bottom glass into one, adding durability for impacts.

Design

The Riot Nova is designed with an abrupt continuous rocker; one can get a major pop without missing any speed to the wake. This wakeboard has a dual concave Base, a two-stage channel, a concave tunnel to exit, and a molded landing signature. Also, it has four 9 degrees angled Beam fins and a variable beveled edge profile from tip to tail but forgiving between the inserts.

Bindings

This professional wakeboard comes with M6 inserts, a design that has improved security in bindings and is compatible with all Hyperlite bindings.

Pros

Light and thin.
Strong and durable.
Clean release from the wake.

Hyperlite 2021 Riot Bio Wakeboard

The Riot Bio Wakeboard has the thinnest profile to hit the water, and its impact is really minimal; this results in a lively feel from the board, as its flex gives a rider the major pop to jump into all tricks. Hyperlite designed it with their exclusive CarboNetX Inlay and Bio 3 Core construction, making this a unique board.

Hyperlite 2021 Riot Bio Wakeboard

Strong and durable
High board response
Explosive pop
Advanced skill range

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Wakeboard size (cm) 138 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.25 | tip width (in) 12 | stance range (in) 21-25 | rider weight (lbs) 160+
Wakeboard size (cm) 141 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.5 | tip width (in) 12.175 | stance range (in) 22-26 | rider weight (lbs) 160+
Wakeboard size (cm) 144 | rocker size (in) 2.7 | waist width (in) 17.7 | tip width (in) 12.3 | stance range (in) 23-27 | rider weight (lbs) 170+

Key Features

Build Quality

The laminates of Riot Bio are made of layered glass, fiberglass from Hyperlite ensures its durability through the years without delamination. One of the most special features of this board is Hyperlite’s secret recipe of Biolite 3 core material, a golden standard of the company; until now, this is the lightest and more durable material mix. Hyperlite’s exclusive CarboNetX allows the board to store and release energy during the ride. And, of course, its Monocoque construction increases its durability.

Design

This wakeboard has a variable edge bevel, a dual concave Base, a two-stage channel, a single concave tunnel exit, and a molded landing feature. Also, the Riot Bio has a continuous rocker, adding increased speed with a powerful pop for tricks.

Bindings

The Riot Bio Wakeboard has M6 inserts installed, which gives a reliable attachment to the board, making it highly safe. This board matches with any bindings from Hyperlite.

Pros

Strong and durable.
High board response.
Explosive pop

Final thoughts / Conclusion

Hyperlite has made a special effort in 2021 to offer the best wakeboards to help people upgrade their skills. The major intention is to help them feel secure over the board and be confident to try all the new stuff they dream about. The Hyperlite Bio and Nova wakeboards are for intermediate to advanced riders who need lightness and high board response. These two boards are reckless and daring but strong and reliable.

Hyperlite Riot Wakeboards Review