Where it fits
This model is classified as Modern Step Up. Use the documented family, selected size and intended conditions to decide whether that direction matches the surfer's brief.
Modern Step Up
Rusty Slayer 2
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Official manufacturer information
Typical surfer profile
Intermediate to Expert surfer seeking a modern step up.
Wave direction
The available board information associates this model with reef break, hollow waves, open face. Confirm the intended wave range with the manufacturer.
Where it sits in the design range
The Slayer 2 sits in the Modern Step Up family with a Modern Step Up direction. Related models may solve a different design job even when their volume is similar.
Dimensions and volume
Available size range
5'10 to 6'6, 23.9L to 38.48L across the reviewed board specifications. The table below shows the complete available size range.
| Length | Width | Thickness | Volume | Construction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5'10 | 18.75 | 2.45 | 28.38L | Standard |
| 5'11 | 18.85 | 2.50 | 29.49L | Standard |
| 5'6 | 18.25 | 2.25 | 23.9L | Standard |
| 5'7 | 18.42 | 2.29 | 24.92L | Standard |
| 5'8 | 18.50 | 2.35 | 26.07L | Standard |
| 5'9 | 18.60 | 2.40 | 27.17L | Standard |
| 6'0 | 19.00 | 2.53 | 30.57L | Standard |
| 6'1 | 19.15 | 2.60 | 32.1L | Standard |
| 6'2 | 19.25 | 2.65 | 33.26L | Standard |
| 6'3 | 19.40 | 2.68 | 34.34L | Standard |
| 6'4 | 19.60 | 2.73 | 35.81L | Standard |
| 6'5 | 19.85 | 2.77 | 37.29L | Standard |
| 6'6 | 20.00 | 2.80 | 38.48L | Standard |
Board design direction
- Public family
- Step Up
- Detailed category
- Modern Step Up
- Also suits
- step_up
- Ability guidance
- intermediate, advanced, expert
- Fin configuration
- Thruster
- Wave intent
- reef break, hollow waves, open face, powerful, average
- Strengths
- sensitivity, projection, pivot
- Trade-offs
- glide, turning radius
Guidance describes board characteristics, not a guaranteed performance outcome.
Board DNA
A compact view of how this board is designed to behave. Live stock and sizing remain the main purpose of this page.
- Paddle
- 4 / 10
- Speed
- 8 / 10
- Drive
- 8 / 10
- Release
- 9 / 10
- Hold
- 9 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 4 / 10
- Sensitivity
- 10 / 10
- Outline
- narrow
- Rocker
- medium high entry / high tail
- Rails
- low performance
- Quiver role
- performance, competition
Quivrr Board DNA is derived from current manufacturer design information and governed Quivrr classification.
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Related design guidance
How to choose a surfboard, understand volume and sizing, or ask Bodhi to explain trade-offs.
Reviewed by QUIVRR editorial on 2026-07-14. Board information updated: 2026-08-19. Confirm final specifications with the manufacturer or retailer.