In attempting to shape a “fun” board, along the lines of Hybrid, which would be the better route to take : 6’-11" or 7’-4" ? Not a lot of difference there, 5", but the goal is a board that will be, well, fun. Florida surf sessions, for the most part. Another desired outcome is that it would be great if my friend could also use the board if I am not. She has been using a much longer board, mid 8 feet range, if memory serves correctly. Which one offers the best chance for success ? If no hope in achieving both, then all I care about is shaping one for myself, but I’m not sure which would be the better choice. This would be my first board so I’m trying to choose something relatively easy (if there is such a thing) with regards to foil, rocker etc. Your thoughts are appreciated. Thanks for your help.
What are you surfing now?
In attempting to shape a “fun” board, along the lines of Hybrid, > which would be the better route to take : 6’-11" or 7’-4" ? Not > a lot of difference there, 5", but the goal is a board that will be, > well, fun. Florida surf sessions, for the most part. Another desired > outcome is that it would be great if my friend could also use the board if > I am not. She has been using a much longer board, mid 8 feet range, if > memory serves correctly. Which one offers the best chance for success ? If > no hope in achieving both, then all I care about is shaping one for > myself, but I’m not sure which would be the better choice. This would be > my first board so I’m trying to choose something relatively easy (if there > is such a thing) with regards to foil, rocker etc.>>> Your thoughts are appreciated. Thanks for your help. the 7’4".
the 7’4". Ditto. Check out the 7-11; it is a great blank to shape. Magoo
the 7’4 would draw a longer line through turns. the shortter you go dont make the board overly wide in centre width and tail width. if the board is too bulberous they dont go so well if the waves have a bit of power.
What are you surfing now? Sorry for the delayed reply (been away from the computer all weekend). I’ve never surfed anything over 6’-4" (not a preference, it just has worked out that way). I would like to shape a longer board, maybe a long board, but for now I’m thinking something in this range because I hope it will be fun (shaping and riding), and easier to transport. Thanks again for your input.
Take a tip from Magoo - knock the corners off that 7’11" and glass it. You’ll be stoked!