i think if its going to be a summer board i would put the wide point a little bit behind of center. maybe 2 or 3 inches. as for the thick point i put it at center or maybe a little bit behind. a board that is that long isnt going to have a problem with paddling. and maybe a little bit more tail rocker.
Yeah, looks like the Harbour Wave HOG model, the one for surfers who need every wave.
If you have problems with late drops, you might narrow the tail block just a little more, to give yourself a chance at keeping the forward rails from catching, and to free the nose on late, steep drops.
Some people have mentioned the wide tail on my template and i have noticed that your boards have also got a very wide tail, i have never riden one of your boards but i thought i’d ask what your feelings on wider tails are. I’m personally quite happy with it. This board is meant for log riding in underhead summer waves. Nothing very steep or fast.
What it comes down to is your enjoyment, IMHO. Since you’re happy with it, it doesn’t matter if anyone thinks it’s too wide - they’re not surfing it. I wear a size 10 1/2 in Converse and generally enjoy the wake from a 14 1/2" - 16 1/2" tail, depending on the board and surfing. FYI, I believe Velzy still offers a 17"/17 1/2" tail on one of his models. Again, good job on the outline.