Very fun both paddling and surfing – def not easy to surf – but def easy to paddle – it is a monster and will fly down the line – literally catch a ripple – great training board you can also have fun with – highly recommended for those of you wanting to exercise in the water when it is flat and still be able to catch almost anything from ankle to head high waves – for more info check call joe bark – way cool guy – for those flat yet very windy/choppy days it is a great paddling choice – it is also just 12’6" so although pretty big it is still managable – enjoy