The effect of side-cuts

General Discussion
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Hello all,

i came across this picture of Richard Kenvin with a Mirandon porpoise board. It has pretty big side-cuts near the tail. Can anyone explain what the effects of these are on the boards performance?

I heard once that they get more air under the tail making it more loose. Is that the case?

Thanks!

Eef

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that’s even scarier looking than my ‘steps deck’ … lol … but good on the shaper for for paving his own road. I’m sure it has its own unique personality that makes it the perfect choice for a certain kind of wave/surfer …