Has Sunova changed from bamboo to balsa finish? Or can we choose between both? The rails have changed too from seeing the older Skate. It didn't have the kick pad either. But heard it has now.
The rails I believe are of a silver titanium. The earlier boards had the neat looking criss cross pattern compared to the scratchy looking criss cross rails now with like a black undercoat as well. These I believe are the XXX Tech boards now that are the rustic look with blackened joins between the balsa slats.

I am assuming that this is a cheaper way of making the boards. That is no neat patterns in the rail. But unsure of what is the difference in cost between the balsa & bamboo. I heard the Bamboo is the strongest. But the balsa probably flexes better & absorbs the chop which is great for a paddleboard getting towards a short board feel.

But if the boards are just as strong, light & perform just as good or better. Then I am not complaining. Some like the rustic look.