So after a surf this morning I sit down for some breaky with the "brains trust" who proceed to tell me I need to sell my 10' Whalebone as it's not "forcing me to extend myself and my surfing..............."

This is my usual go to board, paddling and riding it just feels like putting on your favourite slippers or boat shoes or whatever your favourites are.

It paddles unbelievable, catches waves easily, is stable, manoeuvrable and as fast as I need. It's probably not ideal for a hollow fast beach break but I rarely surf them anyway.

So do I listen to these "experts" or just keep enjoying myself?