I see that Starboard are bringing out the Whopper 10 x 34 in ’09.
Not having a background in surfing I’m keen for some feed back on what type of wave conditions you think it would work best in?
Yeah I know it hasn’t hit the water yet but I’m hoping on some of your experiences on different board sharps to give me a bit of an idea of how this type of board would perform.

My main type of wave is up to shoulder high and fattiest, not a lot of power. Would the whopper suit? ( I must say my 11 2 really suits my conditions but I’m hoping I can find a board with a bit more of a short board feel)

Up until the release of ’09 range Boucher , I was keen on the 9’ 8 x 30 swallow tail. The only thing holding me back was I’m not sure I want to spend most of my time trying to keep my balance on a smaller board.
What I read is the Whopper has about the same volume as my 11 2 x 30 but the length and tail shape might indicate that it will turn quicker than my 11 2.

The purist of you will say the 9 8 is still a better wave riding board and I would agree but I’m more about enjoying the hole experience,
This really hit home to me over the xmas break when most of the guys on smaller boards were spending most of the time falling off / getting back onto their board where as I was cruising around catching more waves on the 11 2 and enjoying it.

I won’t be heading out into over head high powerful waves. So, do you thing I’m taking a backward step by going to a Whopper?


Ian