I figured there was enough info on the breeze about the new (to USA) Mana... but I have seen some inquiries lately about the differences from the 2013 model.... so I decided to post my review.

I have owned both the 2013 & 2014 in the past 6 months. BIG differences.

The 13 paddles better in flat-water and surfs well in soft waves up to head high... but uninteresting in good waves.

The 14 has less glide in flat-water but is a LOT more capable in all waves. 163 liters

I'm 100k and 66 yrs old... here's my vid... most of it shot my first 3 hours on the board: