1 year in of owning a Smik hipster twin pin with the fabric inlay rails. No rail tape and I've had plenty of fun sessions. I am totally amazed with how the rails are holding up. There is no damage at all. Could this be the best construction ever?!
The first photo is from the right side front, where normally my boards take the most impact. Photos from today after a few morning waves 
In think it is, although the fabric inlay would hide a small damage, mine are also whitout damage but I used rail saver pro, just to be sure 
You will get the same impact resistance with all boards that are not painted over the lamination and/or hotcoat.
When rails chip, it is the paint, as it is from a different material than the underlying epoxy.
Paint is however the cheapest way (time is money) to get a pinhole-proof finish.
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You will get the same impact resistance with all boards that are not painted over the lamination and/or hotcoat.
When rails chip, it is the paint, as it is from a different material than the underlying epoxy.
Paint is however the cheapest way (time is money) to get a pinhole-proof finish.
Considering the low price of the premium construction compared to other brands, that makes me feel I got even more value for money on the Smik
