This was a problem with the first lot of 11'6" Naish boards but my 10'6"/11'6"/11'4" have all balanced perfectly.

I talked to JB about this and he said it's very hard for them to get it spot on because the proto stage can be slightly different to the finished product.

Because this is the first run of the Glide I bet they get it right for the next lot that they do.

Mine's not much out but I was surprised considering the high quality and finish on these new Naish boards.

DJ

My 11'6" naish also has a lopsided carry handle so I carry it on my shoulder and the carry handle works great. This will probably also work for your glide.

I've been off the forum for a couple of days, but got a chance to see a glide in St Kilda this morning...........After admiring it and commenting on how the shape really looks "surfy". For a board which is set up flat water, downwinders, it just has a really surfy look to it.

It also doesnt look 12'. I have a 12'6 starboard and the glide looks heaps shorter due to its clean lines.

The tail, although a pintail, has heaps of volume to it.

And yes, one of the firs things I asked was about the location of the handle. It just seemed too far towards the back, but as I didnt pick up the board I cant comment on how balanced it is using the handle.

It is a VERY nice looking board that I am sure will paddle really well in the right conditions.

I'm looking forward to paddling one soon!