The energy gain from a larger board can be quickly lost if you need to paddle through the break. Larger boards are more difficult to duck dive and are dragged back further. When caught in turbulence they are also more difficult to hang onto. There are a lot of factors involved here so if you are sizing up you really need to work with an experienced designer. A difference of 3-4L also makes a huge difference in performance ….. for better or worse!
The energy gain from a larger board can be quickly lost if you need to paddle through the break. Larger boards are more difficult to duck dive and are dragged back further. When caught in turbulence they are also more difficult to hang onto. There are a lot of factors involved here so if you are sizing up you really need to work with an experienced designer. A difference of 3-4L also makes a huge difference in performance ….. for better or worse!