Channel Islands M23 Performance Hybrid "Initial Thoughts" - The Surfboard Guide

Welcome to our Initial Thoughts of the C.I Surfboard latest midlength, the M23 - but not sure if its a midlength, or its an oversized shortboard for those who want to rip! From https://cisurfboards.com/products/m-23 The M23 comes from the storied M13 bloodlines, a favorite hybrid board Al Merrick made for himself and rode variants of for decades from fun Rincon to maxing Sunset. A true high performance hybrid that caters to the widest possible type and size of surfer - and for the widest range of wave conditions. Not to be confused with the CI Mid, the M23 carries more foam, boasting a fuller rail and sleeker nose outline. It paddles like a champ while still riding more like a shortboard. From https://futuresfins.com/products/dark... The Dark Arts fiberglass thruster set is a large size Speed Controlling fin with a Ride Number of 3.8. We collaborated with the team at Dark Arts to develop a neutral template that features a thinner tip and smaller center fin for a perfect blend of speed control and release when you need it. Template Category - Neutral (all-around | versatile) Construction - Fiberglass Ride Number - Speed Control – 3.8 Suggested Wave Type - All types | All conditions Size - Large (165+ lbs) Hold tight and we'll have the full review to you soon! Thanks for watching, and be sure to check us out on Instagram @thesurfboardguide