Hi all,

Just after some advice in relation to a smallish longboard style SUP?
After going through a few different boards I think my personal preference is for a longboard type SUP that still retains a little glide & speed on a wave, but not one that is too long or not too wide.

9'0" long by about 29"/30" wide seems to be a good fit for me.
Currently either the Fanatic Stylemaster or Imagine Icon (in 9' versions) are of interest.

I'd love to hear some feedback on anyone that has ridden either? Especially the Icon, they seem pretty high performance but I have never actually seen one on the flesh.

The other alternative is a 9' Laird. I've just sold a 9'6" so think I know what I would be in for there, and was looking to get away from the massive wide nose on the Lairds, but also interested if anyone thinks they would be comparable to the others listed.

Cheers
Damo

I really like the Laird Surfer too. Haven't tried the other 2 but have owned the jl striker and I think the laird is higher performance. I'm on the 9 footer and having surfed shorter boards I've also come to the conclusion that I prefer a 9x29. Why not the wide nose? That's the fun bit.

Slack said..
I've a Laird 9' Surfer and it's a fun board, if you don't like the wider nose go the hybrid surfer

such a classic looking board Slack, just been checking out the 10 ft version at CL. Tempting ??