What skill level is the CI Mid for?

The CI Mid is designed for All levels surfers.

What kind of waves is the CI Mid best in?

The CI Mid works best in Beach and Point Breaks.

What wave size does the CI Mid suit?

The CI Mid performs best in 3-8ft waves.

What fin setup does the CI Mid use?

The CI Mid has a Twin+1 set up.

What type of surfboard is the CI Mid?

The CI Mid has a Mid Length outline.

What volume does the CI Mid come in?

The CI Mid is available in a 37.8–57.1 L volume range.

CI Mid

Name: CI Mid
Brand: Channel Islands

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The CI Mid, a modern classic designed with Devon Howard, combines traditional egg-inspired design with Merrick’s modern features. It features a low entry rocker, double concave, and hard, slightly tucked rails through the tail. This board excels in waves from shoulder-high to nearly double overhead, offering effortless paddle and trim speed. The CI Mid is ideal for fluid, arching turns and versatile performance. Paired with a custom 2+1 fin set, it enhances high performance across a wide range of conditions.

Specs Overview

Outline: Mid Length

Ability Level: All levels

Wave Height: 3-8ft

Wave Type: Beach and Point Breaks

Fin Type: Twin+1

Concave: Single to Double

Entry Rocker: Low

Exit Rocker: Low/Moderate

Overall Rocker: Low/Moderate

Rail Type: Medium

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	CI Mid Channel IslandsThis board	Revo Max Firewire
Dimensions
Wave Height	3-8ft	2-8ft
Concave	Single to Double	Vee Quad Concave
Entry Rocker	Low	Low/Moderate
Exit Rocker	Low/Moderate	Low/Moderate
Rail Type	Medium	Low/Medium

Silhouettes are normalized to the same nose-to-tail length, so this is a shape comparison rather than a true-scale view. Outlines are generated automatically from product photos, not CAD files, so minor inaccuracies can occur.

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Frequently asked questions

What skill level is the CI Mid for?: The CI Mid is designed for All levels surfers.
What kind of waves is the CI Mid best in?: The CI Mid works best in Beach and Point Breaks.
What wave size does the CI Mid suit?: The CI Mid performs best in 3-8ft waves.
What fin setup does the CI Mid use?: The CI Mid has a Twin+1 set up.
What type of surfboard is the CI Mid?: The CI Mid has a Mid Length outline.
What volume does the CI Mid come in?: The CI Mid is available in a 37.8–57.1 L volume range.

Channel Islands

Channel Islands Surfboards, headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, is a renowned surfboard manufacturing company founded by Al Merrick in 1969. Known for its high-performance surfboards, the company has become a staple in the surfing community. Over the years, Channel Islands Surfboards has collaborated with many surfing legends, including Kelly Slater and Tom Curren, and more recently Dane Reynolds and Mike February. CI has won 3 Stab In the Dark with their models Fever, CI Pro, and CI 2.Pro.

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