What skill level is the Happy Traveler for?

The Happy Traveler is designed for Intermediate/Advanced surfers.

What kind of waves is the Happy Traveler best in?

The Happy Traveler works best in Powerful Conditions.

What wave size does the Happy Traveler suit?

The Happy Traveler performs best in 6-15ft waves.

What fin setup does the Happy Traveler use?

The Happy Traveler has a Thruster set up.

What type of surfboard is the Happy Traveler?

The Happy Traveler has a Step Up outline.

What volume does the Happy Traveler come in?

The Happy Traveler is available in a 26.3–49.4 L volume range.

Happy Traveler

Name: Happy Traveler
Brand: Channel Islands

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The Happy Traveler, designed by Britt Merrick, is the ultimate board for big waves and diverse surf conditions. Building on the proven rocker curve of the Happy, it is tuned for size, power, and quality. The Traveler features decreased concave between the fins, a straighter pulled-in outline in the back third, and leading fins placed closer to the rail for optimal hold and control. With thickness in the forward deck and rail, it enhances paddling power and performance in the barrel. The Traveler, with a round pin and thruster or quad setup, is the one-board travel quiver for memorable surf experiences.

Specs Overview

Outline: Step Up

Ability Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Wave Height: 6-15ft

Wave Type: Powerful Conditions

Fin Type: Thruster

Concave: Single to Double

Entry Rocker: Aggressive

Exit Rocker: Moderate

Overall Rocker: Moderate/Aggressive

Rail Type: Medium

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	Happy Traveler Channel IslandsThis board	#77+ Sharp Eye
Dimensions
Wave Height	6-15ft	4-10ft+
Concave	Single to Double	Full Single Concave
Entry Rocker	Aggressive	Aggressive
Exit Rocker	Moderate	Aggressive
Rail Type	Medium	Low

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Frequently asked questions

What skill level is the Happy Traveler for?: The Happy Traveler is designed for Intermediate/Advanced surfers.
What kind of waves is the Happy Traveler best in?: The Happy Traveler works best in Powerful Conditions.
What wave size does the Happy Traveler suit?: The Happy Traveler performs best in 6-15ft waves.
What fin setup does the Happy Traveler use?: The Happy Traveler has a Thruster set up.
What type of surfboard is the Happy Traveler?: The Happy Traveler has a Step Up outline.
What volume does the Happy Traveler come in?: The Happy Traveler is available in a 26.3–49.4 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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