M23

Name: M23
Brand: Channel Islands

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The M23, derived from the M13 lineage, is a high-performance mid length designed by Al Merrick for a wide range of surfers and conditions. This board features a fuller rail and a sleeker nose outline, providing excellent paddle power while maintaining shortboard-like performance. It excels in waves ranging from fun-sized to maxing Sunset. The M23 offers a balance of speed, control, and maneuverability, with moderate entry and exit rocker, hybrid nose, and medium rails. Ideal for various skill levels and surf conditions, the M23 is versatile and reliable.

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Specs Overview

Outline: Mid Length

Ability Level: All levels

Wave Height: 2-8ft

Wave Type: Points and Reef Breaks

Fin Type: Thruster

Concave: Single to Double to Vee

Entry Rocker: Moderate

Exit Rocker: Moderate

Overall Rocker: Moderate

Rail Type: Full

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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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