What skill level is the Rook 15 for?

The Rook 15 is designed for Advanced surfers.

What kind of waves is the Rook 15 best in?

The Rook 15 works best in Powerful Conditions.

What wave size does the Rook 15 suit?

The Rook 15 performs best in 4-8ft waves.

What fin setup does the Rook 15 use?

The Rook 15 has a Thruster set up.

What type of surfboard is the Rook 15?

The Rook 15 has a High Performance outline.

What volume does the Rook 15 come in?

The Rook 15 is available in a 21.7–42 L volume range.

Rook 15

Name: Rook 15
Brand: Channel Islands

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The Rook 15, a high-performance board from Channel Islands, is designed for advanced surfers who thrive on precision and control. With its single concave throughout, it offers exceptional drive and speed, excelling when surfed on rail. The board features medium rails for a balance of sensitivity and stability, a pointed nose for smooth entry into waves, and a staged rocker style with moderate/agressive entry and exit rocker to enhance maneuverability and responsiveness. Ideal for waves ranging from 4 to 8 feet, the Rook 15 is a versatile contest workhorse that performs well in diverse conditions.

Specs Overview

Outline: High Performance

Ability Level: Advanced

Wave Height: 4-8ft

Wave Type: Powerful Conditions

Fin Type: Thruster

Concave: Single Concave

Entry Rocker: Moderate/Aggressive

Exit Rocker: Moderate/Aggressive

Overall Rocker: Moderate/Aggressive

Rail Type: Medium

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	Rook 15 Channel IslandsThis board	DRIVER 3.0 LOST
Dimensions
Wave Height	4-8ft	3-7 ft
Concave	Single Concave	Single to Double
Entry Rocker	Moderate/Aggressive	Moderate/Aggressive
Exit Rocker	Moderate/Aggressive	Aggressive
Rail Type	Medium	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 Rook 15 for?: The Rook 15 is designed for Advanced surfers.
What kind of waves is the Rook 15 best in?: The Rook 15 works best in Powerful Conditions.
What wave size does the Rook 15 suit?: The Rook 15 performs best in 4-8ft waves.
What fin setup does the Rook 15 use?: The Rook 15 has a Thruster set up.
What type of surfboard is the Rook 15?: The Rook 15 has a High Performance outline.
What volume does the Rook 15 come in?: The Rook 15 is available in a 21.7–42 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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