Prince K?hi? (DT glider) 11'1 x "24 1/4" x 4"
Donald's favorite glider! This Hawaiian Cross Country glider was inspired by the outer reefs on Oahu's South Shore. Although this board is long in length it is still capable of noseriding and turning like a board shorter in size. It has DT-1 rocker which makes paddling very smooth, easy, and user friendly. Donald's patented 60/40 rails with tucked under edge make this board very forgiving on the turns. Available in a 2+1 setup that is capable of riding as a single fin or 2+1 depending on the surfer's style. A must have board in everyone's quiver for small days or long paddles.
Select to expand quoteMcHenry said..vanders1 said..
Ok, wow what have I missed here...?
Now let me explain my logic with all this, and right or wrong it is what it is.
I live 1h20m from the surf and have a reasonably demanding job that takes me away from home and family on a regular basis, this leads to limited opportunities to hit the water, averaged maybe 3-4 times per month over the last few years. This combined with dodgy shoulders that have lead most recently to my second shoulder reconstruction (both done now) meant that to get the most enjoyment of the opportunities I've had to surf with the least amount of pain has resulted from surfing larger boards. Easier paddling both onto the waves and getting back to the lineup has been made easier on this style of board. Getting more waves using the limited time I have I see as good value. Of course I wish I was good enough to hit the lip, or pull off a hard fast cutback, but the reality is I'm not, and until I either have more time to spend in the water or we move to the coast, the time I have to spend on progression is limited.
All that being said I don't disagree with the benefit of a smaller board and I'll likely fill that gap once I'm able to. As any of the guys that I've surfed with will know I'm not fussy with the conditions I surf in, not having the luxury to look at it and say I'll give it a miss and come back tomorrow means I generally surf whatever I find on the day, I've generally found where I mainly surf and what I'm comfortable with given my ability my 10' Goddard handles most of the bigger stuff and beachies and the others fit in after that. I've also found the glide of these longer boards is addictive, sure I won't be smashing the lip and following it up with a big slashing cutback but that doesn't mean I'm not having a ball, and rarely do I get out without a smile on my face having appreciated the time I've spent de-stressing and enjoying my time in the water. No apologies.
I do appreciate the encouragement from the guys I surf with and the friendships I've made, I've learnt lots and enjoy the banter, just another bonus of this fantastic pursuit.
Great post Vanders, I'm in the same position coupled with not growing up surfing, higher volume boards make sure you catch waves with the limited time in the water. Especially if you know you will struggle on something else usually shorter with less volume! Stick to what you know and love and you have the formula for stoke right there.
Yep,great post mate.The best surfer is the one who has the most fun and a smile on ya dial when ya come in
Select to expand quoteAl G said..McHenry said..vanders1 said..
Ok, wow what have I missed here...?
Now let me explain my logic with all this, and right or wrong it is what it is.
I live 1h20m from the surf and have a reasonably demanding job that takes me away from home and family on a regular basis, this leads to limited opportunities to hit the water, averaged maybe 3-4 times per month over the last few years. This combined with dodgy shoulders that have lead most recently to my second shoulder reconstruction (both done now) meant that to get the most enjoyment of the opportunities I've had to surf with the least amount of pain has resulted from surfing larger boards. Easier paddling both onto the waves and getting back to the lineup has been made easier on this style of board. Getting more waves using the limited time I have I see as good value. Of course I wish I was good enough to hit the lip, or pull off a hard fast cutback, but the reality is I'm not, and until I either have more time to spend in the water or we move to the coast, the time I have to spend on progression is limited.
All that being said I don't disagree with the benefit of a smaller board and I'll likely fill that gap once I'm able to. As any of the guys that I've surfed with will know I'm not fussy with the conditions I surf in, not having the luxury to look at it and say I'll give it a miss and come back tomorrow means I generally surf whatever I find on the day, I've generally found where I mainly surf and what I'm comfortable with given my ability my 10' Goddard handles most of the bigger stuff and beachies and the others fit in after that. I've also found the glide of these longer boards is addictive, sure I won't be smashing the lip and following it up with a big slashing cutback but that doesn't mean I'm not having a ball, and rarely do I get out without a smile on my face having appreciated the time I've spent de-stressing and enjoying my time in the water. No apologies.
I do appreciate the encouragement from the guys I surf with and the friendships I've made, I've learnt lots and enjoy the banter, just another bonus of this fantastic pursuit.
Great post Vanders, I'm in the same position coupled with not growing up surfing, higher volume boards make sure you catch waves with the limited time in the water. Especially if you know you will struggle on something else usually shorter with less volume! Stick to what you know and love and you have the formula for stoke right there.
Yep,great post mate.The best surfer is the one who has the most fun and a smile on ya dial when ya come in
ha, I remember nick carol writing that's a crock of sh1T.
you know you guys think your the only ones who have struggled. like %99 of people just rip straight away. like somehow you were cheated!!!!
anything good takes practise. there is a distinct lack of having a real crack at here
typical modern day thinking. I wasn't good at it straight away so its not worth doing.
talk about dumbing down surfing.
have a f ing go and put the time in
there, done. it has to be said. finished
Get over yourself dude.
Some of us aren't in the water a few days a week and are happy to just get a few waves and have fun.
No one said anything about it being too hard. Everyone has just expressed what their motives are in the water. Quit trying to force what you think surfing should be on others.
We are all pieces of a big surfing puzzle.
Eventually you will fine your place
Dont force it with a big board at the expense if someone elses place .
Peace out
Select to expand quotelaceys lane said..Al G said..McHenry said..vanders1 said..
Ok, wow what have I missed here...?
Now let me explain my logic with all this, and right or wrong it is what it is.
I live 1h20m from the surf and have a reasonably demanding job that takes me away from home and family on a regular basis, this leads to limited opportunities to hit the water, averaged maybe 3-4 times per month over the last few years. This combined with dodgy shoulders that have lead most recently to my second shoulder reconstruction (both done now) meant that to get the most enjoyment of the opportunities I've had to surf with the least amount of pain has resulted from surfing larger boards. Easier paddling both onto the waves and getting back to the lineup has been made easier on this style of board. Getting more waves using the limited time I have I see as good value. Of course I wish I was good enough to hit the lip, or pull off a hard fast cutback, but the reality is I'm not, and until I either have more time to spend in the water or we move to the coast, the time I have to spend on progression is limited.
All that being said I don't disagree with the benefit of a smaller board and I'll likely fill that gap once I'm able to. As any of the guys that I've surfed with will know I'm not fussy with the conditions I surf in, not having the luxury to look at it and say I'll give it a miss and come back tomorrow means I generally surf whatever I find on the day, I've generally found where I mainly surf and what I'm comfortable with given my ability my 10' Goddard handles most of the bigger stuff and beachies and the others fit in after that. I've also found the glide of these longer boards is addictive, sure I won't be smashing the lip and following it up with a big slashing cutback but that doesn't mean I'm not having a ball, and rarely do I get out without a smile on my face having appreciated the time I've spent de-stressing and enjoying my time in the water. No apologies.
I do appreciate the encouragement from the guys I surf with and the friendships I've made, I've learnt lots and enjoy the banter, just another bonus of this fantastic pursuit.
Great post Vanders, I'm in the same position coupled with not growing up surfing, higher volume boards make sure you catch waves with the limited time in the water. Especially if you know you will struggle on something else usually shorter with less volume! Stick to what you know and love and you have the formula for stoke right there.
Yep,great post mate.The best surfer is the one who has the most fun and a smile on ya dial when ya come in
ha, I remember nick carol writing that's a crock of sh1T.
you know you guys think your the only ones who have struggled. like %99 of people just rip straight away. like somehow you were cheated!!!!
anything good takes practise. there is a distinct lack of having a real crack at here
typical modern day thinking. I wasn't good at it straight away so its not worth doing.
talk about dumbing down surfing.
have a f ing go and put the time in
there, done. it has to be said. finished
I'm sure your taking the piss Lacey.
Nobody should have to justify what board they choose to surf.....
Sleep it off......
Peace out.
Whilst I think you make some valid points it's going to be tough argument to convince a bunch of Mal riders and an injured surfer who hasn't been at it for long and lives 1.5hrs from the beach,over the internet, in a forum titled Longboarding, in a Sub topic titled Boards 10ft plus boards, which he started to ride a 6,1 DHD
Anyway it's all good
Have a a good one , I'm currently contemplating surfing some mushy 1 footers in 15knots onshore...that should have been 2 foot offshore according to the forecast ??...dam u sea breeze!
Select to expand quotelaceys lane said..
ha, I remember nick carol writing that's a crock of sh1T.
you know you guys think your the only ones who have struggled. like %99 of people just rip straight away. like somehow you were cheated!!!!
anything good takes practise. there is a distinct lack of having a real crack at here
typical modern day thinking. I wasn't good at it straight away so its not worth doing.
talk about dumbing down surfing.
have a f ing go and put the time in
there, done. it has to be said. finished
Geez hahaha look high look low crusader & conqueror of the puniverse ..... iiiiiiiiiiiiiit's Daaaaaaaaaaaaanger Maaaaaaaaan
Select to expand quoteRabbs said..laceys lane said..Al G said..McHenry said..vanders1 said..
Ok, wow what have I missed here...?
Now let me explain my logic with all this, and right or wrong it is what it is.
I live 1h20m from the surf and have a reasonably demanding job that takes me away from home and family on a regular basis, this leads to limited opportunities to hit the water, averaged maybe 3-4 times per month over the last few years. This combined with dodgy shoulders that have lead most recently to my second shoulder reconstruction (both done now) meant that to get the most enjoyment of the opportunities I've had to surf with the least amount of pain has resulted from surfing larger boards. Easier paddling both onto the waves and getting back to the lineup has been made easier on this style of board. Getting more waves using the limited time I have I see as good value. Of course I wish I was good enough to hit the lip, or pull off a hard fast cutback, but the reality is I'm not, and until I either have more time to spend in the water or we move to the coast, the time I have to spend on progression is limited.
All that being said I don't disagree with the benefit of a smaller board and I'll likely fill that gap once I'm able to. As any of the guys that I've surfed with will know I'm not fussy with the conditions I surf in, not having the luxury to look at it and say I'll give it a miss and come back tomorrow means I generally surf whatever I find on the day, I've generally found where I mainly surf and what I'm comfortable with given my ability my 10' Goddard handles most of the bigger stuff and beachies and the others fit in after that. I've also found the glide of these longer boards is addictive, sure I won't be smashing the lip and following it up with a big slashing cutback but that doesn't mean I'm not having a ball, and rarely do I get out without a smile on my face having appreciated the time I've spent de-stressing and enjoying my time in the water. No apologies.
I do appreciate the encouragement from the guys I surf with and the friendships I've made, I've learnt lots and enjoy the banter, just another bonus of this fantastic pursuit.
Great post Vanders, I'm in the same position coupled with not growing up surfing, higher volume boards make sure you catch waves with the limited time in the water. Especially if you know you will struggle on something else usually shorter with less volume! Stick to what you know and love and you have the formula for stoke right there.
Yep,great post mate.The best surfer is the one who has the most fun and a smile on ya dial when ya come in
ha, I remember nick carol writing that's a crock of sh1T.
you know you guys think your the only ones who have struggled. like %99 of people just rip straight away. like somehow you were cheated!!!!
anything good takes practise. there is a distinct lack of having a real crack at here
typical modern day thinking. I wasn't good at it straight away so its not worth doing.
talk about dumbing down surfing.
have a f ing go and put the time in
there, done. it has to be said. finished
I'm sure your taking the piss Lacey.
Nobody should have to justify what board they choose to surf.....
Sleep it off......
Peace out.
Yeah i am.
But at the same time,everyone bags beginner sup surfers going out and taking waves they havent earnt.
How are these monster boards in crowded lineup in the hands of some novice mal riders any different.
If you ride big in lineups . You have to be ultra considerate
Let me also just clarify, Lacey is one of my regular surfing buddies when I do hit the water, there's always banter in and out of the surf so nothing he says gets taken to heart.
Lacey I read somewhere where Macaha said you should stick to short boards as you don't get the longboard concept just saying
Select to expand quoteoldmal said..
Lacey I read somewhere where Macaha said you should stick to short boards as you don't get the longboard concept just saying
But i do. I surf and use more variety of craft then most.
I know how a big board glide feels in waves. Like 17.6 ft
Im worried about 10 plus board backlash by the general surfing public.
However im seem to be on my own here so im handing in my greenroom card for a extended break.
No more stick in the mud.
Go nuts
Select to expand quoteoldmal said..
Lacey I read somewhere where Macaha said you should stick to short boards as you don't get the longboard concept just saying
How does what mac say count? The only time the bloke ever moves his feet on a longboard is when he is walking with it. So that there is somebody who has no understanding of the longboard concept
But hey its the internet and everyone knows everything
Select to expand quotelaceys lane said..oldmal said..
Lacey I read somewhere where Macaha said you should stick to short boards as you don't get the longboard concept just saying
But i do. I surf and use more variety of craft then most.
I know how a big board glide feels in waves. Like 17.6 ft
Im worried about 10 plus board backlash by the general surfing public.
However im seem to be on my own here so im handing in my greenroom card for a extended break.
No more stick in the mud.
Go nuts
Probably have more supporters in the Short boarders /sup forums Lacey ...Mac get round there he needs a cuddle & a tummy rub ...
Select to expand quotechrispy said..oldmal said..
Lacey I read somewhere where Macaha said you should stick to short boards as you don't get the longboard concept just saying
How does what mac say count? The only time the bloke ever moves his feet on a longboard is when he is walking with it. So that there is somebody who has no understanding of the longboard concept
But hey its the internet and everyone knows everything
Is that when hes walking it out to the car of the bloke he just sold it too...or walking it into the shed where it will wait to get replaced by something a ****teenth of an inch different
Select to expand quotelaceys lane said..
so im handing in my greenroom card for a extended break.
This time can you go with a little less drama.
Select to expand quoteTux said..
Is that when hes walking it out to the car of the bloke he just sold it too...or walking it into the shed where it will wait to get replaced by something a ****teenth of an inch different
Haha yes I have to agree with you Tux,yes I have an issue ,just got home from visiting 2 Byron factories having a look at my boards progress and over the past 7 months thats about all the walking I've been able to do.Some good news here is I admit I have a issue and the best news is I'm back surfing
Reading between the lines Lacey is dishing out some friendly banter re these big boards, he did make one good point in relation to not being a complete wave pig, just being a pig is ok.
Select to expand quoteMickPC said..
lol I got a bumbag perfect for carrying a camera & bottle of water. Absolute godsend when your on an outer reef with & had a few too many Bintangs...got a 1.5 camel also but havn't used it yet. Havn't been hung over enough I guess
Mick leave a bottle in the boat or leave a bottle on the beach
but most of all leave the bum bag at home
Select to expand quoteMacaha said..
Reading between the lines Lacey is dishing out some friendly banter re these big boards, he did make one good point in relation to not being a complete wave pig, just being a pig is ok.
It doesn't take having a board over 10' to be a wave pig.
Select to expand quotevanders1 said..Macaha said..
Reading between the lines Lacey is dishing out some friendly banter re these big boards, he did make one good point in relation to not being a complete wave pig, just being a pig is ok.
It doesn't take having a board over 10' to be a wave pig.
I / we know mate
Select to expand quotevanders1 said..Macaha said..
Reading between the lines Lacey is dishing out some friendly banter re these big boards, he did make one good point in relation to not being a complete wave pig, just being a pig is ok.
It doesn't take having a board over 10' to be a wave pig.
100% right
Select to expand quotevanders1 said.
It doesn't take having a board over 10' to be a wave pig.
Well said..
