Hey Guys

After a recommendation for a suitable 14 footer - pre-2016 boards that would be worth having a look at, as I'll probably be buying a second hand one.

I weigh 71kg, 175cm tall, 43yo. I only want to use it in the ocean. I have no interest in flat water (unless it is a good down winding day in pittwater). It will be recreational use only, no interest in racing. I usually paddle alone which means I have to paddle upwind first and I want to be able to relax, have fun and not fight to stay upright (and therefore not think too much about brucie!).

I had a 2015 Starboard 14 x 25 hybrid but I found it hard work to stay upright on this in the bumps, also found it hard work to punch upwind. I am NOT blaming the board - they have great reviews however maybe I was too optimistic with the width given it was my first paddleboard (I stuck with it for 9 months).

Maybe the 28 inch wide allstar would have been better? Any other suggestions of other boards?

Cheers. Steve.