Currently on the disabled list with an arm injury and plenty of unexpected time on my hands, I've been thinking about getting into Downwinding this year to make the most of my available water time so, starting to do the research.

I'm 6'4" 220 lbs (100k), 230 lbs in Winter wetsuit intermediate level SUP surfer w/ limited skills and questionable and inconsistent balance and technique who rides mostly shorter 8'2" - 9'5" x 32" boards.

Conditions are small to big ocean, big winds w/ confused and choppy cold water so I'm seeking Stability over Speed. As durable of a construction as possible to deal with rocky shoreline.

So far the short list of DW boards in no particular order is:

1) SIC F-14 ( 30" wide)

2) 2014 Naish Glide 14'

I'm open to any and all suggestions. Thanks!