If you have the $$$ go the Infinity New Deal, if you have a bit of a budget go the Smik, if a tighter budget Mckee looks awesome value!

Hawaiiheke said..
If you don't look at a Smik then I'd suggest psychiatry because you'd be mad if you didn't!

Agree. I have the Smilk 10'X28" style lord - an absolutely magic board - light, strong, fast, manoeuvreable - a genuine performance longboard sup. At 6'3" tall and 86 Kg I find i have to work a bit whilst waiting for a wave. If you weigh less than this, then these dimensions are worth considering

"Settled" Ouch

Hey Blue,

Buy Australian!
I've owned a heap of boards including Naish, Deep, C4, PSH...but my Style Lord ten footer is an absolute standout.
I have the 'blown up' 32 inch model which is a dream to surf. It catches waves beautifully, and turns a treat for a big board, such are the nice subtlies shaped in. The board is a classic. It goes well in larger waves too...plenty down the line speed. I am a Kiwi but take my hat off to Aussie SUP shapers - they are top notch. My other board is a JP 9-3 quad, another superb board. Good luck, Diceman

PS the 32 inch is perfect for someone like me...98kgs, 67 years on the planet

Thanks for all the responses

The New Deal is awesome and I love it but there is no doubt that one brand does not suit everyone.