Yes Matt, I got an LT. Horses for courses I suppose.
My current fave is the Phantom 295 with an 8.0 or 6.8 - the "go-to" open-ocean board. OldManSteve has a Phantom 295 for sale in mint condition for anyone who wants one.
The LT is definitely a winner for lighter winds- yet to test it in a range of winds and sea conditions. Peter and I might do a downriver expedition on the LTs this weekend in 15+ knots, so I will know more after that.