TheFishis sometimes considered amini-malibualternative because of its ideal performance in small conditions without the handling constraints of an 8'
Its tight rocker makes it easy to paddle and offers little resistance, provided you choose a volume suited to your size and/or skill level. With an easy takeoff and optimized stability thanks to its wide tail and swallow tail shape, you're ready for wide turns and fast acceleration.
TheEgghas a generous rocker and a banana shape that will push a little more water (slightly less easy to paddle than the fish). Once launched, its slimmer tail makes it very responsive for frontside/backside transitions. Ideal in hollow waves, it is perfect even for big waves. With more volume than ashortboard, it is more accessible and represents a good compromise for discovering the sensations.
Matthieu from theOcéan Surf Club in Saint-Jean-de-Monts gives us his advice: