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Step Up / Big Wave

Channel Islands The Solution review

The struggle of lackluster surf is real. So, Channel Islands created The Solution. Blending glide, paddle power, and versatility, The Solution is Britt Merrick’s...

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Step Up / Big Wave

The Solution

The struggle of lackluster surf is real. So, Channel Islands created The Solution. Blending glide, paddle power, and versatility, The Solution is Britt Merrick’s...

Channel Islands The Solution surfboard
Primary categoryStep Up / Big Wave
Also suitsbig_wave
Fin intentThruster, 2+1, 5 Fin, Quad, Twin
Best suited forprogressing, intermediate, advanced, expert
Quiver positionStep-up

Behavioural profile

Quivrr Board DNA

Paddle
10 / 10Exceptional
Speed
8 / 10Strong
Drive
7 / 10Strong
Release
8 / 10Strong
Hold
6 / 10Moderate
Forgiveness
8 / 10Strong
Sensitivity
7 / 10Strong
Weak waves
7 / 10Strong
Powerful waves
6 / 10Moderate
Beach
9 / 10Exceptional
Point
7 / 10Strong
Reef
6 / 10Moderate
Outline
balanced
Rocker
medium low entry / medium tail
Rails
medium
Tail
squash
Bottom
single, channels, flat
Fins
thruster, five fin
Style
versatile, balanced, easy performance, fast, forgiving, stable
Quiver roles
daily driver, one board quiver

Quivrr Board DNA is derived from current manufacturer design information and governed Quivrr classification. It does not imply manufacturer endorsement.

What it was designed to do

The The Solution sits in the Step Up / Big Wave board family and follows a Step Up / Big Wave direction. This describes design intent; it is not a score, award or claim that the model suits every surfer.

What it does well

The Solution follows a Step Up / Big Wave direction within the Step Up / Big Wave family. Its moderate paddle support and Thruster, 2+1, 5 Fin, Quad, Twin fin setup help define where it may fit; the final result still depends on size, construction, rider and conditions.

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Best suited for

Available board information associates this model with beach break, open face, point break. The available rider guidance includes progressing, intermediate, advanced, expert.

Riding feel

Fin options: Thruster, 2+1, 5 Fin, Quad, Twin. Paddle support: moderate. The final feel depends on size, construction and conditions.

Where it sits in your quiver

This model most naturally sits in the step-up position. Its actual role depends on the selected size, your existing boards and usual conditions.

Things to keep in mind

  • hold
  • glide

Board guidance is kept separate from live inventory. A model may be documented without being available in a specific size or region.

Sizing guide

A complete volume range is not available for this review. Use litres alongside length, width, rails, outline and foam distribution. Confirm current specifications before choosing a size.

Design details

Available specifications place the The Solution in the Step Up / Big Wave family, with a Step Up / Big Wave design direction, Thruster, 2+1, 5 Fin, Quad, Twin fin options and moderate paddle support. Use the linked manufacturer source to confirm current construction and dimensions.

Bodhi's Board Notes

Ask Bodhi to relate this design to your ability, preferred volume, current board, quiver and usual waves.