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Channel Islands 5'10 Better Everyday Shortboard Surfboard

SKU: 117928
Sale price $820.00

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Dimensions 5'10 x 19 3/4'' x 2 1/2''
Volume 30.8L
Construction Fiberglass Construction
Fin System Future Fins
Fin Setup Tri/Quad 5 Fin Setup
Fins Included Yes

Surfboards & oversized items are excluded from free shipping.

Surfboard Shipping Rates

Surfboard Shipping Rules

Surfboard shipping costs depend on the length, width, destination, and UPS size rules. Here's a clear breakdown:

  • Boards under 5'11" and 21" wide: Standard UPS Ground, no oversize surcharge. Typical cost $65–$120 depending on destination. Exact live rates shown in cart at checkout.
  • Boards over 5'11" or wider than 21": Considered oversized by UPS. Typical cost $150–$240 including oversize charges. Live pricing shown in cart before checkout.
  • Boards over 8': Exceed standard UPS limits and cannot ship via regular UPS Ground. We offer free in-store pickup at Rider Shack in Los Angeles, or airport cargo pickup via freight (typically around $200). Please contact us for a personalized freight quote.
  • California Coastal Delivery: We offer delivery to coastal cities from San Diego to San Francisco for a flat fee of $100. Please allow up to 2 weeks for delivery.
  • Free In-Store Pickup: All surfboards are available for free pickup at our Los Angeles store at 13211 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90066.
  • Free Weekly Meet-Ups: We offer free weekly meet-ups for deliveries along the coast from Ventura to Pismo Beach. Meet-up deliveries need to be coordinated with the shop in advance — please contact us to arrange.

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Channel Islands 5'10 Better Everyday Shortboard Surfboard

The Channel Islands 5'10 Better Everyday Shortboard Surfboard is a modern high-performance shape designed to excel in real-world waves. Created by Britt Merrick of Channel Islands Surfboards, the Better Everyday blends the precision of a competition shortboard with the versatility needed for daily surf conditions. Its fuller outline, balanced rocker, and refined rail profile make it fast, responsive, and forgiving—perfect for surfers who want to perform at a high level even when the waves aren’t perfect.

Stock Dimensions

  • Length: 5'10"
  • Width: 19 3/4"
  • Thickness: 2 1/2"
  • Volume: 30.8 liters

Key Features

  • Britt Merrick Design: Engineered for speed, flow, and control across a wide range of surf—from chest-high to well overhead.
  • Balanced Rocker Profile: Offers easy speed generation and smooth drive without sacrificing top-end performance.
  • Fuller Outline: Enhances paddle power, stability, and flow through weaker sections while maintaining precision on rail.
  • Single to Double Concave: Increases lift and maneuverability, allowing for fast, responsive turns.
  • Futures Fin System: Configured for Futures thruster fins for maximum drive and versatility (fins not included).

Why Choose the Better Everyday?

The Channel Islands Better Everyday shortboard is built to be your daily driver—high-performing yet forgiving enough to handle a variety of conditions. It paddles with ease, accelerates quickly, and remains stable through critical turns, making it an excellent choice for surfers progressing their shortboard game or pros seeking a reliable daily performance board. Ideal for waist- to overhead-high waves, it’s responsive, lively, and built to make every surf session better.

Take your surfing to the next level with the Channel Islands 5'10 Better Everyday Shortboard Surfboard—crafted for everyday performance, effortless speed, and precision turns.

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