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Channel Islands 5'8 Better Everyday Performance Surfboard

SKU: 117939
Sale price $820.00

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Dimensions 5'8 x 19 1/4'' x 2 3/8''
Volume 27.8L
Construction Fiberglass Construction
Fin System FCS II Fins
Fin Setup Thruster Fins
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 5'8 Better Everyday Performance Surfboard

The Channel Islands 5'8 Better Everyday Performance Surfboard is a refined, all-around shortboard designed to perform in everyday conditions while maintaining a high-performance feel. Created by Channel Islands Surfboards, this board blends the speed, responsiveness, and drive you’d expect from a competition shape with the versatility to excel in smaller, less powerful surf. With 27.8 liters of volume, it offers an ideal balance of float and control for intermediate to advanced surfers.

Stock Dimensions

  • Length: 5'8"
  • Width: 19 1/4"
  • Thickness: 2 3/8"
  • Volume: 27.8 liters

Key Features

  • Performance Everyday Design: Built to thrive in waist- to overhead-high surf with quick response and speed generation.
  • Refined Outline: Moderate rocker and clean rails for fluid turns and drive through critical sections.
  • Balanced Volume Distribution: Enough foam under the chest for easy paddling, without sacrificing performance.
  • FCS II Fin System: Compatible with FCS II fins (fins not included) for easy setup changes and superior hold.
  • Premium Construction: Durable, lightweight build offering reliable flex and high responsiveness.

Why Choose the CI Better Everyday?

The Channel Islands Better Everyday is designed for surfers who want a single board that performs across a variety of conditions. It paddles easily, accelerates quickly, and feels lively underfoot. Whether you’re surfing clean point breaks or punchy beach breaks, this board offers the perfect mix of power and forgiveness to elevate your everyday sessions.

Push your surfing further with the Channel Islands 5'8 Better Everyday Performance Surfboard—a reliable, high-performance shortboard built to handle whatever the day brings.

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