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Channel Islands 6'1 Better Everyday Shortboard Surfboard

SKU: 117925
Sale price $840.00

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Dimensions 6'1 x 20 1/2'' x 2 5/8''
Volume 35L
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 6'1 Better Everyday Shortboard Surfboard

The Channel Islands 6'1 Better Everyday Shortboard Surfboard is a high-performance all-rounder designed to deliver speed, control, and precision in a wide range of everyday surf conditions. Created by Britt Merrick and the Channel Islands design team, this board takes the DNA of the CI Pro series and makes it more forgiving, user-friendly, and accessible for daily use. With its balanced rocker, wider outline, and fuller rails, the Better Everyday generates easy speed while maintaining the responsive feel of a true performance shortboard.

Stock Dimensions

  • Length: 6'1"
  • Width: 20 1/2"
  • Thickness: 2 5/8"
  • Volume: 35 liters

Key Features

  • Britt Merrick Design: Developed to perform in a variety of conditions, combining power, drive, and everyday usability.
  • Balanced Rocker Profile: Provides speed in softer surf while maintaining control in steeper, more powerful waves.
  • Fuller Nose & Tail: Improves paddling efficiency and helps maintain momentum through slower sections.
  • Refined Rails & Concaves: Enhance responsiveness and flow for smooth transitions and high-performance turns.
  • Futures Fin System: Set up for Futures thruster fins for optimal control and versatility (fins not included).

Why Choose the Better Everyday?

The Channel Islands Better Everyday shortboard lives up to its name—it’s designed to perform at a high level in average surf, making it your go-to board for everyday sessions. The additional width and volume give it a forgiving feel that paddles easily and handles less-than-perfect conditions, while the refined bottom contours ensure it still rips when the waves get good. Ideal for surfers looking for a blend of performance and reliability, this board shines from waist-high to overhead surf.

Make every surf session count with the Channel Islands 6'1 Better Everyday Shortboard Surfboard—crafted for speed, control, and all-around performance in real-world waves.

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