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Channel Islands

Channel Islands - G-SKATE

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Updated 4.11.24

In this episode, Noel shares more about the CI "G-Skate." You won't want to miss the extra clips from Noel and former professional surfer Magnum Martinez. Find out what he likes about the G-Skate and what waves they put this surfboard in. Barrell surfing and rail surfing were not even a challenge when it came to pushing this board in overhead waves in Puerto Rico. Magnum calls this surfboard a "fun board that paddles well." Noel shares what makes a better groveler or daily driver -- the "G-Skate" or the "Bobby Quad?" Find out by watching the full episode.


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Noel's Height 5'9" & Weight 172 lb
Custom: XTR10 5'3" x 19 x 2 5/16 (26.08L)
Stock PU/Poly 5'4" x 19 x 2 3/8 (27.2L)

Magnum's Height 5'6" & Weight 125 lb
Custom PU/Poly: 5'1" x 18 1/2. x 2 1/4 (23.92L)
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In this episode, Noel Salas meets up with the Gudauskas brothers to review the new G-Skate by Channel Islands Surfboards. Tanner describes his surfboard as a stock 5'6". He said they collaborated to make a great surfboard for small California waves, but found it totally performs in Hawaii during large swells. They want surfers to be able to modify the board with the right fins and the right wave conditions, so they can have the most fun and success with this surfboard. Tanner rides the G-Skate as a thruster, while Pat loves to ride it as a Twin + Trailer for a little more speed and control. The target range for this board is waist- to head-high plus, the board fits well in barrels and can be used as a daily driver. The Gudauskas brothers give tips on how to order the dims on the G-Skate. Enjoy!

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Noel's Height 5'9" (175.26cm) Weight 170lbs (77.11kg)
Board Size: Stock (PU/Poly) 5'4" x 19 x 2 3/8 (27.2L)

Dane's Height 6'0" (182.88cm) Weight 180lbs (81.64kg)
Board Size: Stock (PU/Poly) 5'6" x 19 1/4 x 2 7/16 (29.1L)

Tanner's Height 5'11" (180.34cm) Weight 175lbs (79.37kg)
Board Size: Stock (PU/Poly) 5'6" x 19 1/4 x 2 7/16 (29.1L)

Pat's Height (5'11" (180.34cm) Weight 168lbs (76.20kg)
Board Size: Stock (PU/Poly) 5'6" x 19 1/4 x 2 7/16 (29.1L)

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