Why You Really Need a Cheater Board
If you're tired of missing waves and watching everyone else have a blast, it might be time to swallow your pride and look into a cheater board. I know, the name sounds a bit like a jab, but honestly, it's one of those labels that actually signifies a smarter way to surf. For years, I was that guy trying to force a high-performance shortboard into two-foot, mushy summer surf. I'd paddle until my lungs burned, miss the section, and then sit out the back feeling grumpy. Then, I finally caved and bought something with a bit more volume, and it changed everything. ...