hi mate
both boards would be suitable for what you want, haven't tried either, but i have only heard good things about the drive, will be fine for your weight, just demo them if you can and see what you like

Jarryd

Hi. I have a 2011 Drive but was in Maui recently and used a friend's Drive for a week in the surf. I weigh 61 kg. As and all around board it is pretty good. In the flat water take off the side fins. In the surf it is ok for a beginner. However, as soon as you want to start moving around on the wave it takes a lot more skill to get it to come back up the wave. After the week of using it I bought an Element. The paddling on flat water is very close to the Drive but it surfs much better. When you step back on the tail it transforms into a very different board and is fun and alive under your feet. There is more information by a couple of owners if you google Starboard Drive reviews or do it for the Element. I have not seen or tried the other board you mention.

John

Thanks guys for your responce,
appriciate it.
charlotte