For anyone grappling with a board problem for the BIG race - I may have your solution.
The Shinn Capri GT.
Awesome little lightweight fun speed board.
Not what you would call a serious race board but it is soooo fast and OhSo comfortable it may just give you that edge ur looking for.

If ur interested give me a call - I'll give an extended loan for a week to dial it in before the BIG day.