the blend will have more glide in the flat water. But the whopper will be better for surf long term. i have one, it rocks...well doesn't really so wide :)

Just got a Whopper for my summer board and I love it. I paddle flat water on it too and its a bit slow but still feels great however, being so wide you can just relax and paddle. Anyway we all say we will do flatwater and surf, but once you find your feet you want to surf as much as possible and unless your racing you just want to feel comfortable paddling. Put a 7" or 8" fin in the centre for surfing and it turns really well. You have to surf it like a mal and use your feet alot but its lots of fun. Also 10' is a bit easier to transport and store than 11'2".

I agree the Drive surfs really well & still paddles ok on the flat I think its a better chioce TB

jasdeking said...

other option is the drive its a nice board too and sits in the middle at 10'5

towball said...

I agree the Drive surfs really well & still paddles ok on the flat I think its a better chioce TB

jasdeking said...

other option is the drive its a nice board too and sits in the middle at 10'5

I'd choose the Drive over the Whopper on surfing alone.

The Drive any day. Its a pefect all rounder.

I have an 11'2 " Blend and a 9' 2" PSA wide ripper. The Blend is a great board for learning , cruising along the beach or up a river.
It is also a great board for waves once you get better, you really need to use the paddle and actively walk the board to get the best out of it.
You should also consider the drive instead of the Whopper (too wide) . You can't go wrong either way.