Michel bourez pro model

[Chris]

hey wandi, see below. A little pressed for time so I can't go super deep into it, but have a look.

-How does it compare to your other boards: The Michel what I would call an "all around high performance shortboard." You are riding it waist to overhead and a half, easily. it grovels like a CHAMP, seriously, you will be blown away riding it in small stuff and hooking it meaty stuff. It will likely steal a lot of my Alternator time.
-What waves does it work best: all kinds. Probably dislikes soft slopey waves the most, but you are on it in nearly anything over stomach high as long as there is a little push. Think waist to overhead and a half.
-Where would it sit in your quiver: My quiver has been adjusted after a period of experimentation. I ride a potato, elfuego, alternator, Michel, flexfire. My 510 Michel is good but the rail is too short for my preference. I will be getting a 600 when it comes in. boards are listed in order of surf size from small to big, but will likely bump my Alternator a bit.
-What are the main differences from the Taj pro ( I know MB fell for FW boards from riding a Taj): width and thickness and volume per unit length. Same rocker.
-As well as the best fin setup: varies from person to person, but all MB models will come in Futures as he is a team rider.
-Also can you order one with a spray: we don't currently offer custom spray jobs. we encourage folks to do that post purchase.

Cheers and hope thuds helps.

[prjwebb]

I was going to say how do you find riding a 5'10" x 18.5" shortboard Chris? I can barely get my head around that... The 6'0" x 18.75" sounds perfect for an everyday board for me, but with the thickness @ 2.57" my chicken legs wouldn't have a chance of loading it up!
Looks like the MB has a springer also? Could be worth adding that to the spec section on the main site.

[dawnbuster]

Hi nev,or anyone in FireWire land.Would like to know the dimensions of the mb.That is nose,tail and centre of buoyancy.As yet the specs are not on the board formula page.I realize you guys have been flat out but would really appreciate the info on that board.Thanks

[Chris]

hey dawn,
because its a new model, i don't have all those specs yet. our CAD team is putting together a new spec sheet, but until I get that, I can't get that data to you. Just have t one patient for the time being.

thanks

[aurfalien]

Not sure if its been covered so apologies for the repeat q (r we there yet r we there yet... ). Is the MB avail in SoCal yet?

[prjwebb]

I think March/April/May was the estimated release time world wide.

[MeanGreen]

hey dawn,
because its a new model, i don't have all those specs yet. our CAD team is putting together a new spec sheet, but until I get that, I can't get that data to you. Just have t one patient for the time being.

thanks

Hey Chris, Saw the new MB dims. So stoked! The 6'0 at 2 3/8" is going to be money! Can't wait until the Spring when these are available.

[spjones123]

Would an Alternator be a better board for a low intermediate than the MB because of the rocker difference? Need something for +5ft. If the MB has the same aggressive rocker as the Taj I'm thinking the more user friendly Alternator is the right call for a hack?

[prjwebb]

The Alternator is going to be a more forgiving board, but I don't think the MB will be a difficult board to ride by any means. Sounds like its going to be a really good all rounder!

[core personal training]

you can split the difference with a flexfire...that is what you would call a "stock" shortboard...but the MB is looking good..!!...and the hellrazor...and...