Surfboard Review - Channel Islands Midlength - The Regular Guy S02E05
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- čas přidán 12. 01. 2021
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On Episode 5 of Season 2, I feature the Channel Islands Mid. This board was the curve ball for the season coming at 7’6”, where most of the boards were short twin fins. However, it did meet the brief, which was boards that make summer waves fun. At over 50 liters of volume it paddled and caught waves like a dream, but I was amazed at how high the performance curve was. Mid are very in focus right now and with this board it is not hard to see why.
Model: MidLength
7’6 x 21 2/4 x 2 5/8
Volume: 51.8L
Fins: My first session was on the supplied CI 2x1 fins, with a 6cm Central fin (Made locally by Maisch) and my second session I used the Scarfini Bamboo 2x1 Set with a 7.5 Central Fin.
Accommodation was on the Point at Vic Bay with a 1 minute walk to the channel and a view of the point. We also stayed OuterPool, Mossel Bay, with walking distance to the paddle out for Outers and Inner Pool. I highly recommend booking if you want easy access to great, consistent waves and very low crowds.
Sea Cottage, Victoria Bay E: srevs@hotmail.com
Point Village Rentals, Mossel Bay E: reservations@pointvillage.co.za
Season 2 Surfboards: Mat Surfboards, Vudu Surfboards, Natural Curve, Dutchie Surf Designs, Channel Islands, Ferral Surfboards
Massive thank you to my sponsors!
Rosebank Brewery, Seadog Cold Brew Coffee, Ion Wetsuits, Scarfini Fins, Nixon, Sharkbanz
Video: Ian Thurtell & Jonty Andrews
Edit: Captain Kai - Sport
Perfect review of this type of board. Thanks!
What a timely video... Just got a new board and with a similar leash loop arrangement. Looks a bit loose, time for me to change it out!
Your guy did a fantastic job on the repair and it was great to you you ride it in better waves. Thanks for posting.
Wasn't put in right in first place. Not even in line
That board looks so sweet. I like the orange tint best too. My local shop only has 2 black ones. haha Afraid to look too much like a seal.
Ya not sure on black, I have ordered a charcoal though haaha
Board looks insane. Fast and smooth yet maneuverable. Nice surfing!
Right all round! Thanks
Nice one Kai! I enjoyed that
Shot Sam
Damn! Guy can surf and moves well for a big buddy.
Board looked so good under your feet - flying !!! Be interested to see how that goes in good, solid J Bay
I cant wait to surf it at Jbay
U surf really well on that 7,6 ,regular guy and also on the rocketwide.after comparing you on these 2 boards versus the other brands I just think there is something really special about channel islands.
I could see the drive you were getting on the mid length and fairly easy off the top as well and the rocketwide 6,4 looked very responsive under your feet as well.
Keep up the reviews.
Thanks man. Ya I guess with so much experience and also the team they have worked with over so many years, CI have got a winning formula.
Nice Kai! big fan of the mids, suits your style well man. I've got one from Mat and it goes like a dream :)
Lukka thanks
Sweet!
Awesome
I love my mid-length! It's not CI but who doesn't love fun boards. I think this may be my next mid-length!
Well worth a try :)
Yep, fun being the idea. Mids all the way these days esp with the crowds
Big guy rips 😯
Thanks man
Great review Kai, love this board, 52L for a 7”6 is low, I’ve been enjoying my Seaside & Beyond 7”2 mid length and it turns really well at 75L, obviously also catch plenty of waves with that float. Keep them coming bru, enjoy your clips
Shot. The 52L is a little low but still paddles great and very performance high.
Seaside and beyond 7'4 is only 49l ...with are you talking about?
That big reo you did was sick!
Appreciate it
Great review. Been looking at one myself recently and at 6’5 and 220lbs think the 7’6 would be the one I’d go for
Def a great call 🤙
Also look out for my new season starting Thursday with 6 Mids. The CI in epoxy…
6’2, 200lbs. Do you recon the ci mid twin in a 7’0 or 7’3? 🙏🏼
When you lost your board, did the knot of the leash string get pulled through the hole or did it just untangle?
I have a standard FCS leash string with a double knot at the end that I wanted to use, but after watching your review I'm afraid it may pull through so just wanted to check what you ended up with
Hey, it was straight through with a double knot. But we figured out there as an issue with the glassing around the leash loop, which has been sorted.
how would you compare this to the Chilli mid?
I have the 6 8 mid . Goes well when the waves are lined up but doesnt really like bowly beach breaks, have to jump on somethin else. But its a sweet ride for all that.
Ya most mids will struggle a little in the bowls, I normally head for the stumpy twin then.
I had a leash go thru the whole once on a mid length. Long swim in for me.
Ya got to make sure that knot proper haha
My god its beautiful
She sure is.
I am 5' 10" and 230lbs would this board in the same size and config fit me well?
Hi Kaleb, sorry for delay. I would say you would prob go one size down to the 7'4
Hey man. Super chilled style love it. If you don’t mind me asking what height and weight are you on this size board? I’m looking into getting one after 13 years away from surfing. I’m 6ft4 and around 210 pounds and I was thinking the 7ft. From your experience do you think it’s a good shout?
Thanks 🤙🤙
Ahoy I am 44, 5’11 and 112kg
Sick! What is the song at 7:30 by the way?
Off the free youtube library
What are your thoughts on the CI Mid vs the Chilli Mid Strength in the larger 7'6" size for 2-4 beach break
surf?
The chilli is great for smaller surf, as very good for turns especially in the quad setup. All round I like the CI best though.
@@TheRegularGuyReview thanks for responding that's fantastic. What is it about the CI that you put it in number one position. By the way I am 65 and about 88kgs. I was a very good surfer when I was younger but I have slowed down, my pop up is slower so need that extra second and I am not as flexible etc.
Hey bud, thanks for this video. I’m really digging CI mid and toying between getting a 7.0 or 6.10. Wdyt? I’m 178cm (5ft10) and 75kg. I’ve been surfing for 2 years and wouldn’t consider myself too advance but I was surfing a 6.8 hybrid fish 45L before and can catch waves and go down the line. Lemme know what you think
Ahoy, personally I think you should always go a little longer in the mid. Offers you just a bit more paddle and glide and that’s why you getting the mid. So don’t be scared to go 7’ - hope it helps and thanks for the feedback.
@@TheRegularGuyReview perfect man thank you for the reply... I have a mini Mal 8.0 and something like a pyzel crisis also an 8.0 so was looking at something more mid length... 7.0 seems like the sweet spot as it is around the same liters as my 6.8. But I was thinking the 6.10 with it following the rough rule on having a midlength 12 inches longer. What fin size do you have or recommend for 2+1?
@@TheRegularGuyReview thank you for this buddy. I’m looking to get the 7 then. What fin size would u use for the side and middle? Would you recommend the CI fins?
I enjoyed your review on the CI Mid. That board you were riding is a 7'-6", Just out of curiosity, what is your height? I am 6'-5" and am looking at the 7'-10" length.
I would def go longer - I am 5’11. Thanks for the positive
The Regular Guy you surfed the 7’6 well man...
I’m thinking of getting one, do you still like it?
I’m 6’1 and 81.6 kg (180 lbs).
I’m thinking the 7’6 is the right size,
Thanks!
Awesome videos.
@@GlenGGonsalves I think you could maybe go down one to 7’4… I also surf the epoxy version in my new season which starts Thursday. I love the CI Mid, but I test 5 other mids this coming season.
Nice vid kai! I am 6' 5" and weigh 94 kgs, and am looking for exactly the same dims to surf gutless northsea slop or stormy surf. It seems to handle chop quite well in your footage
Hi you riding a 7.ft 6 what weight are you. I’m 90k I’m looking at a 7.10. I’m 62 above average surfer. Surfing since 73.Transitioning from a longboards that I’ve been riding since 1988. Whats your thoughts. Thanks Clive
Hey Clive, I weigh 110kg so I think you would be absolutely fine on the 7’6. The 7’10 will be easy for you coming off longboards, but I reckon the 7’6 will be more performance for you. Lukka
Thoughts on sizing for a 6'5 95kg guy?
I would go same as me, the 7’6
Hi man. Great vidéos.
I m intermediate 37 years old. 1m80 90 kg.. I surfed shortboard when i was young and now i have a longboard perf and a log.
Looking for more performance board for hollow and good wave. I m hesitating between the 7 2 and 7 6. (7 4 isnt available in France)
Tell me what you think. Please.
And thanks again for your channel
Thanks bud, I would say if you feeling strong paddling these days then the 7’2, but if you not feeling to fit I would go the 7’6. I ride the 7’6, though I am heavier, but I am very fit. It is still very high performance.
@@TheRegularGuyReview i m pretty fit too...
And thanks for your answer man
Awesome footage with great surfing! Can’t go wrong with more volume with modern surfboards. You’re gonna have a blast at J-Bay. CI Mid Is a perfect cruisy board for point breaks! Subscribed and Hi from NY🤙🏼
Thanks man, appreciate it - absolutely can't wait to surf Jbay on it.
Man rips
Fun and easy to paddle?is it a “wave catcher”??
Very much so, but like I say, don’t go under volume on your mid. Should be around 10L more than your shortboard.
"The knot and all pulled through the hole" is that even possible? Was the knot/rope bigger than the hole? If so, how did it get through a hole smaller than it? What kinda of ripe is that?
Not sure but once we double knotted it, no more problems.
Poor quality craftsmanship. That leash loop hole wasn't even sat central in first place.
@@sixfootplus seems to be the case now and days just had a brand new local shaped single fin with a canted af box had to sell it because it was pissing me off
They didn’t send me a set of fins with mine, for a £160 more I could have had a set!
The fins definitely feel very good but I am trying some other combos.
First man: Great review, I really like your channel! it seems quite the right board for me, 177 cm. 75 kg, would call myself an early intermediate, been surfing for 5 years but not on a regular basis, unfortunately, landlocked, normally I´m on a longboard, but I really would like to try to go shorter, just to have more maneuverability and most of all, a 9.6 footer on a beach break is sometimes really a pain in the ass. if it gets a little bigger, there is a point when the turtle roll doesn´t work anymore with all the volume in my grip. I surf beach breaks most of the time - so I wonder if it is possible to duck dive the CIM? Thanks. David
Hey thanks for the comments - I can duck five the CI and have surfed it well overhead in the 6-8ft range. It’s a fantastic all rounder and will definitely be better suited for beach break than a longboard.
Man, you surf great for a chunkster :) You were probably truly red-hot when you were younger and more fit. However, great board review! Truly appreciate your insights.
Haha thanks mate. The joys of being in your 40’s.
I reckon ion make the best suits can get more than 1 season out of them
Definitely long lasting and warm.