The Channel Islands Big Happy is designed as a performance shortboard for surfers seeking more paddle power and stability without sacrificing maneuverability. It caters to an aging demographic or those who have enjoyed CI boards for years but need a bit more foam, without wanting to transition to a mid-length or longboard. The board excels in a variety of conditions, particularly when surfers need to generate their own speed and pump through flatter sections. Its outline maintains a shortboard feel, while the bottom contour features a single concave entry transitioning to a double concave in the tail, a design known for speed generation. Key features include a refined outline and a bottom design that prioritizes speed. The Big Happy is not recommended for surfers looking for a purely cruisy ride; it requires active surfing. Pros include its ability to keep surfers in the shortboard realm while offering increased paddle ease and stability. Cons might be that it's not ideal for pure cruising and requires a more engaged surfing style. Sizing recommendations suggest going slightly longer than a standard shortboard, with larger surfers potentially opting for the 6'8" to 6'10" range. The board is available in PU and an ECT (Eco Carbon Tech) construction, which offers a livelier feel and dampens surface chatter.