The Channel Islands Girabbit is a high-performance shortboard designed for vertical, rail-to-rail surfing, developed with Jordy Smith. It features a substantial amount of rocker in the nose and a full rail, making it a good paddler. The wider tail offers more glide and requires less effort to maintain speed, allowing for a wider variety of maneuvers. Its single concave contributes to its drive. The board excels in good to pumping waves and is suitable for intermediate to advanced surfers. Key features include a lot of tail flick for quick turns and a full rail that provides extra beef for heavier surfers while remaining accessible to average riders. Pros include its performance in good waves, paddleability, and versatility in maneuvers. A potential con, mentioned by one reviewer, is that it might not perform optimally in less-than-ideal, gruff conditions, and its full rail might be less suited for lighter surfers seeking extreme looseness.