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Surfski speed vs stability

   This is a really good article that clearly defines the issues... https://www.gosurfski.com/post/five-myths-about-stable-surfskis?fbclid=IwAR0eLjtjoX3YU9NBfIU_3YZz4Uvx5SartsRIdVWZaUNKKjCt_pRBVvDuD3E I started in a Futura sport but within a few months bought a second boat an Epic v10L gen 1 for speed.  I understand the argument probably more than most.  In some of my first gulf races, hydrodynamically slower boats were doing better than me.  A good Epic butt pad and back wedge fixed my stability issues.  The Epic seat is too sloped and promotes slumping and sliding.  After I added these, I didn't have issues.  The problem I have experienced is buckets that are made for much wider guys than me yet the boat is perfect for me.  Check out this article.