Easter Downwind, Wellington, New Zealand

[@jeffschaller6580]

Hi David. Enjoy your videos. Currently paddling a Swordfish but giving thought to a Boost or Zest. Have you paddled both?. Your opinion?... Regards Jeff. Durban. South Africa

[@DavidMorrison]

Hi Jeff, I don't have the experience of the swordy to answer but two folks do: 1. Robin Mosley compares the Swordy and Zest here: www.surfski.info/forum/19-boats/20241-carbonology-zest-x.html#39058 2. And from my paddling buddy Ross here in NZ "Having owned all three... they are different boats, and it depends on what the person that asked the question is looking for, and why they are looking to change. If they find the swordy too unstable, then the zest most likely isn't for them. If they are happy paddling a swordy, but find the seat uncomfortable, then both boats would be suitable, with the boost more suited to the bigger conditions. If they are a big paddler, then the Zest, as long as they are an intermediate paddler. If they are looking for a faster boat, then I suggest neither is what they are looking for, caveated that you will always paddle a slower boat faster if you can put full power into each stroke over a fast boat that the paddler is struggling to keep upright. The swordy was my most regretful sale. Best advice. Get a boat you can sit in comfortably for 2+ hours and balance in. Having a too unstable boat will wreck any technique you have built up in a more stable boat, and most likely wreck your shoulders in the process."

[@jeffschaller6580]

@@DavidMorrison thanks so much. Comfortable in the Swordy, but looking for stability in bigger rough conditions. Will test a Boost. Thanks for your help.. Keep the vids coming. Regards Jeff