About Channel Islands 6'0 The Solution Shortboard Surfboard
Channel Islands The Solution 6'0" — High-Performance Grovel Shortboard
The Channel Islands The Solution 6'0" is a high-performance grovel shortboard designed to bring speed,
flow, and responsiveness to everyday conditions. With a slightly fuller outline and added volume, this board makes weak or
average surf feel more alive—helping you generate speed effortlessly while still allowing for sharp, controlled turns.
Built for surfers who want to maximize wave count without sacrificing performance, The Solution blends paddle power with a responsive
shortboard feel, making it a go-to option for daily conditions.
Stock Dimensions & Specs
Model: The Solution
Brand: Channel Islands
Length: 6'0"
Width: 20 7/8"
Thickness: 2 13/16"
Volume: 37.6 Liters
Construction: Poly
Fin System: Futures
Fin Setup: Tri/Quad (5-fin)
Fins Included: No
Condition: New
Item #: 118679
How It Surfs
The Solution is tuned for speed and flow in smaller surf. The added foam under the chest improves paddling and early entry, while the
refined rails and rocker keep the board responsive when transitioning rail to rail. It’s fast, lively, and built to keep momentum in
weaker waves.
Paddle Power: Strong for a shortboard
Speed: Fast in small to average surf
Turning: Quick, snappy, and responsive
Versatility: Ride as a thruster or quad depending on conditions
Ideal Conditions & Skill Level
Wave Range: Knee-high to head-high
Best Conditions: Small, weak, or mushy waves
Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced surfers
Fin Setup Recommendations
The Futures 5-fin setup allows you to customize your ride:
Thruster: Better control and tighter turning arcs
Quad: More speed and drive in softer conditions
Why Choose RiderShack?
Buying from Rider Shack supports a small, family-owned core surf shop operated by surfers who are passionate about sharing
the love of surfing and the ocean. Every board is carefully selected so you can surf with confidence.
Upgrade Your Everyday Board
If you’re looking for a groveler that delivers real performance, the Channel Islands The Solution 6'0" is built to keep you
moving, turning, and progressing—even when the waves aren’t perfect.
Channel Islands 6'0 The Solution Shortboard Surfboard brief info
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