Being a beginner, I felt it would be easier to learn on a larger paddle board. I felt this board was very stable, even in mild-med chop water on Tampa Bay. I did find it was good at tracking but some effort was needed to turn this big guy. After some practice, I think I'll be able to get my wife to come along & try using this in tandem.
Pros
It's big & stable. I'm a clumsy guy and had no issues staying upright.
Cons
Probably tougher to steer (turns) than a smaller board would be. I think this has plenty of room to modify for fishing.
Usage
Touring / Fishing (in the future)
