I love this board! I had an all around style board for a few years but eventually wanted to upgrade to something that was a better fit for me. The Journey has been a great board, so much so that I purchased a second one last year. It's perfect for day trips and has a front and back tie down for carrying additional equipment. It's also lightweight enough for me to carry and load on my car. I'm only 5' 2" so being able to maneuver the board on and off land was a must. I'd recommend this board for smaller framed paddlers with at least a little experience with paddling, and for those looking for a board that favors speed and efficiency.