When you want a shape that will perform in subpar conditions in the line up as well excel in good days at your home break the Aku Bird is the go to board. Shorter, wider outline with a forward wide point equates to maximum padding power- then add lower nose entry with a mild single concave through out the bottom rocker leading into mild tail rocker curve starting in front of the fins for on point responsiveness. Everyone that has ridden this shape has a Aku Bird in there quiver now it’s a great shape to keep the stoke in the line up in any conditions.