Surfboard comparison

Channel Islands CI Mid vs Christenson OP3

Also searched as: CI Mid vs OP3, Channel Islands CI Mid or Christenson OP3, Christenson OP3 vs Channel Islands CI Mid

Channel Islands CI Mid vs Christenson OP3: Channel Islands CI Mid leans drive + release in waist-high to double-overhead+ (soft / mushy to moderate power); Christenson OP3 leans drive + hold in chest-high to double-overhead+ (moderate to punchy power). Compare both on Quivr.

This CI Mid vs OP3 page compares wave size (waist-high to double-overhead+ vs chest-high to double-overhead+), wave power (soft / mushy to moderate vs moderate to punchy), and skill demand using Quivr catalog spectra — the same ranges shown in the app. Quivr catalogs 1,543+ surfboards.

Channel Islands

CI Mid

Midlength

Best for drive + release

4.0 · 1 reviews on Quivr

✦ It offers a smooth ride with the ability to perform flowy.

The CI Mid is a versatile midlength board that excels in shoulder-high to nearly double overhead waves. It offers a smooth ride with the ability to perform flowy, arcing turns with confidence and speed.

Wave size

KneeDouble+

waist-high to double-overhead+

Wave power

MushyHollow

soft / mushy to moderate

Skill

NoviceExpert

beginner-friendly to intermediate skill window

Manufacturer

View on Channel Islands website

YouTube reviews

Search YouTube for Channel Islands CI Mid reviews

VS

Christenson

OP3

Performance shortboard

Best for drive + hold

✦ Drive + hold in chest-high to double-overhead+.

The OP3 is a versatile performance board that excels in a variety of conditions, making it suitable for both beginners and advanced surfers. Its balanced rocker and timeless curves provide a user-friendly experience.

Wave size

KneeDouble+

chest-high to double-overhead+

Wave power

MushyHollow

moderate to punchy

Skill

NoviceExpert

intermediate to advanced skill window

Manufacturer

View on Christenson website

YouTube reviews

Search YouTube for Christenson OP3 reviews