Chris Christenson Crotalus vs Chris Christenson Lane Splitter

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Both boards come from Chris Christenson: the Crotalus is a shortboard and the Lane Splitter is a shortboard. Documented stock sizes run 25.3 L–39 L for the Crotalus and 25.4 L–37.83 L for the Lane Splitter.

Crotalus by Chris Christenson

Crotalus

Chris Christenson

Shortboard

Shortboard

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The Crotalus is a versatile San Diego shortboard built for conditions ranging from 2-foot surf to double overhead. It flies down the line, holds big carves, and makes sections easily without needing to be worked hard—bridging the gap between a high-performance shortboard and an alternative design. Features Loose, skate-like feel with high speed Handles a wide range of wave sizes (2 ft to 2 ft overhead) Drives down t

Wave size

Overhead → Double-overhead+

Length
5' 4"–6' 3"
Width
18 5/8"–21 1/2"
Thickness
2 7/16"–2 13/16"
Volume
25.3 L–39 L
Lane Splitter by Chris Christenson

Lane Splitter

Chris Christenson

Shortboard

Shortboard

No reviews yet

A full-throttle twin fin designed to push the limits. Proven across high-tide mush and draining reefs, it works equally well as a travel companion for riders of any level. Features Twin fin Recommended 2–4" shorter than your height Squash tail (swallow tail available)

Skill

Beginner → Expert

Length
5' 3"–6' 2"
Width
19 1/4"–20 1/2"
Thickness
2 5/16"–2 3/4"
Volume
25.4 L–37.83 L

Size ranges describe each model's documented stock sizes, not a specific board. Compare every spec side by side.

Quick answers

What is the difference between the Chris Christenson Crotalus and the Chris Christenson Lane Splitter?

The Chris Christenson Crotalus is a shortboard and the Chris Christenson Lane Splitter is a shortboard.

Which has more volume, the Crotalus or the Lane Splitter?

Documented stock sizes run 25.3 L–39 L for the Crotalus and 25.4 L–37.83 L for the Lane Splitter. Their documented volumes are close, so pick on the size that matches your weight.

How do surfers rate the Crotalus and the Lane Splitter?

The Crotalus has no reviews yet, and the Lane Splitter has no reviews yet.

Should I buy the Crotalus or the Lane Splitter?

Choose on the waves you surf most and the size that suits your weight. The Crotalus is a shortboard and the Lane Splitter is a shortboard; each model page lists its documented stock sizes and reviews from surfers who ride it.

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