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Both boards come from Chris Christenson: the OP3 is a shortboard and the OP4 is a shortboard. Documented stock sizes run 21.72 L–37.2 L for the OP3 and 21.49 L–38.59 L for the OP4.
The OP3 is a high-performance swallow tail designed for stomach to DOH surf. The most versatile and user-friendly model in the OP series, it's favored by pros, amateurs, and novices alike.
Features
Consistent plan shape with timeless curves
Balanced rocker suited for a variety of conditions
Recommended 0–1" shorter than your height
Board bag friendly
The OP4 is a high-performance round tail built for quality surf when a full step-up isn't required. Its continual curve in both rocker and plan shape delivers confidence on late drops, control at high speeds, and precision through critical sections. Recommended at 1–2 inches taller than your height, this is a staple for the experienced surfer's quiver—not suited for novices.
Features
Continual rocker curve for late
What is the difference between the Chris Christenson OP3 and the Chris Christenson OP4?
The Chris Christenson OP3 is a shortboard and the Chris Christenson OP4 is a shortboard.
Which has more volume, the OP3 or the OP4?
Documented stock sizes run 21.72 L–37.2 L for the OP3 and 21.49 L–38.59 L for the OP4. Their documented volumes are close, so pick on the size that matches your weight.
How do surfers rate the OP3 and the OP4?
The OP3 has no reviews yet, and the OP4 has no reviews yet.
Should I buy the OP3 or the OP4?
Choose on the waves you surf most and the size that suits your weight. The OP3 is a shortboard and the OP4 is a shortboard; each model page lists its documented stock sizes and reviews from surfers who ride it.
