Rawson Surfboards HC+ Model vs Rawson Surfboards SK8+ Model

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Both boards come from Rawson Surfboards: the HC+ Model is a shortboard and the SK8+ Model is a shortboard. Documented lengths run 6' 0"–7' 0" for the HC+ Model and 5' 8"–7' 0" for the SK8+ Model.

HC+ Model by Rawson Surfboards

HC+ Model

Rawson Surfboards

Shortboard

Shortboard

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HC+ Model: This high performance Rawson specialty model was formally known as the Hyper-Classic model, and is one of my longest running Rawson step-up models I offer. The HC+ is a semi-gun design originally “spawned” on the North Shore and is intended for good surf and traveling surfers everywhere. Whether you’re riding Back Door, Teahupoo, Mentawais or other exotic destinations, this model is designed to be the mos

Wave power

Hollow / powerful

Skill

Expert

Length
6' 0"–7' 0"
Width
18.37"–19 1/2"
Thickness
2.37"–2.87"
SK8+ Model by Rawson Surfboards

SK8+ Model

Rawson Surfboards

Shortboard

Shortboard

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The SK8+ Model: The performance series Rawson SK8+ is a modified offspring of the long-enduring Rawson Hyper-Skate Model. Combining a slightly wider nose, with a lower and more efficient nose rocker, and a slight concave bottom contour to double concaves in the tail, along with a thinner, boxy California styled rail with good tail edges, gives this short board model characteristics to be skatey and loose in powerles

Wave size

Knee → Waist-high

Length
5' 8"–7' 0"
Width
18.37"–20 3/4"
Thickness
2.18"–3"

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 Rawson Surfboards HC+ Model and the Rawson Surfboards SK8+ Model?

The Rawson Surfboards HC+ Model is a shortboard and the Rawson Surfboards SK8+ Model is a shortboard.

How do surfers rate the HC+ Model and the SK8+ Model?

The HC+ Model has no reviews yet, and the SK8+ Model has no reviews yet.

Should I buy the HC+ Model or the SK8+ Model?

Choose on the waves you surf most and the size that suits your weight. The HC+ Model is a shortboard and the SK8+ Model is a shortboard; each model page lists its documented stock sizes and reviews from surfers who ride it.

Are the HC+ Model and SK8+ Model made by the same shaper?

Yes. Both are Rawson Surfboards models.

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