Which Board Wins Summer 2024?

Comparing 3 standouts: Pyzel’s White Tiger, Lost’s Party Platter, and Channel Islands’ Dumpster Diver 2.

In an expanding world of performance groveling, the goal has always been to bridge the gap between catching the slop and chopping the slop into pieces. In this comparison, we’ll explore three models that make the mid-July 2ft paddle battle all worth it: Lost's new Party Platter, Pyzel’s current small-pulse mainstay, The White Tiger, and Channel Islands’ revamped Dumpster Diver 2. One of these boards are sure to tickle your summertime pickle.

1. Party Platter

The Party Platter by Lost Surfboards is a small-wave machine that’s all about fun and flow while still offering enough performance for aggressive surfing. The board has a fuller body and the widest nose of the bunch, giving it exceptional paddle power and glide which prove looks only matter sometimes. The flat entry rocker and deep single concave deliver speed and carry through on weaker waves, while the pulled-in tail and quad fin setup allow for quick, tight turns. The Party Platter took every inch of blank it could, team Biolos maximizing its surface area making it perfect for the smallest of surf, especially when the waves are weak and crumbly.

Best For: Intermediate surfers seeking a blend of performance and fun in weaker waves.

Beginners go big

Dimensions

4’10v	19.75	2.27	25.50
4’11	20.00	2.30	26.75
5’0	20.25	2.34	28.00
5’1	20.50	2.36	29.00
5’2	20.75	2.42	30.50
5’3	21.00	2.45	31.75
5’4	21.25	2.50	33.25
5’5	21.50	2.54	34.75
5’6	21.75	2.56	36.00
5’7	22.00	2.60	37.50
5’8	22.25	2.65	39.25
5’9	22.50	2.66	40.50
5’10	22.75	2.70	42.25
5’11	22.88	2.75	44.00
6’0	23.00	2.80	45.50
6’1	23.13	2.85	47.25
6’2	23.25	2.88	48.75

2. Pyzel Surfboards - White Tiger

The White Tiger from Pyzel is a versatile high-performance shortboard designed to thrive in a wide range of conditions. This cool cat is more merman, a fish-like front half that transitions down to a more new school squash tail, making it more forgiving while still delivering high-speed performance. The board has a mellow rocker, with a single-to-double concave that transitions to a nice vee set within the double concave for easy rail transitions and drive through turns. The White Tiger is aimed at surfers who want one board that works well in anything from small beach breaks to punchy reef setups.

Best For: Advanced surfers looking for a performance shortboard with extra versatility.

Beginners go big

Dimensions

5'0"	18 3/4"	2 1/4"	24.00L
5'2"	19"	2 5/16"	25.50L
5'3"	19 1/8"	2 3/8"	26.90L
5'4"	19 1/4"	2 7/16"	28.20L
5'5"	19 3/8"	2 1/2"	29.50L
5'6"	19 1/2"	2 1/2"	30.10L
5'7"	19 3/4"	2 9/16"	31.70L
5'8"	20"	2 5/8"	33.50L
5'10"	20 3/8"	2 11/16"	35.90L
5'11"	20 1/2"	2 3/4"	37.50L
6'0"	20 3/4"	2 3/4"	38.40L
6'2"	21"	2 13/16"	40.90L
6'4"	21 1/2"	2 7/8"	44.10L
6'6"	21 3/4"	3"	47.90L
6'8"	22"	3 1/16"	50.40L

3. Channel Islands Surfboards - Dumpster Diver 2

If you met a genie would you wish to surf like Dane Reynolds before or after wishing for a chance to see ol' pee-paw again? Either way the Dumpster Diver 2 will bring you close to some kind of out of body experience. It's an updated version of the original Dumpster Diver, a popular small-wave performance board that dominated markets back when Pee-Paw was still running bingo tables in Arizona. It maintains the original’s fast, skatey feel but with added refinements for more control and precision. The Dumpster Diver 2 has a low entry rocker, a wide point pushed forward, and a short, stubby outline, making it perfect for generating speed in small waves. The tail is slightly more refined than the original, allowing for tighter turns and better release in critical sections.

**Best For:** Advanced surfers who want a small-wave board that still handles fast, critical maneuvers.

Beginners transitioning down from longboards should consider a shorter wider custom

rather than a longer narrower stock version of this model

Dimensions

Length	Width	Thickness	Volume
5’4	18 7/8	2 3/16	24.1L
5’5	19	2 1/4	25.3L
5’6	19 1/8	2 5/16	26.5L
5’7	19 1/4	2 3/8	27.8L
5’8	19 1/2	2 7/16	29.3L
5’9	19 3/4	2 1/2	30.8L
5’10	20	2 9/16	32.4L
5'11	20 1/4	2 5/8	34.0L
6’0	20 1/2	2 11/16	35.7L
6’1	20 5/8	2 3/4	37.2L
6’2	20 3/4	2 7/8	39.6L
6’3	20 7/8	2 7/8	40.4L
6’4	21 1/8	3	43.1L

### Summary and Comparison

Surfboards	Key Strengths	Dims At Same Length	Ideal Conditions	Target Skill Level
Lost Party Platter	Paddling, speed in small waves, fun factor	5'6" x 21.75 x 2.56 - 36L	Small to waist-high waves	Beginner - Adv
Pyzel White Tiger	Versatility, speed, control in varied waves	5'6" x 19.5 x 2.5 - 30.5L	Small to waist-high waves	Beginner - Adv
C.I. Dumpster Diver 2	Speed generation, tight turns, small-wave performance	5'6" x 19.13 x 2.31 - 26.5L	Small to waist-high waves	Intermediate - Adv

Final Thoughts

These boards cater to surfers who want the best of both worlds: high performance and small-wave fun. The Lost Party Platter is an excellent choice for those looking for speed freedom when the waves are absolutely lacking. The Pyzel White Tiger is versatile enough to handle a range of conditions, making it a great choice for those who want a high-performance shortboard that works great in a very wide range of wave types. Lastly, the Channel Islands Dumpster Diver 2 is perfect for advanced surfers who want to rip in small waves while adhering as close as they can to their good wave thruster.

In summary, your choice depends on your skill level and the conditions you most frequently surf. The Party Platter is best for laid-back fun in weaker surf, while the White Tiger and Dumpster Diver 2 cater more to surfers seeking performance without sacrificing versatility or speed in small, everyday waves.