Hobie Specialist 9'8 Longboard Surfboard9'8" x Elastic Fantastic! The Specialist is our spin on the progressive step decks of the late sixties. This bendy water craft features a flat mid section with a generous amount of curve in the nose and tail. A flatter mid section allows the Specialist to rule as Trim King, especially, in sloping or mushy conditions. Furthermore, the most prominent feature is an s deck foil from nose to tail. At center, the Specialist is thicker than most Hobie