The M23 comes from the storied M13 bloodlines, a favorite hybrid board Al Merrick made for himself and rode variants of for decades from fun Rincon to maxing Sunset.  A true high performance hybrid that caters to the widest possible type and size of surfer - and for the widest range of wave conditions.  Not to be confused with the CI Mid, the M23 carries more foam, boasting a fuller rail and sleeker nose outline.  It paddles like a champ while still riding more like a shortboard.