It's stable for uphauling or sail handling maneuvers. Smaller and three pounds lighter than the 283, it's faster but still smooth, comfortable and easy to ride. While it's smooth in flat water, it could benefit from a slightly lighter and livelier feel. This board can do flawless carving jibes at any speed. It's narrow and traditional in outline with a deep-V and pronounced double concave.
Weight limits the top end, but it's still pretty fast.
Traditional outline, low-volume tail and soft tucked rails. The length and flat deck make it pretty stable, but a little more volume would bring it closer to par with the new style boards. Tail width and lack of volume limit the fin size and, therefore, upwind performance. Performs much better on beam and broad reaches. The 288 is a great board for novice', free-ride and advanced sailors looking for a smooth and easy ride.