Most blanks do not need a lot of added rocker
since the blanks are designed with proven curves. Blank selection is
very important. If
adding more than 3/4" of tail rocker choose a longer blank and cut the
excess length from the tail so there is extra foam thickness to shape into. Good shapers plan their
shapes first and choose the best blank for the least amount
of work.In this case we'd cut the tail shorter to where you have
about 1/2" of tail pod thickness and reshape it a little. Chalk it up to
a learning experience, the board will still surf fine and you'll be stoked on
it.