Torq Channel Islands Chancho X-Lite Surfboard – White / Pinline

Easy paddling, effortless wave catching and smooth, flowing turns define the Torq Channel Islands Chancho X-Lite Surfboard in White / Pinline. Designed by Channel Islands and built using Torq's lightweight X-Lite epoxy construction, the Chancho is a versatile mid-length surfboard that combines generous volume and stability with responsive performance.

Based on the popular Channel Islands Water Hog, the Chancho takes the proven concept of a user-friendly, wave-catching surfboard and packages it into a more compact mid-length shape.

With its fuller outline, generous volume and low nose rocker, the Chancho makes catching waves easier while retaining the ability to turn smoothly and confidently.

Whether you're progressing from a beginner surfboard, looking to increase your wave count or simply want a fun, forgiving board for everyday surfing, the Channel Islands Chancho offers an excellent balance of paddle power, stability and manoeuvrability.

Easy Wave Catching with Mid-Length Performance

The Torq Channel Islands Chancho is designed to make surfing easier without sacrificing the enjoyment of turning and riding waves.

Its generous volume provides excellent flotation and paddling efficiency, helping surfers catch waves earlier and with less effort.

A relatively low nose rocker encourages smooth entry into waves, particularly in smaller or softer conditions, while the fuller outline creates a stable platform for paddling, take-offs and trimming.

Underneath, subtle vee-bottom contours through the fin area help the board transition smoothly from rail to rail, making it surprisingly manoeuvrable for a mid-length with this much volume.

The result is a surfboard that feels comfortable and forgiving underfoot while remaining responsive enough for flowing turns and more progressive surfing.

Torq X-Lite Epoxy Construction

The Chancho features Torq's X-Lite epoxy construction, developed specifically to combine the performance characteristics of Channel Islands surfboard designs with the strength and durability of modern epoxy technology.

X-Lite construction uses a lightweight EPS core with epoxy composite construction to create a surfboard that is lighter and more durable than traditional PU/polyester construction.

The Chancho also incorporates a carbon strip along the deck, providing additional longitudinal strength and responsiveness.

This construction makes the Chancho a practical choice for surfers who want a quality performance-oriented mid-length without the fragility often associated with traditional lightweight surfboards.

Available Sizes and Dimensions

We stock the Torq Channel Islands Chancho X-Lite in two sizes:

7'0" – 48.8L

The 7'0" offers a slightly more compact and responsive feel, making it an excellent option for surfers looking for easy wave catching with greater manoeuvrability. Its generous volume provides plenty of paddle power while the shorter length makes it easier to turn and control.

7'6" – 56.0L

The 7'6" provides additional flotation, stability and paddling efficiency. Ideal for surfers wanting an easier transition into mid-length surfing, or experienced surfers looking for a relaxed, high-wave-count board that still turns smoothly.

Features

• Channel Islands Chancho mid-length surfboard design

• Torq X-Lite lightweight epoxy construction

• White / Pinline colourway

• Available in 7'0" and 7'6"

• Generous volume for easy paddling and wave catching

• Fuller outline for improved stability

• Low nose rocker for early wave entry

• Subtle vee-bottom contours through the fins

• Smooth, responsive rail-to-rail transitions

• Carbon deck strip for longitudinal strength

• Lightweight EPS core and epoxy composite construction

• Futures-compatible thruster fin system

• Suitable for a wide range of surfing abilities

• Designed for everyday surf conditions

Perfect For

Beginner and intermediate surfers progressing their surfing, experienced surfers wanting a relaxed mid-length, smaller and softer waves, beach breaks, point breaks, improving wave count and anyone looking for a versatile, easy-paddling surfboard.

Why You’ll Love It

The Torq Channel Islands Chancho X-Lite delivers something many surfers are looking for: a surfboard that makes catching waves easier while remaining genuinely enjoyable to ride.

The combination of Channel Islands shaping, generous volume and low nose rocker provides the paddle power and stability needed to get into waves early, while the subtle vee-bottom allows the board to turn smoothly without feeling cumbersome.

Torq's X-Lite epoxy construction adds durability and responsiveness, making the Chancho a practical everyday surfboard that can handle regular use.

Whether you choose the more manoeuvrable 7'0" at 48.8L or the higher-volume 7'6" at 56.0L, the Chancho is an excellent choice for surfers wanting more waves, easier paddling and smooth mid-length performance.