I love this board, once on the water there is no board I trust more with me and my dog than the 12’6 voyager.
Simply put - it’s super stable, great for both my 5ft 4 self and my 6ft 4 partner and makes carrying all your camping kit for over night/multiple day trips (including the dog!) very easy.
Tracking is ace on this board with the dual fins and there is plenty of options for attaching your kit (or go pro) with all the cargo options (I really like the spot just for your bottle when I’m heading out for a short summer paddle).
Comparing to other models (11’3 sport, 10’6 ride, 12’ voyager, 12 compact) and although myself and my dog are happy on all the other boards, I can hardly feel his movement on the 12’6 due to the width (and height in the water) of this board. He has plenty of space to roam the board, to stand at the nose or to chill out on the deck behind me (his favourite spot).
I’m impressed how small the board rolls up too for such a big board, so it’s always in the car ready for adventures. Looking forward to putting the new bag through its paces too as we strip it down to the basics carrying system for some pre paddle hiking!
Without a doubt my go to all round board.