thats true, but I personally wouldn't waste any money on a board/setup.
Then again I'm not a hardcore surfer, so I can wait out a few flat days. If some people are drawn to the water to be out every day they can, it could be a great investment!
i've got a 10'4" paddle surf Hawaii. Still new to the sport, got a lot of progression to do. Pretty relaxing, and makes small surf fun, would recommend people give it a try especially if your on vacation somewhere tropical.
This. They sit way out and away from where the waves peak where I surf and can still get them. Basically if they want a wave they're getting it, and getting it first. I've never done it.