How it surfs
The stock size table is the most useful part of the listing for buyers. It runs from 5'4" at 22.35 L through several wider 5'8" and 5'10" options up to 6'6" at 37.2 L, so the same design covers light surfers on a performance board and heavier surfers wanting float in weak surf.
Surf Station Store published a filmed rider review of the Storms at 5'8" x 18.75 x 2.38 (25.8 L) by a rider listed at 5'9" and 160 lb, which is a useful reference point when reading the size chart.
Buyers comparing Sharp Eye models should look at the Sharp Eye Inferno 72 for small surf and the HT2.5 for steeper waves. Broader options sit in the shortboard reviews index, and fin pairings are covered across the surfboard fin reviews.
Volume & sizing chart
Use the chart below as a starting point. Add half a litre if you are less experienced, subtract half a litre for a looser feel.
| Size | Volume | Rider weight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5'6" x 18.5 x 2.35 | 24.40 L | See Sharp Eye volume guide | Advanced |
| 5'8" x 18.75 x 2.38 | 25.80 L | See Sharp Eye volume guide | Advanced |
| 5'10" x 19.0 x 2.5 | 28.20 L | See Sharp Eye volume guide | Intermediate+ |
| 6'0" x 19.4 x 2.6 | 30.80 L | See Sharp Eye volume guide | Intermediate |
| 6'2" x 19.65 x 2.65 | 32.80 L | See Sharp Eye volume guide | Intermediate |
How it compares
| Board | Best at | Wave range | Aggregate score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharp Eye HT2.5 | High-performance shortboard | Punchy surf | 9.2 |
| Sharp Eye Inferno 72 | Small wave performance | Weak to fun | 9.0 |
Recommended fin setups
- FCS II thruster — Listed fin system option on the official Sharp Eye product page.
- Futures thruster — Second listed fin system option at the same price.
Verdict
Across the verified sources the Storms is documented as a small to medium wave performance model with a deep stock size table, two fin box options and a listed $780 US price. Only one published customer score exists, so treat the rating as a thin sample rather than a broad consensus.