How it surfs
Boardsmagazine's Album Surfboards review calls the Sunstone the label's "most complete" shape — the one they recommend as a first Album buy.
Cleanline Surf's blog reviews the Sunstone alongside the Twinsman as Album's two boards that punch above their price point on the used market.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5'4" | 24.5 L | 60–70 kg | Advanced |
| 5'6" | 26.5 L | 65–75 kg | Advanced |
| 5'8" | 28.7 L | 70–80 kg | Intermediate+ |
| 5'10" | 30.5 L | 75–85 kg | Intermediate+ |
| 6'0" | 32.4 L | 80–90 kg | Intermediate |
How it compares
| Board | Best at | Wave range | Aggregate score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Album Sunstone | All-round performance shortboard | Knee to overhead | 8.8 |
| Album Disasym | Asymmetric shortboard | Waist to overhead | 9.0 |
| Haydenshapes Hypto Krypto | Hybrid daily driver | Waist to overhead | 9.0 |
| Pyzel Ghost | Reference step-up | Head-high to double-overhead | 9.1 |
Recommended fin setups
- FCS II Craig Anderson PC Tri — Snappy and drivey — pairs well with the Sunstone's low rocker.
- Futures Rob Machado Keel-set (upgrade) — For running the Sunstone as a twin-plus-trailer on smaller days.
Verdict
The Sunstone averages 4.5/5+ across four independent sources. It is the Album model most commonly recommended to a first-time buyer — a distinctive daily driver without the asymmetric commitment of the Disasym.
Estimated score: 8.8 / 10
Estimated from 3 independent sources — none publish numeric scores. See sources below.