Gear Review: Hala Atcha 9’6″

Specs: 2018 Hala Atcha 9’6″ (Length: 9’6″, Width: 36″, Thickness: 6″)

MSRP: $1299

How it performs: Five stars in this department! The reason we love the Atcha is because it performs well on the river. It’s stable and responds well. We are not professional paddlers by any means, and this board suits are family well.

Why we like it: See above. The Atcha has a retractable center fin, which is fantastic on land and in the water. We also love that Hala is a local brand based in Steamboat Springs. Above all, the quality of this board is top notch.

Where to buy: Hala has a storefront in Steamboat at 910 Yampa Street. It’s fund to visit the store for sure, but boards can also be purchased online at https://halagear.com/ . We’ve seen lots of great deals on used boards on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace as well.