Hobie, Nacra and AHPC have all had board issues at some stage and have generally been short lived. It is how they respond to this that is important. I had a board split in 2 down the leading / trailing edge on a fresh downwind where we left a board down. Nearly had a 5.7 run right up the back of us. Greg, after seeing the board sent another one out promptly. It was the only issue I or any other Capricorn in our club (and State AFAIK) had with boards. It did not leave a sour taste in my mouth, but impressed me with their service.