The Badfish Full Throttle is one of the best high-performance river surfboards that we’ve reviewed. It really shines on big, fast-moving river waves, think Salida or Boise. Its streamlined shape and bottom contours give this board speed down the line and good holding power with your turns. The FCS Tri-Fin give the board versatility for fin selection and makes tackling powerful features feel smooth and controlled. While the board delivers outstanding performance on faster moving waves, it’s less responsive on smaller/slower waves, think Bend OR. This board is suited for lighter weight surfers who are intermediate to advanced in their abilities. Its construction is also less durable than some other boards, so we’re extra cautious when riding it in shallow or rocky conditions. Overall, we think the Full Throttle is a top-tier option for experienced river surfers looking to maximize speed and control on challenging, high-power waves.