The Hydrus Cake River Board (High Volume) is a performance-oriented shortboard that we’ve found strikes a nice balance between durability and. With 54 liters of volume and Hydrus’s durable Armalight construction, it gives bigger riders the extra buoyancy they need while still offering smooth responsive turns. We appreciate how stable the board feels across a wide range of river conditions, which makes the Cake a versatile option when we’re looking for both performance and ease of use. That said, lighter surfers on our team have noticed it can feel a bit sluggish, and the higher volume means you won’t get the same radical, sharp maneuvers you’d get from a lower-volume shortboard. Overall, we think the Cake HV is an excellent choice for larger riders or anyone who wants a reliable, durable board that performs well on a variety of river waves without sacrificing stability