My husband got me a Waterwalker 126 for my birthday in December. I've already used it many times and totally love it!! I am a beginner but I like to paddle in the ocean (open water, I live very close to the beach but not many lakes around here and I find marinas boring) so stability was the main concern when I was looking to buy a SUP. I really debated whether I want a Waterwalker 126 or 130, but in the end I decided to get the 126 and I'm really glad I did! 126 is super stable. I was borrowing my friend's board before I got mine and it was challenging to stand up if the surface of the water was choppy. Not with the Waterwalker! I am very, very happy with my board. Can't wait to take it to alpine lakes this summer.