new board help

[wsbman]

I have not been surfing for twenty years, I have spinal injuries and shoulder problems I spent my youth bodyboarding and my twenties and thirties free dive spearfishing, so my water experience is adequate. I plan on surfing blackies, san o, bolsa chica and want a board that will paddle well, float well, and be stable enough for me to walk around on and eventually hand''em on the nose. I don't want to shred up the waves, just ride and take what is given. I'm 6'1" and a lean 160 lbs. 42 years old. plan on surfing 2-3x week.

I'm looking at used boards and have a few that I like so far:
1. 9'6" Becker San O (single fin)
2. 10'0" Robert August Corky Carroll model (2+1)

Both are in good shape, Both are the same $

Any thoughts?

Thanks!

[jaffa1949]

Both are pretty reasonable for your weight, height and what you want to do. Your thinking is on the mark. Enjoy the new aspects of your choice thoroughly