I purchased the Bluefin Cruise 10.8 last year as a beginner and I am extremely pleased with it. Very stable, has a kick tail, camera mount, bungee cords for on board storage, kayak seat and plenty of grab handles. It seems well constructed and easily carries myself and my 4 year old daughter whilst tracking well and keeping us both dry on the deck. It comes with all items you could require and a 5 year warranty. I would recommend a board that is 16cm deep and 80+cm wide as these are very novice friendly and somewhere in the region of 10.5 - 11 feet long. Whichever boards you look at, pay attention to weight limits of user as this should be a deciding factor in choice. They are very good fun!