I agree, in theory....
Thats why so many early "second" generation boards were super thick and wide and short, seemed like the perfect way to go.
I got myself one of these too, it had to be ideal
But now I have found it isnt the full truth, as a bit longer and thinner board has so many advantages, and swing weight the same unless it is heavy.
The less chubby ones glides better, A LOT easier to get up standing when too little wind, or waves, and you can slog ashore a lot easier if wind dies.
So have changed my board style now, to a bit longer, still low volume, but not super thick or wide, more balanced.
So much better in my experience.
Might be the only one, but not so sure, as I can see what some big brands offer now.
Also, remember, if you ride boards where you can stink bug start or even waterstart, then it is a totally different ballgame.
But for us not doing this, meaning bigger sizes say around 70 to 90 litres for average weights, too short and fat are not necessarily the best, I dont like it, and have ridden these for quite some time.
Peter
PS: Meaning galewarning, that regarding board dimensions the V1 might be the better choice.