From a physics standpoint, I would think that a bigger board gives you softer landings, smoother transitions (edge to edge), less tiring because it rides higher, and potentially more pop. The reason I say potentially is that with the same amount of force, I would guess that the smaller board gives more pop. It's easier to dig it in. But the bigger board has more pop potential if you have more strength to actually dig it in just as much.
On the other hand a small board would spin easier, be easier to grab, easier and faster edge changes, and just more nimble overall. If your a pro that has landings down, it seems pretty obvious that you most likely want the smaller board. They will derive much more benefit from faster maneuverability and spinning, than from possibly more pop and easier landings. They got those last 2 down already. The rest of us would probably benefit from the bigger boards softer landing and stability.
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