SO, here's my latest take: I love Varial.
Strong, has great flex, and lasts. Waterproof means something here.
Used it in Fiji and couldn't have been happier when I could use it.
Now wish I could get it for every board I've had. At one point in Fiji, someone pulled my board out of the bag while on a panga and 'donked' the rail pretty hard on the gunnel of the boat. It sounded awful and everyone let out an 'ugh.' Didn't even put a dent in the board! I freely admit the deck is pock-marked-up, including a spot near the nose where it hit my elbow during a particularly hard wipeout, but the rails and bottom are pristine and it still rides and feels great. I love it.
I haven't read MOST of this thread, and won't given that we're now at page 43. Perhaps someone pointed out something I totally missed, but I freaking love Varial. I hope it doesn't cause testicular cancer, herpes, or something else. I heard it smells like chemicals, though.