I don't know much about construction or boards as I am a beginner. I got the blem board and chose all the parts instead of the complete because I had a budget and would like to keep in budget.
The board had two blue stains which does not bother me. This board is very stiff. I have jumped on it alot out of frustration and it does not bend. It is well built and I really like the cat drawing. It was one of the reason I bought it.
The shipping was absurdly quick. I ordered it and it arrived the next day.
Right now, I am learning so I can't tell you what it is good for, but I am having lots of fun. Old people often see me in the park and offer wise comments such as : " You need to be moving to be learning".