Hi CalNewbie ,
I used to bodysurf and boogie board at HB many moons ago when I lived in Garden Grove . I prefer a chest freezer because the cold air doesn' t spill out every time you open it . That tends to be hard on the compressor and shortens it' s effective lifespan . A standup has the advantage of taking up less floor space , and is easier to organize . If you fill either one on a regular basis let me know so that I can move back there , I still miss the beach too .