Step by step guide to choosing a surfboard

 Surfboard For Sale – Selecting the Right Board 

Whether you are an experienced or beginner surfer, it doesn’t matter, knowing how to choose a surfboard can make a huge difference in how you maneuver waves successfully.

Choosing a surfboard can be quite a difficult task because of the vast array of surfboards which are being sold in the market today. There are many types of surfboards which are made for different conditions, weights and skill levels. If you choose the wrong surfboard, you will end up having a difficult time while surfing on the water. This step by step guide is designed to make it easier for surfers to choose the right surfboard for their specific needs.
When you use this guide, you will end up saving money and time by getting rid of small mistakes that come with purchasing a surfboard.

 

There are different factors you should consider while choosing the right surfboard, which includes your time and ability on the water. The following are other factors you should consider while choosing a surfboard for sale.

 The Length of the Surfboard 

The first factor you should consider while deciding which surfboard to buy is the length of the surfboard. A beginner should be going for a board which is longer and wider, which gives it more volume and helps you paddle onto a wave and then stand up more quickly. The shorter the surfboard, the easier it is to turn but harder to learn on.

Once you progress, you can go for a shorter board in smaller waves which will make it easier to turn and manoeuvre. Once you have improved and the waves get bigger, you can opt for a step up surfboard (which is a board usually 4 inches longer than your shortboard) which will handle the conditions when the wave has more power. This type of board is still easier to manoeuvre.

 The Shape of Surfboard 

Choosing the right shape surfboard is dependent on what skill level and the type of surfing you want to do. Whether this is surfing small mushy waves, sucky barreling waves or big waves with consequences.

 Short board (For Intermediate to Advanced Riders) 

Typically known as a standard surfboard and what “most” people ride. These have a distinct pointy nose with a defined shape. Usually, a shortboard is considered under 6’6. A shortboard is all about performance, being able to do quick turns, tricks and ariels. These are not usually regarded as suitable for beginners as they lack floatation due to the refined rails and are for more skilled riders who surf waves up to 6 feet.

 
Mini Mal (Beginner to Advanced) 

A Mini Mal is considered a short longboard. These boards are a lot easier to manoeuvre on a wave but still have the feeling of riding a longboard. Not as quick to turn like a shortboard, but have a generous volume which leads to the ability to paddle onto a wave and get up easier than a short surfboard. These are generally 7 to 8 foot long and are becoming increasingly popular amongst kids and adults learning to surf.

 Longboard Surfboard (Beginner to Advanced) 

A longboard is a traditional shape with a full nose and tail, typically over the 9 Foot length. These boards are easy to paddle onto waves but are not as maneuverable as all your other board shapes. Great for those who want to ride long point breaks or fuller waves. Increasingly popular for the older generation because they are easy to paddle and have a lot more volume than a shortboard.

There are a few types of longboards, a traditional log longboard which has loads of volume and is a popular board for a beginner and a performance longboard for those that want to take the tricks to the next level with a board with a more refined shape.

 Softboard (Beginner) 

A foam surfboard known as a softboard are great to learn to surf on. They are made up of a soft material with loads of volume. They come in sizes from 6 foot to 9 foot and are very popular for a beginner board as they are forgiving if you should fall you will land on the foam material. These boards are used for smaller days. A lot of surf schools will use a soft board to teach a beginner to surf.

 
The construction of a surfboard 

Surfboards come in different materials such as epoxy, foam and fibreglass. Epoxy surfboards are made from epoxy resin and have an EPS foam core, these surfboards are usually lighter and stronger. Fibre-glass surfboards are the most popular type of surfboard construction because this is traditionally what all surfboards were made from. Soft boards, on the other hand, are cost-effective surfboards that are made for beginners and are made up of an EPS foam with soft material around the surface.

 Summary on Surfboard for Sale
The process of choosing a surfboard can be quite overwhelming because there are many types of surfboards in the marketplace. Using the above factors as your guide can help simplify the process of choosing a surfboard. There are other variables to look at, but following the above method can make the process easier. 

 Please visit our CMP Surfboard Range to compare our range of surfboard for sale. If you have purchased a surfboard, here are some tips for learning to surf. 

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