What surfboard should I buy?
I haven't alot of surfing experience, I've been using a rented bic natural surf on smaller waves, but I feel that I am progressing fast so I may progress past the Bic 7'9"er before I've gotten my moneys worth out of it if I were to buy one. Any ideas?
Answers:
I have never been on a surfboard in my life, but I would apply the same things to buying one that I would if I were to buy myself a 12-speed bicycle. (1) Get one that will go the distance. (2) Be willing to spend the little bit extra and get yourself a really good one. (3) Get one that feels balanced to you. (4) If at all possible get one you can "test drive" before you buy it. (5) Consider seriously not buying it new. Are you sure you do not have a friend who would sell you one of his, and it would be a really, rerally good one, and it would be fitted to you, and work really well for you? (6) And while you're at it, be sure you check out a second board in case this really good one develops problems after you've used it for two weeks, you can reach out your arm and grab that second one and - back in the water! Surf's up!! Sent with good energies from Chris in South Portland, Maine, U.S.A. (I am 63 years old.)
Whichever one sharks avoid.
...One with a picture of a seal underneath it
think about the sort of wave u like. if you like smaller waves then i would suggest the next step would be a fish shaped surfboard wide relatively flat and no shorter than 6'5". you need a flat board (IE little rocker) so the board will plain sooner at lower speeds. you should choose a fish tail to give better traction through your turns.
weight is important when buying a board so look for one that's light but strong there are some very good tough lite boards that are great but expensive.
remember surfing is a sport you have to dedicate your life to.
You need to ask yourself a question, long board rider or not. If not, get yourself a surfboard magazine.
Get a high performance thruster like Kelly Slater and then go out there and rip it up!! If anyone drops in on you kick there ***.
Get a shorter board since you can already tell you are getting better. Unless you want to be a longboarder, a longboard would be overkill at this point. I would recommend you get a funboard. This is a good transition from longboard to shortboard. It's still easy to paddle but more manuverable on the wave. No longer than 8'0, but no shorter than 7'0. How tall are you? How much do you weigh? If you are smaller and lighter, you can go for a shorter, thinner board. Heavier and taller, go for the longer board.
Check out your local surf shops for a cheaper used board. You can get rid of it too if you get the hang of it and keep moving down. Don't invest too much money, but get one in good condition. Also talk to the sales people about what kind of board would be good and they can help you get one that's right. Search around until you find one that you really like. Get the perfect board and it makes all the difference in the world. Good luck
The bic boards are pretty good boards now, pop outs have come a long way in the last 20 years.
There are some great fish tail boards out there which are good for most conditions. Long boarding can also be great on smaller waves.
Decide what sort of rider you wnat to become (long or short boarder) then go to a reputable dealer and ask them to help you select a board
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Answers:
I have never been on a surfboard in my life, but I would apply the same things to buying one that I would if I were to buy myself a 12-speed bicycle. (1) Get one that will go the distance. (2) Be willing to spend the little bit extra and get yourself a really good one. (3) Get one that feels balanced to you. (4) If at all possible get one you can "test drive" before you buy it. (5) Consider seriously not buying it new. Are you sure you do not have a friend who would sell you one of his, and it would be a really, rerally good one, and it would be fitted to you, and work really well for you? (6) And while you're at it, be sure you check out a second board in case this really good one develops problems after you've used it for two weeks, you can reach out your arm and grab that second one and - back in the water! Surf's up!! Sent with good energies from Chris in South Portland, Maine, U.S.A. (I am 63 years old.)
Whichever one sharks avoid.
...One with a picture of a seal underneath it
think about the sort of wave u like. if you like smaller waves then i would suggest the next step would be a fish shaped surfboard wide relatively flat and no shorter than 6'5". you need a flat board (IE little rocker) so the board will plain sooner at lower speeds. you should choose a fish tail to give better traction through your turns.
weight is important when buying a board so look for one that's light but strong there are some very good tough lite boards that are great but expensive.
remember surfing is a sport you have to dedicate your life to.
You need to ask yourself a question, long board rider or not. If not, get yourself a surfboard magazine.
Get a high performance thruster like Kelly Slater and then go out there and rip it up!! If anyone drops in on you kick there ***.
Get a shorter board since you can already tell you are getting better. Unless you want to be a longboarder, a longboard would be overkill at this point. I would recommend you get a funboard. This is a good transition from longboard to shortboard. It's still easy to paddle but more manuverable on the wave. No longer than 8'0, but no shorter than 7'0. How tall are you? How much do you weigh? If you are smaller and lighter, you can go for a shorter, thinner board. Heavier and taller, go for the longer board.
Check out your local surf shops for a cheaper used board. You can get rid of it too if you get the hang of it and keep moving down. Don't invest too much money, but get one in good condition. Also talk to the sales people about what kind of board would be good and they can help you get one that's right. Search around until you find one that you really like. Get the perfect board and it makes all the difference in the world. Good luck
The bic boards are pretty good boards now, pop outs have come a long way in the last 20 years.
There are some great fish tail boards out there which are good for most conditions. Long boarding can also be great on smaller waves.
Decide what sort of rider you wnat to become (long or short boarder) then go to a reputable dealer and ask them to help you select a board
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