How big is a surfboard?

Answer 1

This question has no real correct answer! There are many factors that come into play when discussing surfboard sizes, dimensions and shapes, However as a rule I find my own personal weight determines most of the specifications of my boards, not so much my height as many beginners and even intermediate surfers believe. Then there's an issue of surf conditions! the size of the swell the speed of the swell and the shape of the break, all play a role in my choosing which board I'm going to use on any given day or even time of the day in reference to the tide on a particular break. In saying all that i still base all my own personal boards around my own personal weight and more so in my younger years id constantly be measuring my weight to ensure that my shaper was prepping the right board for me at that particular time, as a more "mature" surfer, that and the fact that i now no longer tour or compete in as many events it has become less of an issue. The following is a guide based on weight your own preferences may come into play a fair bit, for example if you read the chart you will see that some one like Kelly Slater should be riding a 6"4" board or there abouts as apposed to the 5'10" i saw him killing it on last year! but keep in mind Mr Slater is the youngest ever world Champion the oldest ever world champion, has been the world champion more times than anyone else and to put it blunt, having surfed against him I'm comfortable in suggesting he is a Surfing freak, there will be no other in our life time that produces that degree of surfing success I urge you strongly, If I may for a second talk to your local shaper, buy a board that is handmade/shaped and try and buy it of your local guy, the consequences of not doing that may turn to be a dramatic issue in the future of our sport! Yes you may pay a few dollars extra but you will be doubly stoked with the outcome! Beginner Intermediate Surfers Weight (lbs) Board Length Surfers Weight (lbs) Board Length 100 - 140 6' 2" -6' 4" 100 - 140 6' 0" -6' 4" 140 - 160 6' 4" -6' 8" 140 - 160 6' 2" -6' 6" 160 - 180 6' 6" -6' 10" 160 - 180 6' 4" -6' 8" 180 - 200 6' 10" -7' 4" 180 - 200 6' 8" -7' 2" 200+ 7' 4" + 200+ 7' 2" + This question has no real correct answer! There are many factors that come into play when discussing surfboard sizes, dimensions and shapes, However as a rule I find my own personal weight determines most of the specifications of my boards, not so much my height as many beginners and even intermediate surfers believe. Then there's an issue of surf conditions! the size of the swell the speed of the swell and the shape of the break, all play a role in my choosing which board I'm going to use on any given day or even time of the day in reference to the tide on a particular break. In saying all that i still base all my own personal boards around my own personal weight and more so in my younger years id constantly be measuring my weight to ensure that my shaper was prepping the right board for me at that particular time, as a more "mature" surfer, that and the fact that i now no longer tour or compete in as many events it has become less of an issue. The following is a guide based on weight your own preferences may come into play a fair bit, for example if you read the chart you will see that some one like Kelly Slater should be riding a 6"4" board or there abouts as apposed to the 5'10" i saw him killing it on last year! but keep in mind Mr Slater is the youngest ever world Champion the oldest ever world champion, has been the world champion more times than anyone else and to put it blunt, having surfed against him I'm comfortable in suggesting he is a surfing freak, there will be no other in our life time that produces that degree of surfing success I urge you strongly, If I may for a second talk to your local shaper, buy a board that is handmade/shaped and try and buy it of your local guy, the consequences of not doing that may turn to be a dramatic issue in the future of our sport! Yes you may pay a few dollars extra but you will be doubly stoked with the outcome! Beginner Intermediate Surfers Weight (lbs) Board Length Surfers Weight (lbs) Board Length 100 - 140 6' 2" -6' 4" 100 - 140 6' 0" -6' 4" 140 - 160 6' 4" -6' 8" 140 - 160 6' 2" -6' 6" 160 - 180 6' 6" -6' 10" 160 - 180 6' 4" -6' 8" 180 - 200 6' 10" -7' 4" 180 - 200 6' 8" -7' 2" 200+ 7' 4" + 200+ 7' 2" +

Answer 2

Type your answer here... it all depends on you. questions come down to, have you surfed before? where are you surfing? how big are the waves? are there rocks and things sticking out of the water for you board to get dinged on? when buying a board it is better to do it face to face and if by any chance you live in Rhode Island got to warm winds, the best surfshop in the world :)

Answer 3

all depends what board, i will start the size list in ascending order, shortboard fish- 5'10''-6'0'', normal shortboard/semigun 6'0''-6'8'' gun/mal 7'5''-8'7'', longboard 9'0''-9'6'' (a 9'6'' longboard is a traditional longboard size) :D

Answer 4

I am 5'8 and I am riding a 5'10 and loving it. However, I have seen people taller then me ride a smaller board. It all depends on your skill level, the types of waves you ride, and what you are comfortable with.

Answer 5

i wouldn't know and i have been surfing for 3 years... when i buy boards i just ask the guy who is selling them

Answer 6

It depend on you're height, weight and skill. Talk to store owners or salesmen they usually give good advice.

Answer 7

Up to your belly button

Answer 8

Long