What size surfboard should I get for my child?
For kids under 12, something around the 7ft mark is ideal. If they’re on the taller side, something around 6’6” or 6’2” in a fish surfboard. These are perfect for aiding progression in the early stages of learning. Choosing the right surfboard that has enough buoyancy or “float” helps in aiding paddling.
What is a good surfboard for kids?
1. South Bay Board Co Guppy 6’0 & 8’0. The South Bay Board Co Guppy Surfboards are a beginner shape designed with long lasting & light weight EPS Closed Cell Foam that includes an EZ Carry Handle that’s perfect for the kids!
What surfboard is best for beginners?
Foam surfboards are a great choice for beginners! For beginner surfers, an 8 to 9-foot foam longboard surfboard is one of the best options as an entry-level surfboard for a number of reasons. Foam surfboards are stable, user-friendly, and easy to paddle which makes catching waves and standing up a lot easier.
What size funboard do I need?
Surfing a funboard / hybrid / minimal less than 1 day per week
| Surfer Weight (lbs) | Surfer Weight (kg) | Surfboard Length |
|---|---|---|
| 100-140 | 45.4-63.5 | 7′0″-7′4″ |
| 140-160 | 63.5-72.6 | 7′2″-7′8″ |
| 160-180 | 72.6-81.6 | 7′6″-8′0 |
| 180-200 | 81.6-90.7 | 7′10″-8′4″ |
How do you buy a surfboard for kids?
Selecting the appropriate surfboard for your teenager will depend on their skill, experience and athletic ability. Because kids learn and progress at different speeds, you will need to chose a surfboard that works for them but also be willing to move on to a different shape or style as they get better.
Can 5 year olds surf?
Maybe it’s their fearless instinct of their nimble bodies that haven’t felt the burden of old age. Whatever it is, we find that kids can start surfing at about 5 years old if they are confident in the water and eager to try something new. Safety is our #1 priority for our youngest surfers.
How do you size a beginner surfboard?
Surfboard sizes, explained If someone in a shop describes a board as 7’0″ (sounds like “seven oh”), they simply mean the board is seven feet long. A good rule of thumb is to opt for a 7’0″ beginner’s board if you weigh under 70 kilograms, a 7’6″ if you weigh 70-90kg, and an 8’0″ if you weigh over 90kg, says Harry Mann.