Beginner longboard/surfboard length?

Question

I am 5'11'' and weigh about 150, what's the general length of a longboard (surfboard, not skateboard) I should look at for someone who's just learning to surf?

Answer 1

Something that is too big might feel a little cumbersome in the water. Look at boards that aren't too long, but also look at the thickness, this is the most important aspect for a beginner, it is what gives you stability.

Answer 2

EVERYTHING I've ever heard or read (aside from the other responses here) has been to learn with a longboard that's about 3 feet longer than you are tell.  Don't buy into that "it's too cumbersome" because that's not true.  When I learned I was 6'0" 160lbs and used a 9 foot soft top long board.  The shorter the board you use the "harder" it will be to learn

(oh and it's the width that gives the stability, not the thickness)

Answer 3

I would recommend something in the 7ft. range.

That's a good size for someone of your size and weight.

Dude,  5'11" @ 150?

And I would start with waves at about the 1'-2' size. Don't get in over your head in the beginning, a 7ft board will make you tired.

Answer 4

Maybe about a ten footer

Answer 5

For your size and weight I would go with an 8' fun shape.  Custom boards that size run around $700 and you can get off brand boards from the orient for as low at $400.  Also, with a fun shape that size you can always sell it when you decide to go smaller or larger.