I'm new to surfing. Can anyone refer me to good websites/specific boards?

Question

I'm about 5' 4" and weigh 135ish. I want it to last a while though, so i was thinking of getting one that could hold 180 pounds. Anyway, I'm looking for a mix between a short and long board (i think my friend called it a foam board?). Lemme know if you have any suggestions.

Answer 1

Check out like a fun board around 8 foot. You could also get like a 6'6 fish or something. However if you are just starting to surf you will want to buy a longboard.

The Surfboard Man

http://www.thesurfboardman.com/

Answer 2

No one can suggest a specific board for you with the information you provided. Visit a local surf shop for advice before spending your money.

Answer 3

I know im a girl and everything but i have a little brother. so i kinda know this stuff. anyways surf shops around the beach are really good. or ron john surf shop is a good one too.  and i think billabong however u spell it that ones is good too.

Answer 4

the best thing to do would be to stop in at some of your local surfshops. usually you can find a cheap used board ($200-$350) or even a new cheap ($400-450) shop board.

the bigger the board the easier catching the waves...the more wave you catch the better surfer you become. a fiberglass beater board are great beginner boards that will have better response than a foam board.  but i think you're friend is talking about a fun board, not foam.

You might be better off starting with a smaller longboard like 8'6 9'0 and transitioning to a funboard, but if you're set on a fun board i'd suggest one that is 7'6 +

good luck and stick with it, it's the greatest feeling when you catch you're first wave.

(This is good to know before you paddle out too)

http://sunsetsurf.com/unwritten.asp

check out:

http://surfline.com

http://wetsand.com

http://sunsetsurf.com (if you are near LA, it's a great beginner spot)

Answer 5

try a fish. its perfect for what what you saying.its a longboard in short board size. it is wide and thick. so it has good padddleing and eazy pop ups.

it also teaches good smoth turns cuz it so loose.

Answer 6

www.rusty.com      there boards are expensive but are worth the price and the have this thing on there website called board creator were you can get fitted for you perfect board