I love to surf and i am looking for a new board, i am advanced and my highth is 5'1,whats a good board highth

Question

i shortboard and i need a small board to pull some big moves

Answer 1

I tend to agree with Rez.

If you were advanced, you wouldn't be asking this

I would say get a mini-mal - Something around 7'6" to 8'0" with a thruster fin setup.

That way it will have enough stability to stand up and feel comfortable on but you will still be able to turn it much more easily than a longboard. You'll also catch a lot more waves than you would on a shorter board and that means you will both improve faster and have more fun, which is what it's all about.

Definately don't get a 5'11" or even a 6'4", as these boards are only suitable for people who can do more than just make a drop and turn, but who can actually generate speed on a wave.

You will be ripping it up on a tiny board a lot sooner if you buy a nice 7'10" today than if you jump straight in and get a 5'11".

If you go straight for the small board, I'm tipping you will have given up on surfing in another 2 years.

Bigger boards are great for developing a really good technique as well, because all your turns are very smooth and you tend to have to pick the right line well in advance.

Hope this helps.

Answer 2

aye chihuahua

Answer 3

If you were advanced I would think you would have an idea of kind of board you wanted.  



How much do you weigh?  At 5'1", with medium build, I'd say go with a 5'3"-5'5".  If you feel you need more volume, I'd say go with a 5'10-6'.  You really don't choose a board based purely on height alone.  Just stroll into a local shop and talk to the guys there - they'll set you up with something that'll work for you.  Or better yet, talk to a local shaper and get one shaped for you.