Is this a good deal and size for a surfboard?

Question

Started surfing 6months ago, i ride a 6'6 x 22 custom "fish". The problem im having is that paddling gets really tiring on the fish, after heading out to the lineup, im too tired to do anything. I know the basics, positioning, paddling. wave catching is hard for me since im exhausted fast. i would consider myself a beginner.

So, im looking into getting a minimal to help me improve my surfing. Tried a friends longboard, 9'2, and it was to heavy for me. so heres the question, someones selling me a 7'6 custom surfboard from australia, its a minimal I THINK. http://cgi.ebay.ph/Surfboard-76_W0QQitemZ200186529551QQihZ010QQcategoryZ20865QQcmdZViewItem thats the link.

Is a 7'6 suitable for me? i was looking for something 8'0 or up but i dont want to settle for an nsp board or something generic.

The 7'6 surfboard comes with a sock, a bag, fins and a leash for about $450, the seller lives about 20mins from my place.

im 5'8 and 160lbs. the 7'6 was only used 5times. let me know what you think

Answer 1

I learned on a 7'6" x 21 1/3 . I am also about the same size as u are. I live in Hawaii, and have surfed super small waves to well overhead sets on the north shore with the board. I have shredded it so many times breaking fins, and finally I cracked the middle last winter, and I had it fixed because I love it so much. I still ride it some, but have since moved down to a shorter board.  I actually want a board like your fish now!! haha  Good luck.. kinda expensive $450. You can get new ones here for maybe 50-$100 more. Regardless, looks fun!

Answer 2

too much to read. sorry.

Answer 3

Nothing really wrong with an NSP.  They are durable and affordable and ride a like a standard surfboard although they are a little on the heavy side.  No sense ordering a custom yet.  It is going to take you a while to figure out what your ideal board is.  I went through probably 4 or 5 used boards before I really figured out what I wanted.

Check craigslist for your area.

Answer 4

the 7'6'' would be a good one for ya. and that seems like a good price. Just make sure you look at it before you tell the person you want it. Just to make sure there are no really bad dings! Good luck!

Answer 5

sure, i surf a $3000 custom it's amazing

Answer 6

no i would look for a better deal

Answer 7

whats wrong with NSP?? they are great for beginners, I have been surfing for 20 years and I bought an 8'6 for my sis to learn on..i tried it out, its soo smooth and its great i love it , i love all of my boards. what do you mean "generic" what you gotta get one RUSTY so you can surf? nah brah its not a fashion statement here. and you seem to complain a bit. if you are having trouble paddling why did you start with such a SHORT board? whatever this was a waste of timeeeeeeeeee

Answer 8

You're trying to learn on too short of a board.

If the 7'6" was custom made for the guy selling it you need to find out how big he is.... it could be too small for you.

I'd recommend 2 things:

1. Get at least an 8' board with dimensions correct for your height, weight and ability. I'd actually recommend a 9' board - not sure what your buddy has but there are 9' boards that are almost as light as short boards these days.

2. Get your butt to the gym and work on your upper body so you're not too tired after you paddle out!

I'd save my $450...

Answer 9

yeah it looks quite worth it but the price is a little too steep, just like a car a surfboard loses its value once you put some rides in to it, so find out if he will go lower pretty much bargain, but yeah it looks like a pretty fun board

Answer 10

Yes it is. Living in a surfing town i would know. depends on what you like, some people like short boards for more tricks and speed. longer boards are heavier but easier to learn how to surf on.