What is a Choice Surfboard?

Question

I've done a bit of skim boarding but nothing big. And I love the water and getting out, so surfing was on my *To-Do List, only I don't even know where to begin when it comes to buying a board.

Here's a little detail...I'm 4'10 and on the pudgy side :'( *160 to be exact. Mostly due to unused soccer/volleyball muscle. What would be the perfect board length and width? and where would i get one?

Answer 1

yepa  longboard would be good but for your hieght 8ft is pushing it you might be better off going with some 6-7ft also you dont really need a soft top but you sould buy used it will save you alot of money dpending on where you live at there shold bea  local surf shop near you

Answer 2

surfing will help u shed pounds!! get a bigger board, like an 8ft soft top

Answer 3

If you're new to surfing, you should go with a bigger board.  A big fish would be a good choice.  It'll allow you to go with a board that's not a big longboard while still being easy to paddle and catch lots of wave.  Remember, the more waves you catch, the more fun you'll have and the faster you'll get better.  Plus you won't outgrow a good fish.  You'll be able to use a good fish for a long time in many different wave conditions.  Check out the 7'4" Hammerhead from 9:Fish Surfboards - http://www.9fishsurf.com/hammerhead.html

Answer 4

8'2" liquid shredder @ softsurfboards.com

Answer 5

8 foot soft top longboard at a local surf shop