What should i get for my first skimboard?

Question

i want to try skimboarding. i have a little experience with a boardwalk skimboard but i want to get a real one now. how can i pick my first skimboard? i am 210lbs, 5'8, and will really only be using this for sand skimming. what properties should i look for in my skim board? i would also like it to be under $100 and will probably get wood. thanks in advance

Answer 1

Get a good, solid wood skimboard from Victoria for under $100, probably around 80 or 90 bucks at most. I've had a Victoria Woody that's lasted me for 7-8 years and it still rips. They're excellent for learning on and very durable. When learning to skim, it's best to have a solid, slightly heavier and wider wooden board, with the traditional skimboard tapered shape. You will be able to learn much more quickly and easily if you buy the right board. For additional information on choosing the perfect first board, check out www.skimonline.com. Have fun, skimming is the best.