Whats the best surfboard to get after about 1 year of surfing experience?

Question

Had 8 foot board sold it and got 6'6 fish was alright. Live in southern california and not sure if I should get a funboard or what. If I get a funboard could I still walk the nose or no.

Answer 1

a light longboard.  One of those tuflights, and take it easy as you paddle for the wave.

Answer 2

Well, it all depends on if you want to shortboard or longboard. If you want to longboard, get a longer board like 8'6. Then you will definetly be able to walk the nose. Or, get a smaller fish. Like 6'. I wouldnt reccommend a funboard though becuase you basically just stand there...why do what you can already do when you can get better??

Answer 3

no fun board fans here, try everything before you invest

Answer 4

Try a 7' 2" and yes you could, with some practice, still get tricky. Try to rent a board for a day and see if that will work for you or borrow someone's.

Ash makes a great point - there are several factors to consider - at the top of the list would be what you intend to use the board for. Going shorter isn't necessarily the route to being a better surfer. A lot of it depends on your ability and what type of waves you'll be in.