Whats the right skimboard?

Question

i weigh about 160 lbs and im trying to find a skimboard at a reasonable price. i know i need a large board, and i was looking at the zap large wedge board, but on the website it said for riders under 140 lbs. i need some help!

Answer 1

Well you first need to determine what the main use of the skimboard will be.  If you plan on riding waves then you will need a thick board which should be about 3/4 inches thick.  If you want to flatland skimboard then you'll want to have a skimboard that is 1/2 inches thick.  If you want more info on weight and stuff just go to your local surf shop and ask questions.

Answer 2

even though the large wedge boards weight limit is a 140 lbs usually the actuall wieght limit is around 205 lbs. I have been making skimboards for years and they never have cracked because of a weight limit. If your still not covinced you can try any victoria board but it will cost more. You can also go with a zap egg board which can  withstand up to 212 lb limit and those boards are fun as h**l.