Short board (under 9′ 2.8 meters), suitable for surfing. Compared with longer boards, short boards are more maneuverable. Generally, children’s surfboards are under 2.4 meters.
Medium sized board (9′-12′ 2.8m-3.7m), ideal size for multifunctional boards. You can glide in the lake or simply surf in the sea.
Long board (12.6′-14′ 3.8m-4.3m), suitable for racing and water hiking. Long boards are faster than short and medium boards and are easier to skate in a straight line. If you’re interested in racing or hiking, you’ll need a longboard for racing or gliding long distances to your campsite.
Wide boards (approximately 31′ 80cm or wider): Wide boards are more stable and easier to stand on than narrow boards. But the speed will be slower than narrow boards.
Narrow version (29″-30″ 74cm-76cm): The speed of the narrow board is faster than the long board, but the stability will be less.
tail fin:
Tail fins can increase water control and stability, and their types include:
Large single fin: This fin is mounted on the base and secured with a small latch. There is a slot in the base into which the fin can be inserted.
Triple fin setup: This setup is good for going straight in flat water and also helps with control during surfing.
Racing skeg: This straight, stiff fin is helpful for longboarding in downwinds. It can greatly improve the board’s wave-catching ability and flipping ability.
paddle:
The paddle of a wakeboard usually has a sheath in the center of the pole to increase its strength. The paddle you choose is generally 15-20CM higher than the user. (Some manufacturers also recommend 20-25CM higher)
Leg rope:
Leg ropes keep you connected to your board so you can quickly get to your board if you fall into the water. A water ski is a great float that can keep you safe to a certain extent.
life jacket:
Before entering the water, check the integrity of your life jacket and the adjustment function of each part. Always wear a life jacket when entering the water to avoid slacking off at any time. Safety first.
Suitable clothing:
When it’s cold, wear waterproof or quick-drying clothing to prevent hypothermia. When the temperature is still okay, you can wear T-shirts or swimsuits that are comfortable to wear even if it gets wet.
personal items:
Snorkeling shoes or fins, sunscreen, sunglasses, long-sleeved clothing, sun hat, water or drink
Paddle board classification
Paddleboarding has developed into many different forms of sports. In a still water environment, there are paddleboard fitness, paddleboard travel, paddleboard racing, and paddleboard yoga; in a non-stillwater environment, there are paddleboard whitewater rafting and paddleboarding at sea. surf.
ALL-ROUND (comprehensive board): usually wider, larger and larger than other boards, generally more stable than other boards, suitable for novices to play and enjoy life on gentle water.
SURF: shorter and smaller than other boards, ideal for SUP surfing and whitewater experience in rivers. Can be used with paddles to make some cool surfing moves, not suitable for novices.
TOURING: longer than ordinary boards, designed for long-distance and fast paddling. It is suitable for long-distance paddling of several kilometers in large lakes and bays. Novices can also accept it.
RACING: Longer, narrower and pointed, the fastest SUP designed for competition. Only when you reach a relatively fast forward speed, the board will have better stability and is not suitable for novices.
YOGA (Yoga): The version is similar to ALL-ROUND, but it is longer. The board has a soft top for doing yoga movements. There is also room on the board for strapping your exercise equipment such as elastic bands. You can also Attach an anchor to prevent it from being carried away by the current.
Inflatable (inflatable): This kind of board can be of any shape, but most of them are ALL-ROUND type. They can be inflated and carried in a backpack. In addition, this kind of board does not have the soft feeling of a lifebuoy. It is made of supportive material, and it definitely doesn’t feel like stepping on a balloon. Of course, it is still softer than ordinary plastics and wooden boards.
