What is the easiest surfboard to learn on?

The easiest surfboard to learn on is typically a soft-top longboard. Here are the reasons why: Stability: Longboards are longer, wider, and thicker, providing more stability, which is crucial for beginners learning to balance. Buoyancy: The increased volume of longboards makes them more buoyant, so they paddle easier and catch waves more readily, important for beginners. Soft-Top: Soft-top boards are safer and more forgiving due to their soft foam construction. They reduce the risk of injuries when falling. Length: A typical beginner-friendly longboard ranges from 8 to 10 feet, accommodating different weights and heights. Ease of Use: These boards are easier to handle in the water, making the learning process less intimidating and more enjoyable. For beginners, these characteristics make soft-top longboards the ideal choice to start their surfing journey, offering a mix of safety, stability, and ease of learning.

What size surfboard for beginner?

The size of the surfboard for a beginner depends on the individual’s height, weight, and fitness level. Generally, a longer, wider, and thicker board is recommended for beginners. Here’s a guideline: Height and Weight: Taller and heavier beginners should start with a board that’s at least 9 to 10 feet long. Lighter and shorter individuals might manage with an 8 to 9-foot board. Volume: Look for a board with plenty of volume (buoyancy), as it will help with paddling, stability, and catching waves. A higher volume is better for beginners. Board Type: Soft-top longboards are usually the best option for beginners due to their stability, ease of catching waves, and safety. Width and Thickness: A wider (around 22-25 inches) and thicker board (about 3 inches) will provide additional stability and buoyancy. Remember, the goal is to have a stable and forgiving board that makes it easy to learn the basics of paddling, standing up, and wave riding.

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Brilliant! you have discovered surfing and feel the addiction to salt-water adventures taking hold… You’ve probably had a lesson or two and are now ready to take the plunge and buy your first board. You’ll want to maximise your wave-catching ability and find a forgiving shape to maximise the fun.

Check out our range of beginner surfboards available including soft tops from JJF by Pyzel and our best sellers, the Ocean Magic Mini Mals which are the ideal starter surfboards, built with buoyancy in mind.

AIPA The Fun Boy

Original price was: £810.00.Current price is: £675.00.

DWS FLOWMASTER

£650.00

DWS Tongue

£630.00

DWS Tri Fish

£650.00

JJF by Pyzel Astrofish

Original price was: £510.00.Current price is: £400.00.

JJF by Pyzel Gremlin Blue

Original price was: £510.00.Current price is: £400.00.

JJF by Pyzel Gremlin Orange

Original price was: £510.00.Current price is: £400.00.

JJF by Pyzel Ivan Florence Fish

Original price was: £540.00.Current price is: £425.00.

JJF By Pyzel Log

£750.00

JJF by Pyzel Pod Racer

Original price was: £540.00.Current price is: £425.00.

Mark Phipps Caviar

£640.00

Mark Phipps Humpback

£950.00

Nigel Semmens Shaggy

£605.00 – £625.00

Ocean Magic Badger

£605.00 – £625.00

Ocean Magic Max

£629.99

Ocean Magic Mini Mal

£475.00

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The easiest surfboard to learn on is typically a soft-top longboard. Here are the reasons why:

Stability: Longboards are longer, wider, and thicker, providing more stability, which is crucial for beginners learning to balance.
Buoyancy: The increased volume of longboards makes them more buoyant, so they paddle easier and catch waves more readily, important for beginners.
Soft-Top: Soft-top boards are safer and more forgiving due to their soft foam construction. They reduce the risk of injuries when falling.
Length: A typical beginner-friendly longboard ranges from 8 to 10 feet, accommodating different weights and heights.
Ease of Use: These boards are easier to handle in the water, making the learning process less intimidating and more enjoyable.

For beginners, these characteristics make soft-top longboards the ideal choice to start their surfing journey, offering a mix of safety, stability, and ease of learning.

The size of the surfboard for a beginner depends on the individual’s height, weight, and fitness level. Generally, a longer, wider, and thicker board is recommended for beginners. Here’s a guideline:

Height and Weight: Taller and heavier beginners should start with a board that’s at least 9 to 10 feet long. Lighter and shorter individuals might manage with an 8 to 9-foot board.
Volume: Look for a board with plenty of volume (buoyancy), as it will help with paddling, stability, and catching waves. A higher volume is better for beginners.
Board Type: Soft-top longboards are usually the best option for beginners due to their stability, ease of catching waves, and safety.
Width and Thickness: A wider (around 22-25 inches) and thicker board (about 3 inches) will provide additional stability and buoyancy.

Remember, the goal is to have a stable and forgiving board that makes it easy to learn the basics of paddling, standing up, and wave riding.

The volume in litres of a beginner surfboard, which determines its buoyancy and stability, depends largely on the surfer’s weight and skill level. It’s essential to choose a board that will float you well and make paddling and wave catching as easy as possible while you’re learning.

Beginner Surfboards

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The UK’s Finest Shapers

50 years of Surfing Expertise

Free Surfboard Consultations

The Trusted Manufacturer for Pyzel UK

Our Range of Surfboards for Beginners

AIPA The Fun Boy

£810.00 Original price was: £810.00.£675.00Current price is: £675.00.

DWS FLOWMASTER

£650.00

DWS Tongue

£630.00

DWS Tri Fish

£650.00

JJF by Pyzel Astrofish

£510.00 Original price was: £510.00.£400.00Current price is: £400.00.

JJF by Pyzel Gremlin Blue

£510.00 Original price was: £510.00.£400.00Current price is: £400.00.

JJF by Pyzel Gremlin Orange

£510.00 Original price was: £510.00.£400.00Current price is: £400.00.

JJF by Pyzel Ivan Florence Fish

£540.00 Original price was: £540.00.£425.00Current price is: £425.00.

JJF By Pyzel Log

£750.00

JJF by Pyzel Pod Racer

£540.00 Original price was: £540.00.£425.00Current price is: £425.00.

Mark Phipps Caviar

£640.00

Mark Phipps Humpback

£950.00

Nigel Semmens Shaggy

£605.00 – £625.00

Ocean Magic Badger

£605.00 – £625.00

Ocean Magic Max

£629.99

Ocean Magic Mini Mal

£475.00

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Original price was: £810.00.Current price is: £675.00.

Original price was: £510.00.Current price is: £400.00.

Original price was: £510.00.Current price is: £400.00.

Original price was: £510.00.Current price is: £400.00.

Original price was: £540.00.Current price is: £425.00.

Original price was: £540.00.Current price is: £425.00.