What is Bodyboarding?
A water sport that is somewhat similar to surfing, bodyboarding is an activity that involves riding waves while positioned in a prone position. In some competitions, the participant may also ride the board in a partially standing position, with one knee touching the surface of the board. There are also a few stances that allow the bodyboarding enthusiast to ride the board in a standing position. The bodyboard is a lightweight rectangular shaped section of foam that is reinforced with one or two carbon rods, sometimes referred to as stringers. The sturdier foam is covered with a plastic coating along the bottom, and a second layer of softer foam on the topside of the board. Bodyboards are usually less than half the size of the standard surfboard, making them much easier to transport.
