How do I choose the right surfboard when transitioning from a long board?
How do I choose the right surfboard when transitioning from a long board?Answer: When looking for the right transition board, there are lots of different types of surfboards to choose from. Here are few easy tips when looking to buy a surfboard: Remember, a short board will be strangely light and loose in comparison to your longboard, so you don’t want to go too short at first. Don’t go too small or thin. You will have a hard time catching waves and will bog down in weak surf. In terms of length, from 6’10” to 7’2″ is a good range depending on your size. Regardless, be sure your board is at least one head taller than you. Around 19-21″ wide is solid but be sure the surfboard has plenty of thickness to float you (around 2+ inches thick is average). If you want sharper shortboard-style turns then avoid funboards (wide surfboards with r
