How does tail shape, outside rail curve and width affect the board?
The wider the board, the more surface area you have – thus creating an easier planing board. The outline gives you rail contact with the water: a straighter edge gives more contact and better upwind ability. Tail shape: this is the point of the board you push against to pop off the water. A fuller tail creates more pop, but it has a downside – in wave riding it tends to catch more. A more surfboard shape prevents this, but does not have as much pop. It all comes down to you, the customer and what your needs are. 3) I am a tall guy – does this affect where I stand? Yes, a natural stance would be too close to your eyes. Shift your feet and then look down at the distance between your feet, this would give you your natural stance. In our board range the stance varies from 380 mm to 440mm . The freestyle boards are 1280mm x 390mm with a very wide stance for landing manoeuvres . A wider stance is for taller guys and freestyle boards. 4) I live inland, do I need a thicker board with more volu
