- Your first season of waves
- Families sharing one board
- Small to medium days
Guide
Choosing a board
Volume, length and what each shape is for.
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Volume is float. More float means easier paddling and more waves while you learn. Find your weight, then your stage.
| Your weight | First waves | Improving | Confident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 60 kg | 60 to 70 L | 40 to 50 L | 28 to 34 L |
| 60 to 75 kg | 70 to 80 L | 48 to 58 L | 32 to 38 L |
| 75 to 90 kg | 80 to 90 L | 55 to 65 L | 36 to 42 L |
| over 90 kg | 90 L and up | 62 to 75 L | 40 to 48 L |
The board we hand most first-timers. Soft underfoot, wide and stable, and it catches almost everything.
From £219
A hand-finished PU shortboard for surfers who already paddle out the back and want quick turns.
From £495
The easiest step down from a softboard: it paddles well and still turns when the wave stands up.
From £545
A classic longboard for trim, glide and small clean summer waves.
From £595
Both packages come ready to go, with a board, a three-piece paddle, a pump, a leash, a centre fin, a wheeled bag and a repair kit.
| Drift 10'6 | Estuary 11'6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 10'6 | 11'6 |
| Width | 32" | 31" |
| Volume | 300 L | 340 L |
| Max paddler | 120 kg | 140 kg |
| Board weight | 9 kg | 10.5 kg |
| Best for | Families, calm bays | Longer trips, estuaries |
An 8'0 Pebble softboard, a 7ft leash and three bars of cold-water wax.