Professional surfers choose surfboards like
golfers choose clubs: surfboards are available
in a wide variety of shapes, sizes (six to
ten feet in length and varying widths and
thickness), materials, and finishes. Each
combination yields different riding and handling
characteristics, so a pro will choose a board
depending on the wave conditions and their
ability.
While a pro is interested in boards that
are lightweight, fast, maneuverable, and
strong enough to withstand punishment (it
is not unusual for a pro to break a surfboard
will surfing), the beginner may want to focus
their search on a light, thick, and wide
board because they are easier to learn on
and ride better in weak waves.The original
boards were made of wood, but today's high
tech boards are made from epoxy resins to
reduce their weight and increase their strength.
Finally, consider buying a surfboard cover
to protect your board from damage while travelling,
sun damage, or just nicks and scratches while
storage.
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