Bodyboards

Choosing the right bodyboard size depends mainly on your height and weight. As a general rule, the top of the bodyboard should reach between your belly button and hips when standing upright. A correctly sized bodyboard provides better buoyancy, control, and wave-catching ability in the surf.

If you're between sizes, beginners often benefit from a slightly larger board for extra stability. You can refer more to the bodyboard size chart on the product page.

Yes. Bodyboards are one of the easiest ways to start riding waves and are very beginner-friendly. They require less balance than surfing and allow riders to catch waves while lying down, kneeling, or eventually riding drop-knee.

Beginner bodyboards typically feature soft decks and durable cores, making them comfortable, stable, and ideal for learning in small to medium waves.

While it’s possible to ride waves without them, bodyboarding fins (flippers) make a big difference. They provide extra propulsion so you can swim faster, catch waves more easily, and move through currents in the lineup.

Most experienced bodyboarders use fins because they improve control, speed, and positioning in the surf.

The terms bodyboard and boogie board are often used interchangeably. “Boogie board” was originally a brand name created in the 1970s, but over time it became a general term used for bodyboards.

Today, both usually refer to the same type of wave-riding board used for bodyboarding.

Bodyboard size should match both your height and body weight to ensure proper buoyancy and performance. Riders who are taller or heavier generally need a longer board, while smaller riders benefit from shorter boards that are easier to control.

Checking a bodyboard size chart on the product page can help you find the right fit for your build and riding style.