How do bodyboard sizes work?
Bodyboard sizing is determined on height & weight. A rough guide is for your board to be from your chin to your knee or about an inch below your belly buttom if it’s next to you standing on the ground. Size Matters: Start with a board length that reaches your belly button when standing. Adjust for your height, weight, and ability. Serious riders need the right fit for control and performance. Width & Thickness (Volume): Heavier riders need more volume (wider, thicker boards) for buoyancy and speed.
Is a bigger bodyboard better?
Bigger bodyboards are not necessarily better; it depends on your size, weight, and skill level. Larger boards offer more buoyancy and stability but can be less manoeuvrable. THE CORRECT SIZE & SHAPE BODYBOARD Wider boards will give you more flotation and are especially good for smaller days and bigger riders. Medium width boards tend to be good all-rounders but will need a bit more push in the wave if you are a heavier rider.On the flip side, a board that’s too large might float excessively, making it difficult to control and navigate through waves. So, if you’re torn between sizes, choose a board that best aligns with your weight. This will ensure that the board has enough volume to keep you afloat while you’re catching waves.
How to pick the right bodyboard?
There are many factors to consider when choosing the right length board for you. Both your height and weight should be considered when deciding on a board size. For example, taller and heavier bodyboarders may want to size up on bodyboard length, as longer or wider and thicker boards offer more volume or floatation. I’m 5’9 134 and ride a 148 psychocandy and a 151 or 152 season nexus (I’d have to go look at it I don’t remember). When it comes down to it, it depends on what you’re comfortable with but if I were you I’d stay between 148-152.