It's always hard to give a recommended size because there are so many factors to take into consideration. Below is a chart on our size recommendations for Beginner surfers. If you have had a bit of surf experience you may be able to go a bit shorter and if you’re advanced, you should know exactly what you want !
SOFTBOARD SHAPES — THERE ARE 3 MAIN SHAPES
MAL / MINI MAL
Available in 6’0, 6’6, 7’0, 8’0 and 9’0
Ideal for Learning / Beginners
Wide all the way to the front so it’s nice and stable
Paddles fast so it’s extremely easy to catch waves early and get you on your feet
Great for experienced riders to have fun on small wave days
SHORTBOARDS
Available in 5'6, 6'0, 6'6 and 7'0
Ideal for intermediates / Young groms learning
Traditional Shortboard shape makes it easier for turns and steeper waves
Great for kids to learn on as they're not too wide
Good board for experienced riders to use between the flags etc
FISH SHAPES
Ideal for more experienced surfers looking for a Summer Board
Higher widepoint allows for past paddling
Fish shape is ideal for better performance in low quality waves