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Recommended length

53"–56"

A surf board around this length suits a 170-lb intermediate rider. Heavier riders and bigger waves favor the longer end; lighter riders and trick-focused skim riders go shorter.

Boards in this range

  • Byerly Action · 54"
  • Connelly/cwb Bentley · 52", 57", 60"
  • Connelly/cwb Benz · 52", 56", 59"
  • Doomswell F Series · 53", 55", 58"
  • Doomswell Neo · 48", 50", 52", 54", 56"
  • Hyperlite Broadcast · 56", 64"

Sizing is a guide — always check the manufacturer's chart for the specific board.

Board length is only half the setup. The water matters too: see which lakes have the depth and room to hold a clean wake, and check the wake-sport rules for your state before you launch. New to the vocabulary? The glossary covers the gear and technique terms.

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