How to Choose the Right Wakesurf Board for Your Riding Style and Skill Level

Whether you're just dipping your toes into wakesurfing or ready to upgrade your board game, picking the right wakesurf board makes a big difference. The right board = more control, better progression, and way more fun on the water. Let’s break down what to look for so you can ride with confidence.

💥 Surf Style vs. Skim Style: What’s the Difference?

These two board types ride very differently:

• Surf Style boards are floatier, more stable, and have deeper fins. Great for carving and mimicking an ocean-style ride. Perfect if you're just starting out or like that buttery, flowing feel.

• Skim Style boards are thinner, faster, and more agile. Built for spins, shuvits, and poppy tricks. If you’re a wakeboarder at heart or love getting playful on the wave, this is your vibe.

👉 Not sure? We’ve got hybrid boards that blend both worlds.

📏 What Size Wakesurf Board Should I Get?

Board size depends on a few key things:

• Your weight and height

• Your experience level

• The type of wave your boat can throw

General rule:

• Bigger boards = more float and stability (great for beginners and heavier riders)

• Smaller boards = quicker response and easier to trick (better for lighter or advanced riders)

👉 Need help sizing? Check out size charts on a particular board's page or reach out to our team—we’ll make sure you get it right the first time.

🧠 Boards by Skill Level

Here’s a quick starting point:

🚤 Does My Boat Setup Matter?

Yup! You’ll get the best ride if your boat has:

• Ballast to sink the hull deeper and create a clean wave

• A surf system (like Go Surf Assist or factory tabs) to shape and lengthen the wave

• The right propeller to enhance your boat's performance and handle the weight

Not sure if your boat is dialed? We’re happy to help you get your ballast, prop, and surf system tuned just right.

🧰 Other Gear You’ll Want

• Wakesurf Rope: Short, thick, and easy to grip

• USCG-Approved Life Vest: Safety that floats and fits right

• Board Bag: Keeps your board safe and sun-protected

🙋 Still Have Questions?

We’ve helped thousands of riders get set up with the right wakesurf gear. If you’re still on the fence, reach out—we’re real humans who actually ride, and we’re here to help you have more fun on the water.

📞 Call or email us—we got you.