How to Select Body Boarding Equipment?

Answer 1

Body boarding is one of Europe's fastest-growing water sports. More than half the wave-riders of Spain, France and Portugal use a body board rather than a surfboard, because it's cheaper and more easily accommodated by public transport. Body boarding has also made its way to the United States, and has become extremely popular on the beaches of the West Coast. Follow the below tips for selecting the appropriate body board for you.

• A body board is ridden from a prone position or half-standing. It could be a stepping stone to Surfing, as you will develop techniques without having to achieve balance and stand fully.

• Body boarding requires low commitment, but it's moderate in terms of ease-of-learning, possibility of injury and strength and coordination required.

• Body boarding equipment can be obtained through the internet, catalogs or in specialty stores. The latter has the advantage of the presence of a shop assistant who will be very familiar with the subject.

• The nose width of the board affects speed: a wide tail helps gain speed, while a narrow one promotes maneuvering.

• The length should be proportional to your body length.

• Fin socks keep your feet warm while submerged and let you fit on to the board better.

• A leash will prevent you from losing your board and can be attached to the wrist, arm or leg.

• A board bag makes a board easier to transport and prevents damage.

• Next, we must consider clothing: shorts, a one-piece swimsuit or a wetsuit are the most commonly worn while body boarding. If your body board only sees the light of day once a year, a wetsuit isn't a wise investment. Most people wear flippers as well.

Tbody board was developed by Tom Morey in 1971, although in some form or another, it's been around longer than surfing. Body boarding requires steeper waves than surfing, so more attention must be paid to location.