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Shortboard Size Chart

Short Boars Sizes (Surfing)
The Shortboard is a "Modern classic" when it comes to surfboards. It is perfect for high performance surfing in small to medium waves. Recommended for intermediate/advances surfers. Not a beginner's choice (beginners should take a look at Fish Board)!
Different Surfboard Types and Shapes


Shortboard Size Chart

In general; the bigger a surfboard is, the more floatation and stability it offers. This is reflected in the size chart below (heavier surfers need more floatation, and beginners need more stability). Use this Shortboard Length/Size Chart to determine your correct Shortboard size...
ShortBoard Size Chart

Surfer's Weight: 
< 145 lbs/ 65 kg
Board Length:
5'8'' - 6'2'' (intermediate)
5'4'' - 5'8'' (advanced)

Surfer's Weight: 
145-165 lbs/ 65-75 kg
Board Length:
6'0'' - 6'4'' (intermediate)
5'6'' - 5'10'' (advanced)

Surfer's Weight: 
165-188 lbs/ 75-85 kg
Board Length:
6'2'' - 6'6'' (intermediate)
5'8'' - 6'0'' (advanced)

Surfer's Weight: 
188-210 lbs/ 85-95 kg
Board Length:
6'4'' - 6'8'' (intermediate)
5'10'' - 6'4'' (advanced)

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Tips, Tricks or Questions about Shortboards

Tips, tricks or questions about Shortboards (in general or about shortboard sizing)? Please post it below. Thanks!