Surfing Waves

hello there.

i have recently been toying with the idea of starting surfing for serious. i have had a few sessions with mates of mine, got up first wave on a longboard. last session i used a minimal and could get up in medium messy surf.

i have decided to get myself a board. my mates (all ride shortboards) have recommended a longboard or at least a minimal, however i'm quite keen on a shortboard. i reckon that i'll be doing a lot of surfing in the next few weeks and at least twice a week after the holidays.

i was just looking for some opinions on the above.

i have a basic idea on dimentions (i did read the faq), but i was wondering if anyone could give me some more specific advice based on personal preferences etc. i'm about 6'1", weigh about 175lbs and i'm 19 years old. dimentions for a minimal and a shortboard (if its not too much to ask

also if someone could give me some idea on brands and materials.

thanks,
jono

Given your weight and that you're just starting out, the recommendation would usually be for a 7'6" - 7'9" minimal or hybrid. If you're genuinely going to be getting out a lot get a good epoxy one rather than a Bic.

just don't toy with the notion to get serious. Be serious! Hope you have the stoke.