Standing Up

[Jemmo]

Hi guys,
I am fairly new to surfing and I haven't quite got the hang of it. I can pop up at home but I can't do it in the water plus I can't get up with some of the wave sizes. I have a 6 foot 2 single fin shortboard but I'm getting a new board soon. Any advice would help!!!

[drowningbitbybit]

I haven't quite got the hang of it... I have a 6 foot 2 single fin shortboard

These two facts may be related....

What new board are you getting? A 6'2 shortboard is not suitable for learning (unless you're about 11 years old and you weigh 30kg).

[jaffa1949]

Jemmo you are not alone in the quest to stand up Drowningbitbybit is advising you well.
At the bottom of the page is a number of similar questions about popping up, have a good read.
If you want a little more help then your height weight and age may help help you to choose a suitable board.
Everything in surfing is a learned skill, I reckon no-one ever gets it first go.
Just have fun as often as possible it will happen

[Jemmo]

Thanks. I am getting a 6'8 NSP Funboard because they are apparently more stable.

[IB_Surfer]

How old are you and how much do you weigh?

[Jemmo]

I am 15 years old and am roughly 65kg.