Board features

There are three main features to consider: length, width and thickness.

Length is important, as a longer board allows a fast take off: the longer the board the easier for it to gain momentum; the shorter the board the harder to catch waves on.

Width is also important, as it affects how stable the board is. The wider the board, the more stable, and the easier for you to find your balance. A beginner will find it hard to lie down and stand up on a narrow board.

Thickness or depth: the thicker a surfboard is the more volume the surfboard will have and the better it will float.

Learning how to stand up on your surfboard is NOT the hardest thing to do when you learn how to surf: the hardest thing is to learn how to paddle correctly.

A surfboard with more volume will help you paddle correctly. The more volume a board will have, the better it will float and the easier it will be for you to paddle on it. 

edited by: GOS
www.greenoceansurfing.com