{"id":664,"date":"2021-03-11T11:25:19","date_gmt":"2021-03-11T11:25:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/?p=664"},"modified":"2021-04-02T10:51:10","modified_gmt":"2021-04-02T10:51:10","slug":"best-beginner-surfboard-brands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/surf\/best-beginner-surfboard-brands\/","title":{"rendered":"Listed: The 19 Best Beginner Surfboard Brands + Top Board Picks"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Bottom line: Which beginner surfboard brands are the best for you?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking to get straight to the point? I researched all the best surfboard brands, and listed my top 19 for beginners. From there, I shortlisted a top 3.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a board, pick one from my top 3. My picks for the best surfboard brands for beginners are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Lib Tech Surfboards<\/li><li>Catch Surf Co. Surfboards<\/li><li>Solid Surf Co. Surfboards<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I then went ahead and checked out the product offering from all 3 surf brands to find their best boards. And here\u2019s what you need to know:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshortboards%2Flib-tech-nude-bowl-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2465\">Lib Tech Nude Bowl<\/a> - the best beginner shortboard<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshortboards%2Fcatch-surf-odysea-skipper-quad-fin-x-jamie-obrien-pro-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2466\">Catch Surf Odysea Skipper Quad-Fin<\/a> - the best cheap beginner shortboard<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Flongboards%2Fsolid-surf-co-log-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2467\">Solid Surf Co Log<\/a> - the best beginner longboard <strong>(and our overall top pick).<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We picked the Solid Surf surfboard brand and their Log longboard as the best overall, as it offers everything you need to improve your surf game as a beginner, and towards the intermediate level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And when you come to sell it for a shortboard, you won\u2019t lose a ton of cash, as the Solid Surf Co longboards (even second hand), hold their value well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>How We Picked<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We constantly check up on new product releases in the surfing industry, and like all surfers, we were beginners once too (I\u2019m still not very good in all fairness)! So, before sitting down to research and write our guide to the best beginner surfboard brands, we already knew where to start.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We first got together a list of the 19 best beginner surfboard brands. These are brands that any decent surf store will stock (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshop%2Fsurf%2Fsurfboards&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2468\">like this one here<\/a>). But from there, we wanted to be a bit more specific.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We used Amazon reviews, eBay reviews and compared product specs and price. Then, we looked at which surfboards are most suitable for beginners; the ones that will give you the best chance of improving your surf game quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the 3 best surfboard brands for beginners, and we\u2019ve dropped in recommendations for specific boards too...<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>The Shortlist: Our Top 3 Beginner Surfboard Brands + Board Picks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Lib Tech Surfboards<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lib Tech is a brand that\u2019s featured on this site regularly (most recently in our <a href=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wake\/wakesurf-board-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2469\">wakesurf board<\/a> guide). They make a cool range of extreme sports gear including snowboards, snowskates wakesurf boards and of course, surfboards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of price and quality, you\u2019ll tend to find Lib Tech in the mid-high range.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Lib Tech Nude Bowl&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"224\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lib-tech-bowl-beginner-surfboard-224x300.jpg\" alt=\"lib tech branded bowl beginner surfboard\" class=\"wp-image-671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lib-tech-bowl-beginner-surfboard-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lib-tech-bowl-beginner-surfboard.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 224px) 100vw, 224px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our Pick For: The Best Shortboard For Beginners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>We\u2019re going with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshortboards%2Flib-tech-nude-bowl-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2470\">the Lib Tech Nude Bowl<\/a> as the best shortboard for beginners. But, it\u2019s worth mentioning that it is fairly difficult to get down the principles of surfing using a shortboard.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Typically, beginners will start on a longer board, progressing to a shortboard after a few months. That means you\u2019ll be buying two boards in a short period of time. So, we\u2019re seeing more and more beginner surfers biting the bullet and going for a shortboard straight up. Hence Lib Tech making its way onto this list.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5><strong>Why is the Lib Tech Suitable for Beginners?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an aggressive shortboard, but certainly not the most aggressive shortboard on the market which makes it a more suitable beginner surfboard.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In comparison to most shortboards, the Lib Tech Nude Bowl offers slightly more volume. That might affect aggressive carving ability for an expert surfer, but it won\u2019t make any difference to performance for beginners and intermediate riders.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, the extra volume providers additional stability. That means it\u2019s going to be easier to get up, ride waves and turn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lib Tech has other boards designed for huge swells, but the Nude Bowl focuses on riding small-mid sized waves. So, it makes this the best surfboard for beginners looking to try out a range of local spots with wave sizes from 3ft-10ft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5><strong>Lib Tech Nude Bowl Cost<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you look at our guide covering <a href=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/surf\/how-much-surfboard-cost\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2471\">how much surfboards cost<\/a>, you\u2019ll see we mention around $600 as a budget getting you a quality board. There are much cheaper boards available, but they tend to be from no-name brands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshortboards%2Flib-tech-nude-bowl-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2472\">a sub $600 price point<\/a> for a board packing a punch and from one of the best surfboard brands, the Lib Tech deserves a spot on your short list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lib Tech Nude Bowl is just below that price bracket, currently priced at around $560 over here; available in two different sizes being 5ft 7\u2019 and 5ft 9\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Catch Surf Co. Surfboards<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Catch Surf Co. is a lifestyle brand and board manufacturer. They target a different market to Lib Tech, with the Catch Surf Co. boards sitting in the lower end in terms of price.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the quality of their boards rivals some of the best surfboard brands in the business. So, if you\u2019re looking for a bargain and excellent value for money from one of the best beginner surfboard brands, Catch Surf Co. is the company you should be looking at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Catch Surf Odysea Skipper Quad-Fin (Jamie O'Brien Pro)&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Catch-Surf-Odysea-beginner-board-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"catch surf manufacturer beginner shortboard\" class=\"wp-image-672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Catch-Surf-Odysea-beginner-board-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Catch-Surf-Odysea-beginner-board-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Catch-Surf-Odysea-beginner-board.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our Pick For: The Best Cheap Surfboard for Beginners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5><strong>Why is the Catch Surf Odysea Suitable for Beginners?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Shortboards are extremely finely tuned. It makes surfing, well, hard. Paddling out, getting up and turning are all much more difficult on a shortboard than they are on a longboard. But, the last thing you want to do, is buy a longboard only for your skillset to outgrow it in a few months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshortboards%2Fcatch-surf-odysea-skipper-quad-fin-x-jamie-obrien-pro-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2473\">Enter the Odysea Skipper Quad-Fin<\/a> from Catch Surf. In comparison to other shortboards, paddling out is easy. And, that means you get more time learning to surf, rather than bailing face first. That\u2019s thanks to not just the volume of the board, but the stability that the quad fin setup provides.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Volume wise, even a small 5ft 6\u2019 board has 42L, and the larger 6ft 6\u2019 board will have 55L. The more the merrier!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re on a budget and looking for a product from one of the best surfboard brands on the market, you won\u2019t go wrong with the Odysea Skipper Quad-Fin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5><strong>Odysea Skipper Cost<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The big question: how much does a beginner surfboard like this cost? In short, not a lot!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking at the Lib Tech mentioned above, you\u2019ll need a budget of around $600. The Odysea Skipper? If sizing puts you on the 5ft 6\u2019, you\u2019re looking at $325. That rises to around $350 for the 6ft, and $375 for the 6ft 6\u2019 board. All in all, excellent value for money.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check prices and read customer reviews on the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshortboards%2Fcatch-surf-odysea-skipper-quad-fin-x-jamie-obrien-pro-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2474\"> Odysea Skipper from Catch Surf here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Solid Surf Co Surfboards<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Solid Surf Co Log&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/solid-surf-log-longboard-1-300x300.png\" alt=\"solid surf best beginner longboard\" class=\"wp-image-673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/solid-surf-log-longboard-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/solid-surf-log-longboard-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/solid-surf-log-longboard-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/solid-surf-log-longboard-1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/solid-surf-log-longboard-1.png 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our Pick For: The Best Beginner Longboard<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5><strong>Why is the Solid Surf Co Log Suitable For Beginners?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, the recommendations from two of the best beginner surfboard brands mentioned above, are both shortboards. Whilst they might be harder to get going as a beginner, once you\u2019ve locked down the basics, you\u2019ll learn quickly, and won\u2019t be limited by the board.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prefer to ease yourself into surfing, or, like the ideal of longboard surfing (maybe a bit of nose riding?), rather than aggressive carving? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Flongboards%2Fsolid-surf-co-log-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2475\">The Solid Surf Co Log is where you need to be at<\/a>, and all the reviews we\u2019ve read online seem to confirm that.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefits of the Solid Surf Log longboard over the two beginner surfboards we\u2019ve mentioned above are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Easier to get up<\/li><li>Quicker to learn to turn<\/li><li>You\u2019ll be able to nose ride (with a bit of practice).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Why? Because the volume of the Log longboard is much higher than shortboards. The shortboards mentioned above are around 50L in volume, whereas the 9ft Log is a massive 72L. That\u2019s going to mean stability is at its absolute max.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Put simply, the best beginner surfboard brand offering a longboard, is Solid Surf. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Flongboards%2Fsolid-surf-co-log-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2476\">check out prices and availability here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Solid Surf longboard isn\u2019t cheap, but it\u2019s worth the cash. You won\u2019t get much change from $1,000. But if you\u2019re a beginner and serious about longboarding, this board is going to see you through the next few years and beyond. On a per hour basis (and accounting for fun factor), there are not many hobbies or products that are going to offer that value for money.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can check out specs and more pictures of the longboard from the Solid Surf surfboard brand <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Flongboards%2Fsolid-surf-co-log-surfboard&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2477\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>Full List: The 19 Best Beginner Surfboard Brands<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not taken by the 3 best surfboard brands and specific boards mentioned above? No problem.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve compiled this list of the best surfboard brands. As long as you stick to these brands, and suitable board sizing, you won\u2019t be going far wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a good range of surfboard brands <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshop%2Fsurf%2Fsurfboards&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2478\">on offer over at this store here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Almond Surfboards<\/li><li>Catch Surf<\/li><li>Chili Surfboards<\/li><li>DHD&nbsp;<\/li><li>DVS&nbsp;<\/li><li>Hayden Shapes<\/li><li>JJF by Pyzel<\/li><li>JS Industries.<\/li><li>Lib Tech<\/li><li>Lost Surfboards<\/li><li>LSD Surfboards<\/li><li>NSP&nbsp;<\/li><li>Sharp Eye&nbsp;<\/li><li>Softech<\/li><li>Solid Surf Co<\/li><li>Stacey Surfboards<\/li><li>Superbrand<\/li><li>Webber Surfboards<\/li><li>Wilde Shapes<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><strong>In Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks for reading our guide to the top brands in the surf industry and the best surfboards for beginners. For those looking to progress slowly and learn the right techniques for surfing, the Solid Surf Co Log longboard is where your money should be spent.&nbsp;You can compare them to other beginner surfboards <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&merchant_id=33a96c45-e1ba-48ba-8258-f6d85aa68cfa&website_id=5cad4569-193e-4beb-bd5b-e3bd68fe05dc&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.evo.com%2Fshop%2Fsurf%2Fsurfboards&ctc=surfboard-brands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2479\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoyed your time here at SkiSurfWake? Bookmark our surf page. We constantly add guides like this one covering <a href=\"https:\/\/skisurfwake.com\/surf\/how-to-wax-surfboard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"2480\">how to wax a surfboard<\/a>, so pop back soon and see what\u2019s new.&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bottom line: Which beginner surfboard brands are the best for you? 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