Getting a new bodyboard is an exciting moment – Getting a board to match the waves you'll ride is paramount.

Ultimately, the enjoyment factor reigns supreme; your new bodyboard should effortlessly carry you through your dream waves. However, before committing to a purchase, it's essential to select a boogie board that suits your body proportions.

If you're uncertain about how your height and weight influence your choice, consulting a bodyboard size chart is advisable. When it comes to choosing the right bodyboard, a helpful guideline is to ensure that the board's nose aligns with your belly button.

This measurement can be obtained with or without a board, making it a convenient reference point. Familiarizing yourself with these general guidelines is wise, as they reliably steer you towards an appropriate selection.

For example, a rider between 5'4'' to 5'8'' (1.65-1.79 meters) will likely find a 41.5'' bodyboard well-suited to their needs. But what if you don't get the length of your bodyboard right?

Opting for an excessively long bodyboard can make it challenging to control, particularly in rough conditions, and may affect your ability to catch waves. On the other hand, smaller bodyboards offer less buoyancy and may feel somewhat unstable at times.

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BOARD LENGTH: Inches

RIDER HEIGHT: Centimetres

RIDER WEIGHT: Kilograms

32"

110cm - 145cm

20kg - 35kg

33"

113cm - 148cm

22kg - 37kg

34"

115cm - 150cm

25kg - 40kg

36"

120cm - 151cm

28kg - 45kg

37"

123cm - 153cm

30kg - 50kg

38"

130cm - 155cm

33kg - 55kg

38.5"

135cm - 158cm

35kg - 58kg

39"

138cm - 160cm

38kg - 60kg

39.5"

140cm - 163cm

40kg - 65kg

40"

157cm - 170cm

42kg - 72kg

41"

160cm - 178cm

55kg - 85kg

42"

168cm - 183cm

70kg - 100kg

42.5"

170cm - 189cm

70kg - 115kg

43"

172cm - 192cm

75kg - 125kg

43.5"

175cm - 194cm

75kg - 130kg

44"

175cm - 195cm

80kg - 135kg

45"

185cm - 200cm

85kg - 140kg

46"

190cm - 215cm+

90kg - 145kg+

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