Whats a good bodyboard?

Discussion in 'Mid Atlantic' started by slopman, Jan 19, 2010.

  1. slopman

    slopman Well-Known Member

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    May 7, 2007
    Im 6'5 185lbs... I just want something to play around on. I surf so this would be something that I would use just to have some fun with....and maybe try it out on some good days!! What would be a good entry level board that wouldnt break the bank?? Thanks
     
  2. stoneybaloney

    stoneybaloney Well-Known Member

    May 11, 2009
    BZ makes good value boards for messing around on. I'd get something long though since you're so tall. Should run you like $150 I would guess.
     

  3. NJ SPONGIN

    NJ SPONGIN Well-Known Member

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    Feb 24, 2009
    BZ does have good boards, if you do go with BZ i suggest the Big Bruddah
     
  4. slopman

    slopman Well-Known Member

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    May 7, 2007
    length?

    What do you guys consider a longer board for a tall guy...I see some lengths from 40" to 44"....is anything over 43" considered a longer board?? sorry I know nothing about sponging:D
     
  5. stoneybaloney

    stoneybaloney Well-Known Member

    May 11, 2009
    You should be riding 45"-47" for your size.
     
  6. eshore

    eshore Well-Known Member

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    Jul 22, 2008
    i use my bodyboard so little that i just got one of the Legendary ones that all the shoobies use but its fine for the couple days i use it a year..when its flat i prefer skateing than sponging. I have a 44" and im 5'5" and 125 pounds
     
  7. ECSURFR

    ECSURFR Well-Known Member

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    Oct 22, 2007
    6'5 185?? Wow you need to start eatin!
     
  8. rgnsup

    rgnsup Well-Known Member

    Jun 23, 2008
    Typically, the 'longer boards' are used for Drop knee, but given your height and weight, you should get right around a 45".
     
  9. jamiewhosponges

    jamiewhosponges Member

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    Aug 31, 2007
    a 45 seems way too big to me. he is tall as shizzz but only 185lbs and something that big will feel like a boat on him. im 6'3 185 and i ride a 42. a 43 would be perfect plus there are alot more selections in sizes around a 43. just my thoughts about it
     
  10. stoneybaloney

    stoneybaloney Well-Known Member

    May 11, 2009
    I agree that 44 and under offers more selections. Above 44 will get more costly.
     
  11. eastbreak

    eastbreak Well-Known Member

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    Jun 15, 2009
    I agree, get the Big Bruddah, has a great template, board is rated for waves between 1ft to 15ft, the board won't feel big to a 6' 5" person. I ride a custom BSD board link: http://www.benseverson.com/ Ben was always second to Mike Stewart, but helped make BZ what they are today. good luck shopping
     
  12. bodyboardNJ

    bodyboardNJ Well-Known Member

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    Aug 19, 2009
    i would suggest a 43 or a 44. im 6 foot even and i ride a 42 and its a little big for me. Anything from BZ, Custom X, and Mike Stewart Science are all good boards and they all have a large selection
     
  13. tommy9'0"

    tommy9'0" Well-Known Member

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    Dec 7, 2009
    slopman you should get a toobs bodyboard..
     
  14. Boss

    Boss Well-Known Member

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    Nov 11, 2008
    Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo. im 6'3" 165 and ride a 42-42.5. Hit up a 43.5
     
  15. stoneybaloney

    stoneybaloney Well-Known Member

    May 11, 2009
    Damn, that's why I don't sponge. :)
     
  16. bodyboarder

    bodyboarder Member

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    Aug 25, 2008
    I personaly ride a Toobs Herlihy which is a 46 inch board but it will set you back about 260$ its a great quality board and you can ride it prone dropknee or standup but for just messin around i say a BZ or Custom X
     
  17. bodyboarder

    bodyboarder Member

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    Aug 25, 2008
    Toobs is the best you can buy their boards are amazing quality and they will satisfy your needs
     
  18. LOSTsoul

    LOSTsoul Well-Known Member

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    Apr 29, 2009
    Grow a set and buy a surfboard.
     
  19. OCsp0nger005

    OCsp0nger005 Well-Known Member

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    Dec 2, 2009
    i would say go with mike stewart's science boards. they are really good and great quality
     
  20. slopman

    slopman Well-Known Member

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    May 7, 2007
    thanks

    thanks for all the info, Im gonna take a look at a couple of different models and let you know what Im thinking...



    LOSTsoul....Ive broken more surfboards than the loads ur mom swallowed....think about it.