The Toolshed · Boards guide
Soft-top
The most fun board on Earth.
Foamies float like a couch, forgive every wobble, and don't bruise your ribs. Every good surfer started here, and half of them still ride one on small days for the pure joy.
Best for
- First 20 sessions
- Small mushy waves
- Reset weeks
- Family beach days
Strengths
- Ridiculously stable
- Catches almost anything
- Safe on you and safe on others
Watch out for
- Sluggish in bigger surf
- Not built for tight turns
Typical size
8'0" to 9'0" long, wide and thick
70 to 95 litres for most adults
"Progression on easy mode."