subject: The Elusive Perfect Wave [print this page] The quest for the perfect wave is an obsession for almost anyone who's gotten a taste of surfing. Many surfers bring the dedication and perfectionism that they implement in the sport into their personal lives. Throughout the surf community, surfing is thought to be more than a sport, and many surfers lose themselves in the waves, using it as a way to relax and forget about the daily grind.
Even the best surfer, however, agrees that without the right surfboards, catching the next big wave can be a daunting process. It can take a surfer quite a few tries of sifting through surfboards for sale before they find the right type of board to match their surfing style. Just one board is usually not enough. Many surfers use a mix of different boards and styles, depending on the nature of the waves each day.
Surfboards come in a variety of different sizes and shapes. Most of them are made out of polyurethane and covered with fiberglass or epoxy resin, but there are still some traditionalists who prefer their surfboards to be made out of wood, like they were originally when the sport first gained popularity in the 1950s. The two main types of surfboards for sale are longboards and shortboards.
The longboards are very popular, as they are perfect for every level of surfer, from beginner to the more experienced. They're easy to learn how to surf on, and perform well in most wave conditions. These surfboards are also the very first variety of board created when the sport first originated, though the modern surfboards for sale are a lot lighter and designed differently than the classic solid wood boards of the early twentieth century. Typically made of polyurethane and fiberglass, their modern design allows less drag on waves. They are typically thick and wide, making them more stable and buoyant in the water. There are a few varieties of these surfboards for sale, some with fins for easier turning capabilities, and others made more like the classic variety.
Shortboards are for more experienced surfers, who are looking to up their game in terms of performing turns and maneuvering rapidly through the waves. They're less stable than the longboards, so surfers will need to have experience balancing, or they may be in for a surprise. Due to their smaller size, waves are a lot harder to catch with a shortboard, and timing can be crucial. Large, powerful waves are ideal when using these types of surfboards.
Even with the number of different surfboards for sale, it takes commitment and a little skill to find good waves to use them on, as each surf break is different. Shoals can change size and location, which can affect the break in many ways. Indeed, truly perfect surf conditions are a rarity. For some extremely dedicated surfers, their hunt for the perfect wave foregoes a more traditional lifestyle, and riding the waves becomes their entire life.
