Bodyboarding is reminiscent of surfing and is suitable for young and old. The main difference is the lying position on the board. Here you will find tips on all aspects of the popular water sport to make it easier to get started.
Bodyboarding is the name of the water sports trend in 2021. When you look at the boards, you immediately think of popular surfing. Bodyboards, however, are more compact and shaped differently. Lying on them you can prepare the sea of waves. Here you can find out which bodyboards are available for children and adults and which accessories are suitable.
What is bodyboarding?
Bodyboarding is water sports. You lie on a stable board, support yourself with your hands on it and surf the waves like a real surfer. Just lying down. Bodyboarding is an alternative to surfing, especially for children, because it is easier to start lying down. In terms of skill and technique, bodyboarding also takes a lot of practice. Experienced athletes can also kneel or stand in the waves on the small board. For leisure time – for example on summer vacation – bodyboards are a nice pastime for the whole family. Small children can even slide over the waves in shallow water under the supervision of their parents.
Bodyboards for children
When buying a bodyboard for your children, pay attention to which size is suitable for which age and weight. You have the choice between and . The former has the advantage of being easy to stow and transport. The inflatable models are therefore the better choice for vacation trips. There is also that give children more security and stability. So that the board does not disappear in the waves, there is also a so-called “leash” (German: leash). It is attached to the wrist or ankle so that the surfer and board are connected.
Bodyboards for adults
If you want to practice bodyboarding as a hobby on vacation, there is one for the little ones in the family at. They are easier to pack and transport and usually cost less. There is of course also the advantage that they do not require any preparation time, are ready for immediate use and offer more stability. When buying a bodyboard for adults, pay attention to the information on size and weight so that you choose the right board.
Matching accessories for bodyboards
Bodyboard fins
If you want to practice bodyboarding more professionally, you can go to invest. Because if you want to drive in deeper water, you need it to kick off with a lot of swing, you have to paddle hard for that. The fins provide more drive and with them it is easier to glide through the water.
Neoprensocken
Flexible offer more comfort and warmth in cold waters. In addition, the sole ensures better contact with the bodyboard.
Board leash
The bodyboard can quickly disappear in the waves after a fall. You stay in control with a that connects your wrist or ankle (the upper arm is also possible) to the board. The leash is often made of flexible material and is elastic.
Protective cover
These bodyboard accessories need little explanation. A practical one protects the board from dirt and bumps. Protective covers are particularly suitable for transport. But also for storage in the basement or in the attic. Additional accessories such as fins, leashes or neoprene socks can also be easily stowed away so that everything is stored in one place.
Neoprenanzug
A serves the same purpose as the neoprene socks. It protects against cold in colder waters. The thermal protection increases comfort significantly and is a sensible investment.
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