Tag: beginner longboard vs shortboard

There’s a belief that adult beginner surfers should start on a 8+ board. The longer the board – the better to learn. But what if you know that shortboarding is more for you? Looking back at my own journey from beginner to where I am now, I would have done things differently. Here’s my view on shortboard vs longboarding for beginner or intermediate surfers. Based on my own experience.