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HOW TO SIZE A LIFE JACKET
Life jackets, wakeboard vests, life preservers – whatever you want to call them, they all have the same basic guidelines when fitting yourself in the right size life jacket. HOW DO YOU SIZE A WAKEBOARD JACKET? First of all, you’ll need to know what type of vest is the one for you. Look at the size, type of vest and the material the life preserver is made out of. Life jackets are not like an apron, where one size fits all. Fortunately, they come in many sizes. Do determine the correct size for you, measure around the thickest part of...
HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT SIZE WAKEBOARD BOOTS
To find the right size wakeboard boots or otherwise known as wakeboard bindings, it is wise to look at 3 things: FLEX, FIT, & FEATURES FLEX The flex of a wakeboard binding can vary from stiff, to very flexible, based on the model. What do you like? Do you like to be locked into your boots with a lot of support around your ankles so you can carve and gain speed on the water? Then you would probably want to stay towards boot models that are stiff with less flex. Do you like to have a lot of mobility to do tricks?...
How to Choose the Right Rope
Different Ropes for Different Sports Wakeboard ropes and ski ropes are completely different. Ski ropes, you want more stretch. Wakeboard ropes you want the complete opposite, no stretch at all. Why? In order to get some major air off the wake, wakeboarders need to load up the rope. If the rope is too stretchy, you won’t be able to perform your tricks as well. Wakeboard Rope Materials The material you choose for your wakeboard rope will affect the way you ride. There are 3 main wakeboard rope materials to choose from: Poly E, Dyneema and Spectra. Poly E: This is a low...
How to Find the Right Size Wakesurf Board
Wakesurfers do not have strict length recommendations. Measured in feet and inches like surfboards, each board is built differently to accommodate different riding styles and ability levels. Bigger Wakesurfers Bigger wakesurfers are the way to go if you are heavier, a beginner or if your boat throws a smaller wake. They are longer and move slower in the water which is great for beginners. Smaller Wakesurfers Smaller wakesurfers are great for those who are more advanced or light weight as they move faster and are great at cutting the wake. Click Here to shop Wakesurfers
How to Find the Right Size Wakeboard
The size wakeboard you ride depends on your weight and riding style as specific boards have their own specialized sizing guidelines. If you are getting a board multiple people can use, base your selection on the weight of the rider who rides the most, or the heaviest rider. If the wakeboard is not long enough, it won’t be able to float efficiently. WAKEBOARD SIZE CHART Rider Weight (lbs) Wakeboard Length (cm) <100 <130 90-150 130-134 130-180 135-139 170-250 140-144 200-275+ >144 Why Choose a Shorter Board? Many wakeboarders like to ride on the short end of their...
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