is this board durable enough to use at the beach just beyond the waves and surf a wave in to shore and repeat. I am 62" and weigh 230 lbs.
2023853
If you're 6'2" and 230, you need a way longer paddle board. Nothing shorter than 12'6". I'm only 5'7" and all of my boards are over 12. -You'll be bailing left and right. I got this one for my kids.
2023854
It is definitely durable enough to be used in the ocean or a bay as a paddle bord. It is not a surf board, and I don't think it should be used to "surf a wave into shore".
1882518
It is regularly used for a longboard, the Costco beginners foam? one.I purchased it for the neighbor gal who is 13, and she didn't have any issues riding the 2 miles to the surf!
698003
I weigh 130 and it is easy to control. I actually highly recommend this board. It is the only board I've ever bought but it seems to work really great.
1228236
I bought the ARK for my bride in 2012 and she absolutely loves it. I would highly recommend this board for beginners through intermediates. Its also very stable that I (200 lbs) can enjoy it. Scott
1754356
Definitely not. It's noce and thick so you don't have to worry about it breaking easily, the wheels are very smooth to ride on and the trucks make the handling of the board quite easy.
1797401
I'm sorry but our board has been deflated for the winter. We live in Wisconsin and used the paddle board on a small lake that I live on. No waves so I can't really give you an idea on how it works in those conditions. We enjoyed it during the summer months and it is very sturdy since my grandsons are all football players and well over 6 feet tall and over 200 lbs. Hope this helps.
1882517
Hi Stephanie, Thank you for your inquiry. We do not recommend surfboards over 8ft. Regards,
2164665
I bought this board as a gift for my 19 year old son, who weight around 185. He has been on it consistently since Christmas 2012. Since there is 45 pounds difference, I can't say definitively but I can say this is a strong board and I would think you would have no problems using this at that weight. Seems to be very sturdy and well made.
1810838
I would go bigger, as a beginner the bigger the board the easier to get started. This board is light enough even at a larger size. I HAVE ridden this one though and I'm 5'8 150. So it will work. Bigger boards are more stable and make catching the waves WAY easier. Having said that for it's size this board has plenty of float and is stiff enough to support your size easily.
1353678
I'm 5'2" 125# this is an excellent board for me. I've only fallen once, and have used it for three eight mile float trips, and lots of shorter trips on the milder portions of the Colorado River (Parker Strip). It weighs 50# but after a month of using it, I can pick it up and carry it upstairs by myself. I am 61 years old. I'm guessing your wife will love it.
1500351
My husband ordered this board for himself. He's 210lbs & when he stepped on the board, the board almost broke in half. He gave it to my brother which is 135lbs & you see the board bend a little but not too much. My husband wouldn't suggest this board for anybody over 150lbs. My husband has been longboarding for over 10 years. Hope this helps you with your decision on the board.
1639897
Yes, our son loves this surfboard and he can stand and ride the waves. He is much smaller, only age 7 and weighs around 50 lbs. I would check and see what the suggested weight limit is...but we are very happy with this board!
1178741
No. Absolutely not. The board is super flexible and rides maybe an inch above the ground. I bought this for my son and he's 145 and the bottom is marked and nicked from just going over unever surfaces on his way to school. It sways down a lot with him on it.
1072788
yes ive ridden boards at walmart down aisles before its pretty much the same. im about 135 lbs so u should be fine. its a very nice board i definitely recommend it.
714853
Taller kids with great balance should be OK with this. 7' board would be ok if you have smaller waves, but with 4' or higher waves I would say this board would be fine.
1353679
My wife is 5'6(130lb) and it works great. Im 6'1 (190lb) and its great for me too. Its a little heavy/awkward for a smaller lady to carry but can be done. At 5'3 she might be able to go with a shorter/smaller board too. They are great boards though.
560809
Probably depends on your level of skill and the force of the water, but at 120 lbs, I think the board is big enough.