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Category Archives: Soft Top Surfboards

The Soft Top Surfboards category has posts, guides, info, and suggestions for the one thing every surfer has to have!

Best Starter Surfboards for Adults 21 and Up

Donny February 26, 2025 Leave a comment
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Dreaming of catching your first wave but are overwhelmed by surfboard options? You’re not alone—especially if you’re an adult between 21 and 85 just starting out. Whether you’re a 20-something craving a new adventure or a 40 to 80-something checking surfing off your bucket list, picking the right board can make or break your first […]

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How To Spot A Bad Surfboard Before You Ride or Buy

Donny February 25, 2025 Leave a comment
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Whether you’re checking out your own board or shopping for a second-hand surfboard, knowing how to spot the signs of damage or wear is crazy important. Let’s break down how to know if a surfboard is bad. We’ll be going over both soft tops and hard top surfboards so you know if you’re dealing with […]

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Best Soft Top Surfboard Brands for Beginners: FAQs Answered

Donny February 19, 2025 Leave a comment
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When I bought a soft top as my first surfboard I had a lot of doubts I had made the wrong decision. Now, more than ten years later, I am glad I did. From time to time I still take my soft top “foamy” out for some fun in the waves. It doesn’t matter if […]

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Rent vs Buy Surf Gear: What’s Best for Beginners?

Donny February 17, 2025 Leave a comment
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If you’re new to surfing, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether to rent or buy your surf gear. Both options have their pros and cons. The right choice depends on factors like how often you plan to surf, your budget, and how much of the time you can surf. So, […]

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Waxing a soft top surfboard: A Beginners Guide

Donny February 15, 2025 Leave a comment
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Introduction: Why Waxing Your Soft Top Is A Game-Changer So, you’ve snagged your first soft top surfboard—maybe a foamie from Costco or a gnarly Catch Surf board—and you’re itching to paddle out. As an adult beginner, you’re stoked to hit the waves, but here’s the deal: that board’s not ready until you wax it. Sure, […]

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Beginner Surfboard Size Chart: Choosing the Right Board

Donny February 13, 2025 Leave a comment
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Getting ready to buy your first board? So gnarly! Here’s the deal: picking the right surfboard size can be almost a make-or-break for a lot of beginners. Too small, and you’re sinking like a stone; too big, and you’re wrestling a yacht. I’ve been there, flailing on a board that didn’t fit, and trust me, […]

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I decided to start surfing as a hobby but found that it is so much more. It’s a lifestyle and surfing has been such a big part of my life for the past ten years. When I was getting started surfing I made so many mistakes, took a lot of bad advice, and spent a lot of time wiping out. Luckily I stuck with it and over time gotten better and better at it. I decided to start Start Surf Now as a place where new surfers can get info, advice, tips, and surf gear recommendations that’ll actually boost your surfing adventures.

One of the best bits of advice I got when I started out was to have as much fun as possible and not to overthink it. Sure, at times you’ll feel awkward and for sure look stupid, but remember it’s all about having fun. Try not to be so hard on yourself when you’re out in the waves. Another piece of advice I got was never to surf outside of your abilities. Always surf safe and follow lifeguard or coast guard warnings. Your safety in the water is the most important thing to remember!

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