Wakeboarding Tips
While learning any new sport is going to be difficult to begin with, wakeboarding is known to be a
water sport that can be picked up quicker than many others.
If you want to kick start your wakeboarding training, there are
a few tips to make the first few times more successful.
Wakeboarding Equipment
If you you want to give wakeboarding a go, most centres will be able to rent out all the wakeboarding equipment necessary.
If you want to invest however, here are the essential you’ll need to get started.
A Board- Beginners should look at buying a double-ended board with a fin, as they’re more stable. Look for boards with quality fins
and a continuous rocker. Ronix Vault, Slingshot Choice and Hyperlite State 2.0 are all good examples of beginner boards for wakeboarding.
Check out our beginners wakeboard guide here for more information.
Bindings – In wakeboarding, there are three main types of bindings available.
Velcro bindings are suitable for beginners and easily adjustable. Adjustable boot bindings can be adjusted but are slightly more supportive. High
back boot bindings are best for wakeboarding tricks because of their high support. Read more about wakeboard bindings in our guide here.
Rope- Beginners should use a short non-stretch rope. The shorter the rope, the more control you have while learning.
Wetsuit- The thickness of your wetsuit depends on the conditions in which your wakeboarding. Most beginners will send a lot of time in the water,
if you’re learning in the UK, a 5/4mm wetsuit will be suitable for most times of the year.
Buoyancy Aid- Does it look badass? No. Should you wear it? Yes. Use your brain, kids…
The best thing to do is get down to your local wakeboarding shop. Read our guide to the best wakeboarding shops in the UK here.