Surfboards

Surfing is a beloved sport, and surfboards could not be missing from the collection on decathlon.com.gr! Discover a huge variety of surfboards suitable for all experience levels. Find everything from soft foam boards that offer maximum safety and buoyancy for beginners, to hard boards made of epoxy resin or polyester for advanced surfers seeking speed and precision in their maneuvers on the wave. Get ready for new adventures! Get your new surfboard now!

For a beginner surfer, the ideal choice is a large board with plenty of volume (in liters), with the right size typically ranging between 7 and 9 feet, depending on your body type. Large foam boards offer the necessary stability and buoyancy you need to paddle easily, catch more waves, and maintain your balance even when standing up on the board, making the learning process safe and highly fun.

The main difference between longboards and shortboards lies in their size, shape, and the style of surfing they offer. A longboard is over 9 feet long, has a rounded nose, and large volume, providing easy paddling, immense stability, and a smooth glide on small to medium waves. Conversely, a shortboard is significantly smaller (usually under 6.5 feet), features a pointed nose, and has much less volume, making it extremely fast and agile. This allows advanced surfers to perform tight turns, cutbacks, and demanding maneuvers on larger and more powerful waves.

Body weight is the most critical factor in determining the required volume (in liters) your board needs to provide proper buoyancy in the water. Heavier surfers require boards with more liters and larger dimensions so they do not sink while paddling, whereas lighter surfers can handle smaller boards. Additionally, the more of a beginner you are, the more liters you need relative to your weight to maintain stability.
In any case, to find the ideal combination of length, width, and volume that perfectly fits your weight and skill level, you can consult the detailed instructions and technical specifications on the page of the product you are interested in!

The three main materials commonly used to construct surfboards are foam, epoxy resin, and polyester. Foam boards feature an EPS core covered with soft polyethylene, offering premium buoyancy and impact safety, making them ideal for surf schools and beginners. Epoxy boards are lighter, highly resistant to dings, and have high buoyancy, while classic polyester (fiberglass) boards offer the best feel, flex, and control on the wave, remaining the traditional choice for experienced surfers.

To ensure your board remains in excellent condition for years, you should always rinse it with fresh water after every use, removing salt and sand. It is absolutely essential never to leave it exposed to the hot sun or inside a closed, hot car, as high temperatures can melt the wax, discolor the material, or even cause delamination of the outer layer. Finally, always transport it inside a protective padded bag to avoid impacts and cracks, and make sure to repair any "ding"—a break in the fiberglass—immediately before water enters the board's inner core.