Shortboards are synonymous with high-performance surfing, and that doesn’t change for bigger surfers. The key is selecting a shortboard that incorporates additional volume without sacrificing agility.
Look for designs with wider tails, thicker rails, and a slightly longer length to help you paddle faster, maintain speed, and perform sharp turns with ease.
Shortboards are best suited for more powerful waves with steeper faces where the added volume helps you paddle in early and stay ahead of the wave.