Here are general guidelines; there can be exceptions to this bodyboard size chart.
Height |
Weight |
Board Length |
---|---|---|
6’3”- 6 |
200-250 lb |
42- 43” |
6’- 6’3” |
170-200 lb |
42” |
5’7”- 6” |
150-170 lb |
41.5” |
5’4”- 5’7” |
130-150 lb |
41” |
5’- 5’4” |
100-130 lb |
40” |
4’8”- 5” |
80-100 lb |
38- 39” |
There are two types of bodyboard riding: prone and dropknee. The shape of the bodyboard is totally different for the two different types of riding. There are also hybrid bodyboard shapes that combine the two types.