Wakeboard Sizing Chart: What Size of Wakeboard do I need?

October 10, 2022April 14, 2023 by Egle Goleckyte

Wakeboards are boards with foot bindings that offer support to a rider when they are towing on water. They are used for wakeboarding, a combination of waterskiing, surfing, and snowboarding (skip straight to the Wakeboard Sizing Chart). As a bonus, we added the Wakeboard shoe size charts to provide complete information.

Wakeboard Sizing Chart: What Size of Wakeboard do I need? size-charts.com — _{Photo by Michael Kucharski on Unsplash}

Beginner and advanced riders should get the right size board to enjoy a stable ride. Below are wakeboard size charts to help you find the right board for perfect weight distribution.

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Table of Content of Wakeboard Sizing Chart

Wakeboard Sizing Chart
How To Choose the Right Wakeboard Size
Frequently Asked Questions

Wakeboard Sizing Chart

Wakeboard length	Rider Weight
119 cm 1.19 m	Up to 85 lbs 38.66 kgs
121 cm 1.21 m	Up to 105 lbs 47.63 kgs
130 to 131 cm 1.30 to 1.31 m	Up to 130 lbs 58.97 kgs
132 to 133 cm 1.32 to 1.33 m	Up to 160 lbs 72.57 kgs
134 to 135 cm 1.34 to 1.35 m	Up to 180 lbs 81.65 kgs
136 to 139 cm 1.36 to 1.39 m	Up to 200 lbs 90.72 kgs
140 cm and up 1.40 m and above	Over 200 lbs Over 90.72 kgs

Kid’s Wakeboard Size Chart

Age Limit	Rider Weight	Board Height
Up to 10 years	25 to 70 lbs 11.3 to 31.8 kgs	111 – 118 cm 43.7 to 46.5 in
5 to 12 years	40 to 85 lbs 18.1 to 38.6 kgs	118 – 130 cm 46.5 to 51.2 in
9 to 14 years	65 to 110 lbs 29.5 to 49.9 kgs	124 to 134 cm 48.8 to 52.8 in
10 to 16 years	70 to 130 lbs 31.8 to 58.9 kgs	130 to 138 cm 51.2 to 54.3 in
13 and above	100 to 170 lbs 45.4 to 77.1 kgs	134 to 142 cm 52.8 to 55.9 in

Wakeboard Fin Size Chart

Size	Weight
5.3 x 5 x 1 in 13.5 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm	0.15 lbs 0.07 kgs
3.9 x 3.9 x 3.9 in 9.9 x 9.9 x 9.9 cm	0.18 lbs 0.08 kgs
6 x 3 x 0.1 in 15.2 x 7.6 x 0.3 cm	0.55 lbs 0.25 kgs
8.5 x 5 x 1 in 21.6 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm	2 lbs 0.9 kgs

Men Wakeboard Shoe Size

Sizing	XS/SM	M	L	XL	XXL
USA	6.5 – 7.5	8.0 – 9.0	9.5 – 10.5	11.0 – 12.0	13.0 and above
UK	5.5 – 6.5	7.0 – 8.0	8.5 – 9.5	10.0 – 11.0	12.0 and above
EUR	38.5 – 40	40.5 – 42.5	42.5 – 44.0	44.5 – 45.5	47.0 and above
Measurement	24.5 – 25.5 cm 9.6 – 10.0 in	26.0 – 27.0 cm 10.2 – 10.6 in	27.5 – 28.5 cm 10.8 – 11.2 in	29.0 – 30.0 cm 11.4 – 11.8 in	31.0 cm and above 12.2 in and above

Women Wakeboarding Shoe Size

Sizing	XS	S	M	L
USA	5.0 – 5.5	6.0 – 6.5	7.0 – 8.5	9.0 – 10.0
UK	2.5 – 3.0	3.5 – 4.0	4.5 – 6.0	6.5 – 7.5
EUR	35.0 – 35.5	36.0 – 37.0	37.5 – 39	40.0 – 40.1
Measurement	22.0 – 22.5 cm 8.7 – 8.9 in	23.0 – 23.5 cm 9.1 – 9.3 in	24.0 – 25.5 cm 9.4 – 10.0 in	26.0 – 27.0 cm 10.2 – 10.6 in

How To Choose the Right Wakeboard Size

Your weight is a major factor when choosing beginner or expert-level wakeboards. This will help you buy a wakeboard with enough support for your body type.

You should also consider the type of wakeboard according to your height and riding style. Matching your height needs will help you avoid buying a shorter board which can be uncomfortable.

Depending on the riding style, the riders can choose from single-tip and twin-tip models. The single tip boards can only move in one direction; hence they are great for a predictable ride. In contrast, the twin-tip boards can easily switch directions, so you can use this board to explore advanced tricks.

advanced-wakeboard-size-guide — Advanced Wakeboard Size Guide by Mike Levad on Unsplash

Advanced wakeboarders exploring complex wakeboard tricks need advanced boards with advanced features such as closed toes, giving them more control while on an aggressive ride. Nevertheless, this may mean parting with more cash as these modifications increase the price of a wakeboard.

The base material determines your experience in skateboarding. So, you should compare the types of materials used to make your wakeboard. For example, foam boards are usually flexible and can give a consistent ride, allowing you to ride low in the water.

3-stage rocker size wakeboard

Another major factor to consider before purchasing a wakeboard is the type of rocker. A continuous rocker usually has a smooth curve but no sharp edges. A 3-stage rocker has a flat center curve and can disrupt the water flow, giving you extra pop.

And if you prefer combining the continuous and 3-stage rocker experience, you can acquire a wakeboard with a hybrid rocker as it offers all these.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best size wakeboard for beginners?

The best wakeboard size for beginners matches their body type, weight, and height needs. For example: a beginner of 80 kgs (175 lbs) will need a board of about 135 cms long (52.5″) You can check the wakeboard size chart to match your measurements with a suitable board.

Can a wakeboard be too big?

Yes, a wakeboard can be too big if you acquire one that matches an older, heavier, or taller person than you. That’s why you should ensure the wakeboard you buy for water sports meets your body measurements’ requirements.

Is it easier to get up on a bigger wakeboard?

Yes, getting up on a bigger wakeboard is easier since it has a larger surface. However, you have to ensure the larger board is within the range as an extremely large board can be difficult to control, making your ride cumbersome.

What is a 3-stage rocker wakeboard?

A 3 stage rocker waterboard usually has two breaks, producing three planes This board types also have flat center curves and can disrupt the water flow, making them slower compared to the hybrid and continuous rocker board types.

Why choose a longer wakeboard?

Longer wakeboards are usually easier to ride compared to regular sizes. In addition, they give you softer landings, because they have a larger surface area as compared to shorter ones.

Longer wakeboards give you more control due to their surface area. However, they may be difficult to execute air tricks with as they are heavier than the standard sizes.

Why choose a shorter wakeboard?

Shorter wakeboards are easier to execute spins and air tricks with than longer boards since they are lighter. Nevertheless, their landings are a bit harder since they do not have a large surface area.

So, if you are used to surfacing tricks and prefer soft landings, getting a shorter or lighter board will work best!

Conclusion

Are you struggling to find the ideal wakeboard from the numerous board sizes? Wakeboard Size charts can help match your body requirements with the right board.

They also offer you information on the different rocket types and fin sizes to ensure you get an immersive experience when shoveling your wakeboard.

And if you are looking for the right shoe size that will match your foot size, you can check through the S, M, L, XL, and XL measurements provided. Then match them with your foot dimensions to get the ideal boots for your wakeboarding competition.

Suppose you get stuck trying to compare the different materials and measurements, don’t hesitate to ask for help in the comments below. Our professionals will walk you through the journey of finding the perfect wakeboard!

Picture in this post is by Mike Levad on Unsplash