InstantForum.NET v4.1.3Discussion Forums/TPModerator@tradingpost.com.auSat, 20 Mar 2010 10:10:49 GMT20/Topic101-10-1.aspxMy suggestion is to hire a few, see what suits you. Depending on how your skill level is and your weight will vary on the board that suits you. I have found bigger the better to maximise wave numbers caught.<br>PS Stay off my break dude!Wed, 08 Nov 2006 17:21:35 GMTtheman3/Topic101-10-1.aspxGoofy Footer,<br>I got back on a board last Year for the first time since I was 18. I'm now slightly older, wiser & heavier. So I bought a mini mal from Mooloolaba boards. Great board for my skill level (rank) and size (largeish). 6' 9".<br><br>Recommend.<br><br>Lego62Fri, 02 Jun 2006 12:39:14 GMTLego62/Topic101-10-1.aspxIve been looking on the Trading Post for a second hand surfboard. The problem is there are too many and I'm not sure what I should be looking for.</P><P>I'm new to surfing and until now have been using a mates board (a malibu with the nickname Queen Mary, because it's so big it takes for ever to turn).</P><P>I had been thinking of going a bit smaller, maybe getting a mini mal, but as a beginner is this the right thing to do?Fri, 02 Jun 2006 11:39:34 GMTgoofyfoot