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Buying a used surfboard

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Surfing is one of the most popular sports in beaches. It is probably one of those sports which is deemed really cool thanks to Hollywood movies like Point break. Surfing and beach volleyball is the probably the most tried out sports on the beach. Trying out volleyball does not really need any experience. All you need is a net and a ball with two pairs of hands to play. On the other hand, surfing is not that easy. It is not played in every school across the globe and can be really dangerous if the surfer loses concentration. Surfing is not just about showing your hot body (neither is beach volleyball but you can do it and not lose your life or limbs) but more about balance and concentration. Like any other sport, it is an art but can be really dangerous at the same time.

For Amateurs

People who are starting with surfing should have a really good trainer (I mean that is always a must). The second obvious thing you need is a surfboard. Now the thing with surfing is, not everyone who set out to learn surfing end up doing it for their life even as a hobby (It is not like playing guitar, you know). So the clever thing to do during the training and trial period is to buy a used surfboard. Now while buying a used surfboard it is very important that the buyer knows what they are getting into. Often it happens that amateur surfers buy a board but they do not know what they are really looking for. It is advisable to have your trainer take a look at the board before you buy. The trainer should be a trusted person because a lot of times trainers and sellers have a pact (basically they get a commission for every faulty board they help to get sold). If you do not have trusted trainers then change your trainer and look for the basic tips to buy a surfboard.

Basic things to look for while buying a used surf board.

The thing about surfboard is it is like a motorized vehicle and not a land property. The more a surfboard is used; its value depreciates the more. The prices for surfboard should be really compared with other retail sites and should be really bargained before buying it.
One should always look out for the dings in the Second Hand Boards. If a surfboard has been used then it will have dings. The only thing to look out for is how severe the dings are and how much do the dings cost to be repaired. This also drives down the price of a surf board. There are some dings which are very difficult to fix because of water logging. Beware of that.
The dimensions of a board are very important. One should always research about the kind of board one should buy considering the level of expertise they are in. It is preferable for an amateur to buy a long boat than a short one.
Once you have a board and a trusted trainer, don’t wait, just go out surfing!