Discover our selection of bodyboards designed for enthusiasts. Boards and accessories for all levels and all conditions.
Tout l'univers du Bodyboard sur HawaiiSurf
Découvrez notre sélection de Bodyboards, palmes et accessoires pour tous les niveaux. Du premier take-off dans les mousses aux sessions engagées dans les vagues creuses, retrouvez tout le matériel nécessaire pour profiter pleinement de chaque session.
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Des bodyboards adaptés à tous les riders
Que vous recherchiez des Planches de Bodyboard performantes, des Packs Bodyboard prêts à rider ou des Bodyboards Gonflables faciles à transporter, notre sélection couvre tous les styles et tous les niveaux de pratique.
Pour améliorer votre propulsion dans les vagues, découvrez également notre sélection de Palmes Bodyboard adaptées à tous les gabarits.
Tout l'équipement indispensable
Complétez votre matériel avec nos Leashs Bodyboard, nos Housses Bodyboard et nos produits de Réparation Bodyboard pour protéger et prolonger la durée de vie de votre équipement.
Bodyboarding: an accessible and spectacular ride
Bodyboarding is one of the most accessible disciplines to experience the sensations of the wave. Easy to pick up from the very first sessions, it allows for quick progression while offering an impressive level of performance when conditions become more powerful. Accessible to both children and adults, it appeals to both casual practitioners and experienced riders looking for speed and radical moves.
For several decades, bodyboarding has established itself as a discipline in its own right with its own techniques, specific equipment, and champions. Today, manufacturing technologies allow for finding boards suited to every level of practice, from leisure to competition.
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Choosing the right bodyboard
The choice of a bodyboard directly influences comfort, progression, and sensations in the waves. A beginner rider will generally look for a forgiving, stable board that is easy to handle in order to learn the basics under the best conditions. Conversely, an experienced practitioner will often prefer a more responsive bodyboard capable of offering more speed, control, and precision in the most powerful sections.
The size of the board is also an essential criterion. A board suited to the rider's build makes it easier to catch waves, improves buoyancy, and allows for better control in all conditions. This is one of the first things we analyze when advising on a bodyboard in-store.
To find the model that matches your practice, check out our selection of Bodyboards as well as our Bodyboard Packs ready to ride.
Accessories that make a difference
A good board is not always enough to fully exploit its potential. Bodyboard Fins play an essential role in propulsion and make it easier to reach the peak while improving paddling speed. They are an integral part of the discipline and accompany the rider's progression at all levels.
The Bodyboard Leashes provide safety and comfort during sessions by preventing the board from being lost after a wipeout. To protect your gear over the seasons, Bodyboard Covers also help limit shocks, scratches, and prolonged sun exposure.
From leisure bodyboarding to performance bodyboarding
The world of bodyboarding now covers a wide variety of practices. Some riders primarily seek the pleasure of gliding in the foam and small summer waves, while others prioritize hollow waves, aerial maneuvers, and challenging conditions.
This diversity explains why there are so many different constructions, shapes, and technologies. The equipment should always be chosen based on the rider's level, frequency of practice, and the waves they surf most often.
Riders looking for easy-to-transport solutions can also discover our selection of Inflatable Bodyboards, particularly appreciated for vacations and travel.
Maintaining your bodyboard for longevity
A well-maintained bodyboard can accompany its owner for many seasons. Rinsing with fresh water after each session, storing it away from heat, and using a suitable cover help preserve the equipment's performance over the long term.
In case of shock or damage, Bodyboard Repair products often allow for quick intervention before the damage worsens. A few minutes of maintenance can sometimes prevent the premature replacement of a board.
HawaiiSurf expertise since 1976
For fifty years, HawaiiSurf has been supporting wave enthusiasts in choosing their equipment. Our team selects bodyboards, fins, and accessories suited to the real conditions encountered on the French and European coasts.
Whether you are looking for your first board or more technical gear to push your limits, you benefit from the expertise of a true glide specialist who has been supporting riders since 1976.
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Which bodyboard to choose for beginners?
Which bodyboard to choose for beginners?
To get started, the most important thing is not to choose the most technical bodyboard but the one that will allow you to catch as many waves as possible quickly. Since 1976, we recommend a board that offers enough volume and a size suitable for your build. A board that is too small will complicate learning, while a well-sized model will make paddling, catching waves, and progressing easier. For your first sessions, prioritize a versatile bodyboard that can perform well in both foam and small waves.
What size of bodyboard to choose?
What size of bodyboard to choose?
The choice of size is crucial. Generally speaking, the top of the bodyboard should be between your navel and hips when you hold it upright in front of you. A lighter rider can use a shorter board while a larger build will benefit from a longer and more buoyant model. An appropriate size enhances buoyancy, control, and comfort in the waves.
Are fins essential in bodyboarding?
Are fins essential in bodyboarding?
Yes. Bodyboard Fins are an integral part of the practice. They allow for efficient movement offshore, make it easier to position oneself on the waves, and significantly improve propulsion. For decades, we have seen that a rider properly equipped with fins progresses much faster than a practitioner who goes without.
What is the difference between a beginner bodyboard and a performance bodyboard?
What is the difference between a beginner bodyboard and a performance bodyboard?
A beginner bodyboard prioritizes stability, ease of handling, and comfort in small conditions. A performance model is designed to offer more speed, responsiveness, and control in stronger waves. The best bodyboard isn't necessarily the most technical one, but the one that truly matches your level and your frequency of practice.
How to protect your bodyboard?
How to protect your bodyboard?
To extend the lifespan of your gear, we recommend rinsing your board with fresh water after each session and using a Bodyboard Cover during transport. Heat, UV rays, and impacts are the main enemies of a bodyboard. Regular maintenance helps keep the board's performance for many seasons.
Can a damaged bodyboard be repaired?
Can a damaged bodyboard be repaired?
Yes, in many cases. A small tear, a damaged rail, or certain impacts can be addressed with Bodyboard Repair products. The important thing is to act quickly before the damage worsens. A timely repair often helps avoid premature replacement of the board and allows you to keep surfing in good conditions.
