Top 10 Surfboard Brands

Water sports are becoming more popular every year. Thrill-seekers conquer the waves on special surfboards and windsurfing boards. To master this sport can every person who feels confident in swimming, but a lot depends on the quality and convenience of sports equipment. Therefore, before buying it is recommended to study the company, manufacturers, characteristics of the boards. We decided to simplify the task a bit, and we present to your attention a rating of the ten best brands of surfboards.

Top 10 best brands of surfboards

10 Zray

Novices when choosing their first board are concerned mainly with two points - its stability and cost. Brand ZRay - the best solution for such cases. Despite the budget segment, the boards are produced by a large manufacturer, have good quality and a lot of positive feedback. At the same time, the cost is even lower than that of our “Gladiator”.

For beginners, boards are suitable not only because of low prices - they are optimally balanced, tough, strong and durable. The manufacturing technology they chose is the same as that used by the well-known manufacturer Red Paddle. The model range is presented as standard boards, and the two-layer designs having even bigger rigidity. Of the benefits, users also highlight very good speed characteristics.

9 F2

The company has been working in the production of goods for extreme sports for a long time - for almost 40 years. At the moment, it is one of the leading European manufacturers. In the assortment of the brand you can find hard and inflatable models, and the collection is regularly updated with new models. An interesting feature is that the manufacturer equips all rigid boards with the option of setting sail for windsurfing. This solution has become quite popular because it allows you to go out on the water regardless of the weather.

The development of each model takes a lot of time from the manufacturer - before going into mass production, all of them are tested in different conditions and, if necessary, are refined to achieve better maneuverability and stability. Despite all the advantages, boards belong to the average price category. The only drawback is that they are not very common in Russia; far from all stores are supplied.

8 D7

The Russian brand, whose production is based in China, distinguished by the fact that it began to produce specialized boards for women. They are designed according to their shape, or rather the offset center of gravity. Also, the manufacturer offers transforming boards that are suitable for surfing and windsurfing. All products are delivered in a complete set, and accessories are of the same high quality as the main sports equipment.

Despite the fact that the brand appeared relatively recently - in 2015, it has already become quite popular due to specific products that cannot be found in the assortment of other manufacturers, and premium quality at average prices.Nothing bad can be said about the company, there are no negative reviews on the network, users mostly discuss product features.

7 Unifiber

The popular Chinese company, besides the quality boards, presents to buyers simply a huge assortment of different products for windsurfing. Under the brand, everything that is needed to fully equip the board is made - masts, sails, hinges. The range is regularly updated with new models, so the Unifiber brand always remains one of the most sought-after sports products on the market.

Another advantage of the company is that it offers all its products at quite affordable, adequate prices. Each new product is carefully worked out, tested and only then launched for sale. By the way, professional athletes who are part of the company's team are involved in all this. If surfing models can be found cheaper, windsurfing products from the Unifiber brand are the most affordable.

6 Shark sups

Despite the fact that Chinese origin has already become a household name, the Shark Sups brand is a vivid example of the fact that very high-quality things are also produced in this country. Surfboards from this manufacturer are almost as good as luxury luxury brands, although they belong to the average price category. Among the obvious advantages, it is worth noting the impeccable quality of gluing, robust system and increased rigidity, high carrying capacity and convenient carrying handles. The design is also at a high level, very much like customers.

The range of boards is quite wide, designed for beginners and experienced riders. There are universal models that are suitable for different types of water sports and models for advanced users. Most boards are very reliable, practical, stable and at the same time have an affordable price compared to other manufacturers. The only drawback is that customers complain that after unpacking a new board for several hours, the room has a characteristic sharp smell of glue. But as it exploits, it completely disappears.

5 GLADIATOR

Under the brand GLADIATOR hiding products made in China, owned by the Russian company DV-Extreme. The company does not particularly stand out, boasts only one of the lowest prices in the market of sporting goods. The rest of the boards are made according to standard technology, they have a sufficiently high quality and all necessary certificates.

At low cost, sports equipment comes in a complete set - this includes the board itself, repair kit, lish, paddle, and a backpack. The model range is hardly the widest, but, nevertheless, it is possible to find boards for riders weighing up to 150 kg, options for walking on water, fitness and yoga. Reviews about the brand's products are rather contradictory - some consider them quite worthy for their low cost, others believe that in extreme sports it is better to give preference to more expensive, but time-tested products.

4 Aqua marina

The Chinese brand is popular among those swimming lovers on the waves who are already familiar with its products. The manufacturer has been working in this direction since 2002, during which time it has established itself from the best side. It differs from many other firms by a very wide range of goods, regular release of new models. It is also appreciated by buyers for the fact that, with the high quality of sports equipment, it keeps very affordable prices.

The best in the range are considered to be surfboards. They are manufactured using a special technology that gives them additional rigidity - this is vertical stitching and lamination. All products have an interesting, bright design, differ in shapes and purpose. There are models for beginners and those who may be called masters in surfing.

3 Starboard

The company is interesting even in its history. It was founded by a professional windsurfer athlete. But the most interesting thing is that from the very beginning of production, he personally conducts testing of each new model. Therefore, fans of surfing trust the brand unconditionally, and consider the company's products as one of the best in the market of sporting goods.

At the moment, the company is one of the largest manufacturers of various equipment for water sports and swimming. The brand is deservedly considered an innovator in the field of fresh and useful ideas. For example, it was under him that models with carrying handles began to be produced, completely covered with decks. Looking at the products of the company and other manufacturers began to strengthen in places of maximum loads. Brand products can not be called cheap, but it is definitely worth the money for quality, convenience, design and other characteristics.

2 Red paddle

The Chinese company has seriously pulled ahead in sales and popularity even in comparison with many European brands. She distinguished herself by being one of the first to focus on inflatable boards, at a time when other firms had only supplemented the range of rigid models. Products of the manufacturer can not be put in one row with the low quality of goods, which is presented to most users with the word "Chinese". Under the brand produced some of the best surfboards and windsurfing premium class.

This is fully confirmed by user reviews - perfectly glued seams, bright colors, do not fade even after prolonged use, there is no chemical smell. All shells are lightweight, but they have impressive rigidity. In the range of the manufacturer you can find a variety of boards - universal for different types of swimming, surfing, windsurfing, speed, youth for beginners and teenagers.

1 BIC Sport

The French brand has conquered many athletes with high quality surfboards and windsurfing boards. In the assortment of the company you can find successful models of various price categories, for beginners and more experienced people in navigation. Its striking difference from most manufacturers is that, until now, the main production facilities are located in Europe, and not transferred to China. Preferring brand BIC Sport, you choose a really decent quality.

The range of surfboards and windsurf boards is represented by two basic collections. One line is designed for wave surfing and walking on the water. It is suitable for users weighing up to 110 kg and features a rounded tail section for easy handling. The second collection is more massive, stable models with a tail part of a square shape. Load capacity in this category can reach 130 kg. All boards have excellent rigidity and deserve the most positive feedback from users.

Popular vote - who is the best manufacturer of surfboards?
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BIC Sport

Red paddle

Starboard

Aqua marina

GLADIATOR

Shark sups

Unifiber

D7

F2

Zray

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