When is a soft top surfboard a good option? Well, one of the most important decisions in a new surfer's quest to master the sport of kings is buying her first new board. The first question: old or new? It can be tough to drop over $600 for a new longboard when you're not too sure what to expect. On the other hand, paying $200-$350 for a used board isn't easy when you don't know how the surfboard's previous owner treated it. One solution to this dilemma: the soft top surfboard.
Advantages:
1. Good travel surfboards. No more big dings on the rail and deck of your board courtesy of airline employees.
2. Safety: This cannot be overemphasized. The soft deck and rails of this surfboard will soften any blow to the head.
3. Durable: I speak from experience when I say rail dings are a big pain. This will eliminate that unfortunate occurrence.
4. Save time and money: These boards are typically cheaper to buy off the rack. Dings cost your board time out of the water and cost you money out of pocket to fix.
5. The soft material will also prevent you from damaging other surfers' surfboards. You will like this benefit when others cut you some slack when making mistakes in the water.
6. High resell value: It is impossible to recover your costs when reselling a dinged surfboard. When you're ready for a new surfboard you can sell your soft top and make the majority back.
7. Performance: Improved technology and materials make this a great option for someone who wants to become a fundamentally sound surfer. You don't need to sacrifice performance for safety.
