What size surfboard should i ride?

I am 5'3" and weigh 120 lbs. What size Fish Surfboard should I ride?

• It's mostly for small mushy waves that is the local break around here. Been surfing for years but still new to the Fish scene....

• Answer:

  You asked almost the same question before. And, for some reason, you deleted the whole question. No need to re-hash those issues, there are certain undeniable facts that you have to look at.You need a board that floats you (at your size and skill level) well enough for you to be able to paddle and take off on a wave. Don't waste your time on line, we don't know anything about you, or where you surf, and we don't have an opportunity to discuss these things with you. Go to a good local surf shop (or a shop where ever you usually surf) and discuss your options with the folks in the shop. And remember, unless its all you can afford, don't buy a sweat shop made board (http://bp3.blogger.com/_hPACOtZKKko/RkSTwhvv9kI/AAAAAAAAAfg/QMqBFAtXzQ4/s1600-h/chinaboards.jpg Or for that matter, any popout: http://www.mckevlins.com/nopopstory.htm At the shop, they will discuss what you are looking for in surfing, and what works best in local surf conditions. be concerned for size and design, but don't get too hung up on "big name" brands, there are tons of great local shapers out there. Be careful about taking on-line advice from kids who may know less about surfing than you do, and the internet phonies. Anybody who recommends a specific size or design of a surfboard to a stranger on line is foolish. Anybody who would take that advice is MORE foolish. And, if you are a male, at 5'3" -120, I suspect you are between 13 and 15 years old. You will have to remember that statistically you will grow about 5 inches and gain 34 pounds in the next three years. How long do you want the board to last? And how long will your skill level be able to keep up? Remember, as you get bigger, the board stays the same. Good luck with your selection. I have been surfing since 1966, and it has been a lifetime of fun for me