Dimensions of a Bodyboard

The following bodyboard sizes are meant only as a general guide. Manufacturers may employ different measurements.

Bodyboard Dimensions (in Ft and Lbs)

Those who stand 4’ to 5’ and weigh between 65 to 85 lbs should get a 35” to 38” bodyboard. Those who stand between 4’6” and 5’2” and weigh between 85 to 115 lbs should go for 39” boards. For 5’3” to 5’6” (110 to 130 lbs), 40” boards will be fine.

41” is fine for people 5’7” to 5’9” and weigh 125 to 170 lbs. 42” bodyboards is recommended for those who weigh 145 to 180 lbs and stand 5’9” to 6’0”. A 42.5” bodyboard size is ideal for those 160 to 190 lbs and 5’10” to 6’2”. For those who stand 6’1”to 6’3” and weighing between 170 to 210 lbs, a 43’ will be sufficient.

44” is for people 6’2” to 6’4” and weighing 180 to 270 lbs. 45” is recommended for individuals 6’3” to 6’6” and weighing 195 to 255 lbs. Those over 6’4” and 200 + lbs should get a 46” bodyboard.

Bodyboard Dimensions (in Cm and Kg)

For individuals 123-125 cm tall and 28-55 kg, 37” is suggested. A 37.5" board is for those 130-155 cm tall and weighing 30 – 55kg. For people who stand 135 to 155 cm (weight 30 to 55 kg) 38” is recommended.

For people between 137 to 162 cm and 40 to 60 kg, the 39” bodyboard is ideal. A bodyboard size of 40” is for people 157 to 167 cm tall and weighing around 42 to 72 kg.

40.5” bodyboards are for people who weigh between 50 to 80 kg and standing 159 to 170 cm. For people 55 to 85 kg and standing 160 to 173 cm, a 41” is sufficient. 41.5” is for those in the category of 165 cm to 179 cm / 60 to 90 kg. 42” is good for people who stand 169 to 183 cm and weighing 65 to 95 kg.

42.5” boards are for individuals 186 to 190 cm and 70 to 100 kg. 43” is for people standing 188 to 192 cm (weight 70 to 105 kg). 44” bodyboard sizes are for persons weighing 81 to 95 kg and 192 to 195 cm tall. Those between 192 to 202 cm and weighing 88 to 115 kg should get a 45” board. 45” is for people over 196 cm and more than 100 kg.

How Bodyboards are Measured

Most bodyboard measurements are set in inches. The dimensions and parts to look at are the length, width, board thickness, rocker and the nose.

The length is gauged from the tail to the nose. Aside from your physical size, the waves you intend to ride on will affect your choice of bodyboard length. The width given in bodyboards refers to the widest point (rail to rail). Thicknesss is measured from top to bottom. The rocker is the bottom curve and the nose is the tip.

Beginner or seasoned pro, choosing the correct bodyboard size is a must. With the right dimensions, you can ride and make waves.