Surfing is a rich sport that includes many different styles and techniques. Here are various types of surfing and information about the appropriate shorts for each type:
Types of Surfing
Shortboarding:
Uses small, highly maneuverable surfboards.
Focuses on speed and acrobatic moves.
Popular wave type: Fast and powerful waves.
Longboarding:
Uses longer and more stable surfboards.
Style and fluidity are important; often features nostalgic and classic surfing moves.
Popular wave type: Soft and slow waves.
Kitesurfing:
A type of surfing done using a kite with the help of the wind.
Emphasizes speed and aerial maneuvers.
Popular wave type: Open sea and areas with strong winds.
Windsurfing:
A type of surfing done using a sail with the help of the wind.
Can be done on both waves and flat water surfaces.
Popular wave type: Windy seas and lakes.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP):
A type of surfing done by paddling while standing up.
Can be done on both wavy seas and calm water surfaces.
Popular wave type: All types of water surfaces.
Tow-in Surfing:
Surfing done on large and powerful waves with the help of a jet ski.
Typically done in places famous for giant waves.
Popular wave type: Big and dangerous waves.
Bodyboarding:
Surfing done using small and flexible boards.
Focuses on maneuvers that involve riding inside the wave.
Popular wave type: Short and powerful waves.
