{"id":133974,"date":"2024-12-27T12:50:34","date_gmt":"2024-12-27T12:50:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/?p=133974"},"modified":"2025-11-14T07:57:40","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T07:57:40","slug":"when-to-switch-surfboards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/when-to-switch-surfboards\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Switch Surfboards?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><b>Pe\u00f1a Txuri Surf School<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we help you identify when it&#8217;s the right time to make the leap to a new board, always tailored to your level and needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why Is It Important to Choose the Right Surfboard?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right surfboard not only affects your performance but also your safety and comfort in the water. Using an inadequate board can hinder your progress and lead to frustration. That&#8217;s why, at <\/span><b>Pe\u00f1a Txuri Surf School<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we guide you to find the perfect equipment for each stage of your learning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re just starting out, we invite you to learn more about<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/types-of-surfboards\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">surfboard types<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and how to choose the one that\u2019s right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Know When to Change Your Surfboard?<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>You Master Your Current Board<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you can stand up on 80% of the waves and maintain your balance easily, it\u2019s a sign that you might be ready to try a smaller or less voluminous board.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_133961\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-133961\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-133961\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-JOVENES-125-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Surf beginner\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-JOVENES-125-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-JOVENES-125-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-JOVENES-125-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-JOVENES-125.jpg 1235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-133961\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Edu Bartolome<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>You Want to Improve Maneuvers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re working on maneuvers like the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cutback<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">floater<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a more maneuverable board can help. However, make sure you\u2019ve mastered the basics before making the change.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Your Board Doesn\u2019t Fit the Conditions<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For small, flat waves, a larger board with more volume will help you catch more waves. If you&#8217;re looking for maneuverability in more challenging waves, a smaller board is the ideal choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-133964 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-SURFBOARDS-5.jpg\" alt=\"fiberglass surfboard\" width=\"798\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-SURFBOARDS-5.jpg 798w, https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-SURFBOARDS-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/PTX-SURFBOARDS-5-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Photo: Edu Bartolome<\/p>\n<h3><b>You\u2019re Not Progressing in Your Surfing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you feel like you&#8217;re not progressing, it might be time to evaluate whether your board is suitable. At <\/span><b>Pe\u00f1a Txuri Surf School<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, our experts can help you make the best decision.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/team\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet our team here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Common Mistakes When Changing Your Surfboard<\/b><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Changing Too Soon<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Don\u2019t fall into the trap of thinking that using a smaller board will automatically improve your level. Patience and practice are key to progressing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Not Testing Before Buying<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Before purchasing a new board, try it out. In our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/surf-lesson-sopelana\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">surf lessons in Sopelana<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can experiment with different types of boards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Not Considering the Conditions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Choosing a board without considering the waves and your current level can make your experience in the water less enjoyable.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><b>How We Help You at Pe\u00f1a Txuri Surf School<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><b>Pe\u00f1a Txuri Surf School<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we know that changing boards is an important step in your evolution as a surfer. That\u2019s why we offer personalized advice, access to a variety of boards to try out, and the ideal environment to learn and progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With our modern<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/pena-txuri-surf-school\/location-facilities-pena-txuri-surf-school\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">facilities in Sopelana<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you have everything you need to improve your technique and enjoy every session to the fullest.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you thinking about switching your surfboard? Choosing the right time is key to progressing and making the most of every session.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":133967,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[45,18,49],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-133974","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog-en","category-intermedio","category-beginners"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/133974","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=133974"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/133974\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/133967"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=133974"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=133974"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.escueladesurfsopelana.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=133974"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}