“Just play. Have fun. Enjoy the game.” - Michael Jordan

Regardless of age, knee boarding is a fun filled and thrilling water sport, but if you don’t have the right equipment you won’t be able to enjoy the sport to its fullest. Here is a brief guide on kneeboards.

1. Types of BoardsRecreational Kneeboards : As the name implies, this type of kneeboard is used for enjoyment purposes and is best suited for beginners. It offers a smooth and enjoyable ride. For advanced boards, you can opt for a retooled board. These offer more control and help the body to adjust quickly in the water.

Competition Kneeboards : These boards are designed for competition level boarders. The key point of Competition Kneeboards are that they are much lighter and thinner and can facilitate quick turning.

2. Kneeboard StylesThe style can be chosen based purely on the purpose for which it will be used, irrespective of proficiency level.

Slalom Boards: These boards are ideal for slalom boarding. The sharp edge paves the way for better turning and the flat base offers a smooth ride.

Trick Boards: As the name suggests, the trick boards are best for doing tricks. It is the curved base that allows you to get air for flips, spins and other kneeboarding tricks.

3. Kneeboard DesignsMaterialWhen it comes to competition, lightweight materials are favoured, while beginners usually opt for traditional budget-friendly materials. FinsThe fins are positioned at the bottom of the board. The purpose of the fins is to make steering and turning easier. RockersThe speed of the kneeboard is determined with the help of the rockers. The higher the rocker number, the easier the kneeboard turns. The lower the rocker number, the faster the ride will be.

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