Choosing a new wakeboard is a big deal, and it's essential to get it right. But there are lots of different sizes, styles, and other considerations that buyers need to take into account. Let's take a closer look at a few of these factors for buying men's or women's wakeboards or expanding your wakeboard skills. Wakeboard Size Chart The most important thing when it comes to finding the right size wakeboard is the rider's weight. All wakeboards have a specified range that all riders should be within. This makes it easy to zero in on the general length you should consider.  Rider Weight ..read more

When it comes to water sports equipment like wakeboards, wakesurf boards, waterskis, life vests, and wetsuits, choosing the right size is not just a matter of comfort, it's also a matter of safety letting the product perform how it's intended to preform. Let's dive into the different size charts to help you find the perfect fit. Wakeboards: Size is determined by rider weight. In general, the heavier the rider, the longer the board. For example, a rider weighing between 100-135 pounds might need a board between 130-134 cm, while a rider over 175 pounds might opt for a board that's 140 cm or lon ..read more

5 Things You Need to Know about Wakeskating: From Buying a Board to Tackling the Latest Moves Wakeskating is a fun and rewarding watersport that can help you build strength, improve your balance and coordination, and challenge yourself creatively. To improve your skills over time and take your wakeskating to the next level, it's important to focus on three key areas: technique, safety, and gear. First, in terms of technique, it's important to focus on your form and positioning on the wakeskate. This involves mastering your balance, maintaining consistent speed throughout each trick or move, an ..read more

Both have similar names and involve following the wake of a boat, but they are two totally different sports, despite the similarities. Let's look at the differences between wakesurfing & wakeboarding. Wakesurfing vs Wakeboarding Gear It would appear that wakesurfers and wakeboarders use the exact same boards and ropes from a distance. However, if you look at the boards closely you will notice the differences between a wakesurf board and a wakeboard. A person uses a wakeboard with their feet in boots or wakeboard bindings that are connected to the board. It's similar to snowb ..read more

What are the best places in San Diego to go water skiing? Water skiing is one of the most enjoyable summertime activities. There are many challenges, exciting moments, and fun times to be had, especially since you get to spend time out on the water. The sun, the sea, and the smell of the ocean all make the experience more enjoyable. Also, spending time with loved ones is always a pleasure. Most people make an entire day out of it and spend as much time on the water as possible! The good thing about living in San Diego is that it's water-ski weather pretty much all year long. The days are sunny ..read more

South Florida's Broward and Palm Beach counties are considered to be "the boating capital of the world". The combination of year-round sun and warmth, as well as the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway views, makes South Florida an ideal place for wakeboarding, and other wakesports. It's great to cruise along the ICW or the New River, but you can also get out your ski rope and enjoy tubing, waterskiing, and wakeboarding in a few great spots. South Florida may not have many large open spaces to do so, but we've collected a few little-known spots that we'd like to tell you about! H ..read more

Are you interested in surfing but the nearest beach is miles away? No ocean? No problem! Wakesurfing is the latest exciting watersport taking the world by storm.  People across the globe are escaping the concrete jungle by venturing into open water and surfing on man-made waves. Not only is wakesurfing great for your physical health, but getting active in the water can also improve your mood and help prevent chronic illnesses too.  Are you interested in wakeboarding but worried by the thought of locking your feet to the board? If you're looking for a gentler alter ..read more

W E L C O M E  H.O.M.E.  HERB O'BRIEN'S MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE Made in the USA The lightest materials, strongest process, and most eco-friendly materials we have ever used. In our latest surfer lab, we created a new way to make a board that cuts out the middle man - typically you have a core, strength laminates, and then your artwork laminates. With this process we have developed a “Carbon Pro” laminate that has the strength and artwork built into one, greatly reducing the weight. On top of that we sourced a new foam unique to us that continues to push the boundaries of streng ..read more

Buyer's Guide for Surf and Wake Foil What is Surf Foiling and Wake Foiling? Surf Foiling and wake foiling, are both relatively new sports that have become a wakesports craze. It is effortless and can make foiling one of the most enjoyable parts of any day on the lake. Foiling can be done in any water conditions and behind any boat. Foils are designed to rise above water at a specific speed, faster for Wake foils and slower for Surf foils. This gives you the feeling of flying above the water. Modern foil boards are safer, lighter, smaller and easier to use. The foils of today are ..read more

The sport of wakeskating combines wakeboarding with skateboarding. Wakeskaters ride behind a boat on wood or composite wakeskates just like wakeboarding. You do not need to be attached to your wakeskate similar to a skateboard. Wakeskates have a lot of similar features to wakeboards. Here's what you need to know about types of rocker, materials, edges, and shapes of decks. Wakeskate Size Chart In deciding what size wakeskate to get, your weight is most important. Below you can find a list of general wakeskates length guidelines. The individual product details pages of each wakeskates have spec ..read more