Longboard Surfboard: A longboard surfboard is often referred to as a Malibu Surfboard. The Malibu boards range from anywhere between 8 – 14 feet and are often very wide with large volume.In terms of correct sizing it is best to get a board that is around three feet taller then yourself.The added length and volume make the Longboard the ideal surfing companion as catching waves can be a breeze. The flat bottom of the board will allow you to be propelled in small surf deemed impossible to surf on a short-board surfboard. The width of the board will allow for greater stability and a smoother ride. Because of this most beginners are attracted to the long-board style of surfing. The longboard surfboard is not only for beginners and advanced surfers will ride the nose of the board and turn the board whilst complete difficult manoeuvres when surfing.Many traditional surfers like the Malibu board as it allows for smoother turns and greater style and a more natural feel to the sports history. Throughout the years the boards have progressed in materials from original balsa wood to fibreglass models and now the Tuflite technology.Over the years the Longboard has been altered and changed to suit every style and level of surfing. The basic single fin design is seen on most boards however as the sport has progressed we have seen both the tri fin models and the 2 1 models hit the market.The tri fin models literally mean the board has 3 fins. Sometimes they are of equal proportion others have slightly longer middle fin. The benefits of the tri fin set-up are that the board is able to turn with more ease and have more drive through the water. | 
