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They’ve been around since the 60s and are popular in the USA but you don’t often see them over here in South Africa. Balance boards were designed as a way for surfers to bring the surf riding experience home. GoofBoard South Africa in now building and distributing their Freestyle and Classic designs in SA. Made from the best quality 15mm Finnish Birch ply with an environmentally friendly recycled material pipe.
Not only does the GoofBoard apply that surf riding experience, virtually anywhere you want, but it is also a good tool for improving you balance while strengthening core muscles. For beginners the Classic design with help gain board control and grow confidence, while advanced longboarders can develop their steps and style.
Although the GoofBoard has a real surfing vibe, other board riders can also make use of it and practice their skills. Mimicking movements, rotations and core strengthening. The Freestyle design is tons of fun and addictive.
GoofBoard Classic – R1190.00
Simulates trimming down the face of a small wave. Rail to rail is the classic surfing motion. This board is perfect for the bigginer giving the most realistic ride. Advanced surfers can work and hanging ten and cross stepping. What better way to acclimatise your feet, ankles and muscles while gaining paddling balance for SUP.
GoofBoard Classic from GoofBoard on Vimeo.
GoofBoard Freestyle – R950.00
A smaller board aimed at the short board surfer, snowboarders and wake surfers. Allows you to ride rail to rail and nose to tail. Become advanced enough and remove the stops for a full range of crazy rotational tricks.
GoofBoard Freestyle from GoofBoard on Vimeo.
For more info check out the website or email andy@goofboard.co.za
