{"product_id":"easy-rider-x-ben-gravy-tri-fin","title":"Ben Gravy Wave Bandit Easy Rider Soft Surfboard – Stable Longboard Softboard for Beginners \u0026 Intermediates","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBen Gravy Wave Bandit Easy Rider Soft Surfboard – Stable Longboard Softboard for Beginners \u0026amp; Intermediates\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBen Gravy Wave Bandit Easy Rider\u003c\/strong\u003e is a longboard-style soft surfboard designed for beginners and intermediate surfers who want a \u003cstrong\u003estable, forgiving platform that makes catching waves easier\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts generous dimensions and high volume provide ample flotation, while the softboard construction offers a comfortable, approachable platform for learning fundamental skills and developing confidence. 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Its longboard-inspired outline and generous volume help provide the flotation and stability beginners typically need when learning to catch waves and stand comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a rider progresses, the board remains useful for practicing turns and developing wave-reading skills, making it a practical option for surfers who want a board that supports their progression rather than only serving as a first board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7'0\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e72 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7'0\" × 22.0\" × 3.125\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8'0\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e86 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8'0\" × 23.0\" × 3.375\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.5\" Pop-Thru Tri Fin Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRequired for Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurf wax for grip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurf leash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginner surfers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate surfers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults learning to surf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders prioritizing stability and flotation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurfers learning their first turns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamilies introducing someone to surfing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRiders seeking a durable softboard for progression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual board suitability depends on \u003cstrong\u003erider weight, size, ability, and wave conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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