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Soft-Skim Beginner & Intermediate Performance Skimboard – 48" Forgiving High-Performance Skimboard
Overview
Get your skim on! The Soft-Skim is designed to make learning and progressing on a skimboard more approachable without sacrificing the performance characteristics riders want as their skills develop.
With a forgiving design, performance-oriented shape and rocker, and durable dual-composite construction, the Soft-Skim provides a stable platform for learning while offering the control and maneuverability needed to progress into more advanced skimboarding.
At 48" long and 22.5" wide, it provides a substantial riding platform for beginners and intermediate riders while maintaining a responsive feel on the water.
Key Features
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Beginner-Friendly Performance – A more forgiving design helps new riders build confidence while learning fundamental skimboarding techniques.
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Performance Shape & Rocker – Designed for improved control, maneuverability, and responsiveness as your skills progress.
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Dual-Composite Core – High-pressure construction provides a durable foundation designed to withstand the demands of regular riding.
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Four Wood Stringers – Reinforced internal construction adds structural support and durability.
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High-Density Slick Bottom – A durable slick deck bottom helps the board move smoothly across the riding surface.
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Progression-Oriented Design – Suitable for beginners while providing enough performance to remain useful as riders develop their skills.
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Surf Wax Required – Apply surf wax to the riding surface for proper traction and grip.
Why This Skimboard Stands Out
The Soft-Skim bridges the gap between a forgiving learner board and a performance-oriented skimboard. Its combination of a high-performance shape, controlled rocker, reinforced construction, and forgiving ride characteristics gives newer riders a platform they can grow into.
Whether you're learning the fundamentals or working toward more confident turns and maneuvers, the Soft-Skim is built to support progression without making the learning curve unnecessarily intimidating.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Board Size | 48" × 22.5" × 1.25" |
| Skill Level | Beginner to Intermediate |
| Weight Limit | Up to 180 lbs |
| Construction | Dual-composite core |
| Reinforcement | Four wood stringers |
| Bottom | High-density slick |
| Shape | Performance-oriented |
| Rocker | Performance rocker |
| Grip | Surf wax required |
Who It's For
The Soft-Skim is ideal for:
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First-time skimboarders learning the fundamentals
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Beginner riders looking for a more forgiving platform
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Intermediate riders continuing to develop their skills
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Riders who want a balance of stability, control, and maneuverability
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Riders up to 180 lbs looking for a dedicated skimboard for progression
Built to Learn. Designed to Progress.
The Soft-Skim gives new and developing riders a confident starting point while retaining the performance-oriented shape and construction needed to keep up as their skills improve.
