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      • Best Full Face Diving Mask Reviews
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    • Gear Packages
      • Best Scuba Gear Packages of 2024
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      • The Best Marine GPS
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    • Hoods
      • Best Scuba Diving Hoods of 2023
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      • Best Hookah Dive System Review
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      • Best Closed Circuit Rebreathers Described and Reviewed
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      • Essential Scuba Diving Safety Equipment
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      • What is the Best SMB for Diving?
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      • Best Scuba Diving Gauges Reviewed and Compared
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      • The Best Scuba Tanks Review
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      • Thee Best Underwater Strobes Review
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      • Best Underwater Camera Housing Review
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      • Best Marine VHF Radios Reviews
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  • Scuba Basics
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      • Best Dive Trips to Belize & Cocos Island Liveaboard Diving
      • Best Scuba Diving Mexico – Guadalupe Island Shark Diving and Socorro Island Liveaboards
    • Colombia
      • Diving in Malpelo Island Colombia
      • Best Scuba Diving San Andres Colombia
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        • Banco Chinchorro Diving Mexico
    • Europe
      • Costa Brava Spain Scuba Diving
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      • Montenegro Scuba Diving Review
      • Best Scuba Diving Croatia
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    • Florida & Atlantic Coast
      • Best Scuba Diving Fort Myers Florida
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      • Panama City Florida Scuba Diving
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    • Galapagos
      • Scuba Diving the Galapagos Islands
      • Galapagos Liveaboard Dive Trips
    • Hong Kong
      • Best Scuba Diving Hong Kong
    • Indian Ocean
      • Great White Shark Cage Diving Gansbaai South Africa
      • Shark Diving in Mossel Bay South Africa
      • Best Scuba Diving in Pondicherry India
      • Best Scuba Diving Goa India
      • Best Scuba Diving in the Maldives
      • Best Maldives Liveaboard Scuba Diving
      • Cape Town Scuba Diving Review
      • Scuba Diving Port Elizabeth South Africa
      • Protea Banks Shark Diving South Africa
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      • Sodwana Bay Scuba Diving South Africa
      • Scuba Diving the Andaman Islands
      • Best Diving in Mozambique
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      • Best Reunion Island Scuba Diving Reviewed
      • Best Diving in Zanzibar Reviewed
      • Best Scuba Diving Mauritius
      • Sri Lanka Diving Review
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      • Scuba Diving the Seychelles – Liveaboards
    • Indonesia
      • Scuba Diving Raja Ampat Indonesia
      • Best Raja Ampat Liveaboards
      • Best Diving Derawan Islands Liveaboards
      • Best Diving in Gili Islands Indonesia Reviewed
      • Best Sulawesi & Halmahera Liveaboard Diving
      • Best Diving Indonesia – Pulau Weh Diving
      • Best Indonesia Liveaboard Diving – Alor and Flores
      • Best Indonesia Liveaboard Diving – Cenderawasih Bay
      • Best Indonesia Diving – Wakatobi Liveaboard Diving
      • Best North Sulawesi Scuba Diving – Bunaken Island & Lembeh Strait Indonesia
      • Banda Sea Diving Liveaboards Indonesia
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      • Best Scuba Diving in Bali Indonesia
  • Liveaboards/Resorts J – Z
    • Japan
      • Best Scuba Diving Okinawa Japan
    • Macronesia (Atlantic) & West Africa
      • Best Diving in Dakar Senegal
      • Best Scuba Diving the Canary Islands
      • Scuba Diving the Azores
      • Best Scuba Diving in Cape Verde Islands
      • Scuba Diving Madeira Islands Portugal
    • Malaysia
      • Kuching Diving Sarawak Malaysia
      • Best Scuba Diving Langkawi Malaysia
      • Scuba Diving in Kota Kinabalu Malaysia
      • Best Diving Redang Island Malaysia
      • Best Diving Malaysia Labuan Wrecks
      • Scuba Diving in Perhentian Islands Malaysia
      • Best Scuba Diving Tioman Island
      • Best Dive Resorts Malaysia – Layang Layang Island & Lankayan Island Borneo
      • Best Sipadan Island Scuba Diving
    • Middle East
      • Best Scuba Diving in Israel
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      • Best Scuba Diving Jeddah Saudi Arabia
      • Best Dahab Diving Holidays
      • Best Scuba Diving Marsa Alam Egypt
      • Best Scuba Diving Sharm el Sheikh Egypt
      • Scuba Diving Hurghada Egypt Review
      • Best Scuba Diving in Aqaba Jordan
      • Best Red Sea Liveaboards
      • Scuba Diving in Fujairah & Dubai
      • Best Liveaboard Diving in Djibouti
      • Best Diving in Oman – Muscat
      • Best Liveaboard Diving in Oman
    • New Zealand
      • Scuba Diving Bay of Islands New Zealand
      • Milford Sound Scuba Diving New Zealand
      • Poor Knights Islands Diving New Zealand
    • Pacific Islands
      • Scuba Diving Pohnpei Micronesia
      • Best Scuba Diving Samoa
      • Best Scuba Diving Easter Island Chile
      • Best Scuba Diving Molokai Hawaii
      • Best Scuba Diving Maui Hawaii
      • Best Scuba Diving Kauai Hawaii
      • Best Scuba Diving Oahu Hawaii
      • Best Scuba Diving Hawaii Liveaboard
      • Best Scuba Diving Palau Micronesia
      • Best Liveaboard Diving Palau Micronesia
      • Best Kosrae Scuba Diving Micronesia
      • Scuba Diving the Cook Islands
      • Best Scuba Diving in Tonga
      • Scuba Diving New Caledonia Review
      • Best Scuba Diving in Vanuatu
      • Yap Scuba Diving Review
      • Best Scuba Diving in Guam Review
      • Best Scuba Diving in Saipan
      • Best Scuba Diving Fiji
      • Bikini Atoll & Truk Lagoon Wrecks – Liveaboards
      • Best Diving French Polynesia Liveaboards
      • Liveaboard Scuba Diving in the Solomon Islands
    • Pacific Northwest (North America)
      • Best Nanaimo Scuba Diving British Columbia
      • Scuba Diving British Columbia – Howe Sound
      • Best Scuba Diving San Juan Islands Washington
    • Papua New Guinea
      • Papua New Guinea Scuba Diving Review
      • Best Papua New Guinea Liveaboard Diving
    • Philippines
      • Best Scuba Diving Coron Philippines
      • Scuba Diving Apo Reef & Coron Wrecks Liveaboards
      • Best Scuba Diving Romblon Philippines
      • Camiguin Island Diving Review
      • Scuba Diving Siquijor Island Philippines Review
      • Best Diving in Dumaguete Philippines
      • Best Puerto Princesa Scuba Diving
      • Best Diving in the Philippines Visayas Liveaboards
      • Best Diving Philippines – Anilao Diving
      • Best Scuba Diving Moalboal Philippines
      • Best Diving in Malapascua Philippines
      • Best Diving Philippines – Anda Scuba Diving
      • Scuba Diving in El Nido Palawan
      • Best Mactan Island Scuba Diving Philippines
      • Best Sogod Bay Dive Sites Philippines
      • Best Scuba Diving Boracay Philippines
      • Best Scuba Diving Puerto Galera Philippines
      • Best Panglao Island Scuba Diving Philippines
      • Scuba Diving in Subic Bay Philippines
      • Best Tubbataha Reef Liveaboards – Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park
      • Best Liveaboard Diving Philippines in Malapascua & the Visayas
    • Taiwan
      • Best Scuba Diving Kenting Taiwan
      • Best Scuba Diving Green Island Taiwan
      • Best Orchid Island Taiwan Diving
    • Thailand
      • Koh Lipe Scuba Diving Thailand
      • Best Diving in Krabi Thailand
      • Best Scuba Diving Khao Lak Thailand
      • Chumphon Scuba Diving Thailand
      • Best Scuba Diving Koh Chang Thailand
      • Best Scuba Diving in Pattaya Thailand
      • Best Koh Tao Thailand Diving
      • Best Phuket Thailand Scuba Diving Liveaboards
      • Best Scuba Diving Thailand Liveaboards
    • Vietnam
      • Nha Trang Scuba Diving Vietnam
  • Books & Media
    • Best Ocean Documentary Reviews
    • Top 10 Best Scuba Diving Movies of All Time
    • Best Scuba Diving Books Ever – Cave & Underwater Explorer Diving
    • Best Scuba Diving Books Ever – Educational & Reference
    • Best Scuba Diving Books Ever – Sea Life & Safety/Survival
    • Best Scuba Diving Books Ever – Wreck & Inspirational
    • Best Scuba Diving Books Ever – Children’s & Fiction
    • Best Scuba Diving Books Ever – Underwater Photography & Freediving
    • Best Scuba Diving Books – Pacific Northwest Marine Life
  • Swimming
    • Best Women’s Swim Shorts
    • Best Men’s Swimming Trunks
    • Best Men’s Board Shorts
    • Best Swimming Headphones
    • The Best Swim Parka of 2024
    • The Best Swim Goggles
  • Boating
    • Boating Accessories
      • Best Dry Bags Reviews in 2023
      • Best Fishing Knives Reviews
      • Best Sailing Knife Reviews
      • Best Rain Gear for Fishing
      • Best Boat Trailer Tongue Jacks
      • Best Boat Trailer Winch Reviews
      • Best Bimini Tops for Boats
      • Best Inflatable Boat Launching Wheels
      • Best Boat Ladder Review
      • Boat Anchor Rope Reviews
      • Best Boat Anchors Reviews
      • Best First Aid Kits Reviews
    • Binoculars
      • Best Night Vision Binoculars for 2024
      • Marine Binoculars
    • Canoes
      • Best Inflatable Canoes Reviews
      • Canoes
      • Best Canoe Paddles Review
    • Coolers
      • Soft Side Coolers
      • Marine Coolers
    • Electronics
      • Best Electric Air Pump for Inflatables
      • Best Marine VHF Radios Reviews
      • Best Kayak Fish Finder Review
      • The Best Marine GPS
      • Best Handheld GPS Review
    • Inflatable Boats
      • Best Inflatable Boat Launching Wheels
      • Best Inflatable Dinghy Review
      • Best Inflatable Pontoon Boats for Fishing in 2023
      • Inflatable Boats
    • Kayak Accessories
      • Best Kayak Knives Review
      • Best Kayak Rod Holders
      • Best Kayak Seat Review
      • Best Kayak Storage Racks Review
      • Best Gifts For a Kayaker
      • Best Kayak Compasses of 2023
      • Best Kayak Anchor Systems
      • Best Kayak Bilge Pump Reviews in 2023
      • Best Electric Air Pump for Inflatables
      • Best Kayak Roof Rack Systems
      • Best Kayak Carts Review
      • Best Dry Bags Reviews in 2023
      • Best Water Shoes for Kayaking
      • Best Kayak Helmet Reviews in 2024
      • Best Wetsuits for Kayaking
      • Best Drysuit for Kayaking
      • Best Kayak Fishing Paddle Reviews
      • Best Kayak Paddle Reviews
      • Best Kayak Fishing Life Jacket Reviews
      • Best Kayaking Life Jackets for Women Review
      • Best Life Vest Kayaking
    • Kayaks
      • Best Motorized Kayak Review
      • Best Pedal Kayak of 2024
      • Best Kayaks for Kids in 2023
      • Best Kayaks for Women
      • Best Touring Kayaks
      • Best Tandem Kayak Review
      • Best Whitewater Kayaks for Beginners
      • Best Kayak for Lakes Review
      • Best Ocean Kayaks
      • Best Ocean Fishing Kayak Reviews
      • Top Rated Fishing Kayaks
      • Best Beginner Kayaks Reviews
      • Best Recreational Kayaks
      • Best Inflatable Kayaks
    • Life Jackets
      • Best Jet Ski Life Jackets
      • Best Wakeboard Life Jackets Review
      • Best Inflatable Life Jackets Reviews
      • Best Kayak Fishing Life Jacket Reviews
      • Best SUP Life Vest Reviews
      • Best Kayaking Life Jackets for Women Review
      • Best Life Vest for Kayaking Review
    • Motors
      • Best Electric Trolling Motors Reviews
      • Best Small Outboard Motor Reviews
      • Best Kayak Trolling Motor Review
  • Board Sports
    • Best Electric Air Pump for Inflatables
      • Best Electric Air Pump for Inflatables
    • Stand Up Paddleboards
      • Best Stand-Up Paddle Board Reviews
      • Best Stand-Up Paddleboard for Yoga
      • Best Stand Up Paddle Board for Surfing Review
      • Best Inflatable Paddle Boards Reviews
      • Best Fishing SUP Boards
    • SUP Accessories
      • Best Paddle Board Paddles Review
      • Best SUP Life Vest Reviews
      • Best SUP Roof Rack Systems
    • Best Skimboard Brands in 2024
      • Best Skimboard Brands in 2024
    • Best Wakesurf Boards
      • Best Wakesurf Board Reviews
    • Body Boards
      • Best Bodyboards
      • The Best Boogie Boards for Kids in 2024
      • Best Bodyboard Swim Fins Review
    • Surfboards
      • Best Surfboards for 2024
      • Best Soft Top Surfboards Review
      • Best Surfboards for Beginners
      • Best Surfboards for Kids
    • Surfing Accessories
      • Best Women’s Swim Shorts
      • Best Men’s Board Shorts
      • Best Surfing Watches of 2024
      • Best Surfboard Travel Bag Reviews
      • Best Surfboard Racks for Cars
      • Best Wetsuit Booties Surfing
      • Best Rash Guard for Men Review
      • Best Rash Guards for Women Review
      • Best Surfing Wetsuits
  • Towables
    • Best Electric Air Pump for Inflatables
    • What’s the Best Kneeboard?
    • Best Wakeboards
    • Best Wakeboard Life Jackets Review
    • Best Water Skis Review
    • Best Wakesurf Boards
    • Best Towable Tubes
  • Beach
    • Best Beach Cruisers
    • Best Beach Wagons or Carts
    • Waterproof Bags
    • Best Soft Coolers for 2023
    • Best Beach Coolers for 2024
    • Best Marine Cooler Review
    • Best Beach Chairs for 2024
    • Best Beach Umbrellas Review
    • Best Beach Canopy Reviews
    • Best Beach Tent Reviews
  • Cycling
    • Best Kids Electric Scooter
    • Best Adult Electric Scooter
    • Best Folding Bikes
    • Best Camera for Cycling Review
    • Best MTB Lights Review
    • Best Hardtail Mountain Bikes of 2024
    • Best Gravel Bikes Under $2,000 in 2023
    • Best Beginner Road Bikes in 2023
    • Best Bike Computer Reviews
    • Best Comfort Bike Reviews
    • Best Children’s Mountain Bikes
    • Best Women’s Mountain Bike Helmets
    • Best Mountain Bike Helmet Reviews
    • Best Affordable Electric Bikes in 2024
    • Best Women’s Mountain Bikes
    • Top 10 Best BMX Bikes in 2024
    • Best Mountain Bikes Under $1,000 of 2023
    • Best Budget Mountain Bikes Review
    • Best Fat Bike Reviews
    • Best Single Speed Bike Reviews
    • Best Beach Cruisers
  • Camping
    • Best Portable Shower Tent for Camping
    • Best Handheld GPS Review
    • Best Binoculars for Hiking
    • Best Hiking Watches Review
    • Best Mess Kit for Camping Review
    • Best Hiking Shoes for 2024
    • Best Hiking Boots Reviews
    • Best Portable Showers for Camping
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The Best Boogie Boards for Kids in 2024

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GoPlus Bodyboard - Best Boogie Boards for Kids
GoPlus Boogie Board for Kids

Updated July 15, 2024

Boogie boards (otherwise known as bodyboards) are a great tool for introducing kids to beachside swimming and water sports.  There is plenty of fun from the start even if it is only through safe and relatively simple paddling and floating along the shoreline.  As skills are developed it can open the way for more advanced bodyboarding in the surf and then on into other board sports.

Boogie boarding is a great activity for parents and kids to do together, as well.  Boards come in sizes to suit everyone in the family and in some cases can accommodate a parent and child on the same board.

To help you get a view of the range of the best boogie boards for kids on the market, top models are reviewed below starting with a comparison table, descriptions, key features, photos, and videos, followed by a basic buying guide

If you have any questions or concerns, please use the comments section at the bottom.  I’d love to know your thoughts.

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The Best Boogie Boards for Kids

  • BPS Storm Bodyboard
  • Bo-Toys Lightweight Bodyboard
  • GoPlus Bodyboard
  • THURSO SURF Duoslider Bodyboard
  • Mike Stewart Science Pipe Intermediate Bodyboard
  • Lucky Bums Bodyboard
  • Grand Juguete Bodyboard
  • Own the Wave Beach Attack Pack Bodyboard

8 Best Bodyboards for Kids Comparison Table

PictureBoogie BoardLengthWeight RangePrice
BPS Storm Bodyboard33", 37", 41"less than 65 to 188 lbs$$
Bo-Toys Lightweight Bodyboard33', 41"40 to 180 lbs$
GoPlus Bodyboard33", 37", 41"89 to 188 lbs$
THURSO SURF Duoslider Bodyboard45"210 lbs$$
Mike Stewart Science Pipe Intermediate Bodyboard43"Kids to Adults$$$
Lucky Bums Bodyboard33", 37", 41"65 to 190 lbs$
Grand Juguete Bodyboard37", 41"60-188 lbs$
Own the Wave Beach Attack Pack Bodyboard33", 37", 41"less than 65 to 188 lbs$$
PictureBoogie BoardLengthWeight RangePrice

BPS Storm Bodyboard

The BPS Storm comes in three lengths with a weight capacity suitable for all members of the family including a range of kids.

A wrist leash and two fin tethers are included to make sure no one loses their board or fins regardless of experience or skill level.

The board is pretty high-performance with a rigid foam core, slick HDPE channeled bottom, and a crescent tail for maneuverability.

At the moment six attractive color schemes are available, the pricing is pretty reasonable for the quality level, and it comes with a 1-year money-back guarantee for an added layer of confidence.

  • Length: 33, 37, or 41 inches
  • Recommended Weight: 33″ – <65 pounds, 37″ – 60 to 120 pounds, 41″ – 120 to 188 pounds
  • EPS core
  • Fast HDPE (high-density polyethylene) bottom
  • Rear channels to maintain contact
  • Crescent tail
  • Accessories: coiled wrist leash, 2 fin tethers
  • Currently available in 6 color designs
  • 1-year money-back guarantee
  • Price: $$

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Bo-Toys Lightweight Bodyboard

Available in two lengths suitable for kids above 40 pounds all the way to 180-pound adults, the Bo-Toys Lightweight Bodyboard is low-priced but offers high performance to those ready for it.

It has a rigid EPS core, slick polyethylene bottom, a crescent tail, and 60/40 rails for maneuverability.

Available in blue, red, or pink, it comes with a leash and wristband, and a generous 100% satisfaction guarantee.

  • Length: 33 or 41 inches
  • Recommended Weight Range: 40-180 pounds
  • EPS core
  • Fast HDPE (high-density polyethylene) bottom
  • 60/40 rails for maneuverability
  • Crescent tail
  • Accessories: wristband with a leash
  • Currently available in blue, red, or pink
  • Low-priced
  • 100% satisfaction guarantee
  • Price: $

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GoPlus Bodyboard

The GoPlus Bodyboard has eye-catching seashore designs and comes in three lengths that fit people from 4’ to 5’11”, a range that will handle most members of the family.

This is another board that is suitable for boogie boarders at all stages of the developmental process with high-performance design and materials.

An impact-resistant, soft XPE deck is a feature this one has that most of the others lack.

It also includes a leash with a wristband and has a price toward the lower end of the range.

  • Length: 33, 37, or 41 inches
  • Recommended Maximum Weights: 33″ – 89 lbs, 37″ – 122 lbs, 41″ – 189 lbs
  • Height Range: 4’ – 5’11”
  • EPS core
  • Impact-resistant XPE deck
  • Fast HDPE bottom
  • 60/40 rails for control and maneuverability
  • Rear channels to maintain contact
  • Crescent tail
  • Accessories: leash with a wristband
  • Currently available in blue, green, navy, red, rose, yellow, and yellow & blue designs
  • Low-priced
  • Price: $

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THURSO SURF Duoslider Bodyboard

The THURSO SURF Duoslider is large compared to the other models suitable for children reviewed here because it is designed for an adult and a small child to ride together.

To accommodate the two it has dual handles, a comfortable contoured deck, and two leashes.

A heat-laminated IXPE deck and HDPE bottom are extra durable and will keep it in action for years.

It is available in red or with the attractive THURSO SURF blue and white stripe and wood laminated look, and a reasonable price to go along with it.

  • Length: 45 inches
  • Recommended Maximum Weight: 210 pounds
  • EPS core
  • Impact-resistant high-density heat-laminated 4mm IXPE deck
  • Fast heat-laminated HDPE bottom
  • Integrated dual handles
  • Comfortable contoured deck
  • Crescent tail
  • 2 leashes
  • Price: $$

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Mike Stewart Science Pipe Intermediate Bodyboard

The Mike Stewart Pipe Intermediate Bodyboard comes from the line of the top bodyboarding pro and is a little higher priced than the other models here but has some premium features and a design to show for it.

Suitable for kids and adults from beginner-level on up it’s a board to grow with especially since it has PE stringers, heat-welded seams, and other high-quality construction features that make the longevity of service assured.

The only tiny drawback is that you will have to purchase a leash separately.

  • Length: 43 inches
  • Suitable for kids and adults
  • PE core – softer and heavier than EPS
  • Cullucushion 8-pound PE deck
  • Fast HDPE bottom
  • PE stringers for rigidity
  • Durable heat-welded seams
  • 55/45 rails for control and maneuverability
  • Graduated channels to maintain contact
  • Crescent tail
  • Comes in royal blue/black/electric blue or yellow/aqua
  • A leash is not included
  • Price: $$$

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Lucky Bums Bodyboard

The Lucky Bums Bodyboard is a very low-budget yet surprisingly high-quality model that comes in 3 lengths to suit youngsters and adults.

It’s rigid, durable, lightweight, and stable, with a slick HDPE bottom and 60/40 rails for tracking.

Coming in 4 attractive colors to choose from, a leash is in the package which has a limited lifetime warranty.

  • Length: 33, 37, or 41 inches
  • Recommended Weight Range: 65-190 pounds
  • EPS core
  • 8-pound PE deck
  • Smooth HDPE high-density polyethylene bottom
  • 60/40 rails for maneuverability and control
  • Rear channels to maintain contact
  • Crescent tail
  • Includes a leash with a wrist strap
  • Choice of blue, pink, orange, or green
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Low-priced
  • Price: $

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Grand Juguete Bodyboard

The Grande Juguete Bodyboard is a durable, buoyant, lightweight board that comes in two lengths suitable for youngsters as light as 60 pounds up to full-sized 188-pound adults.

It has quality construction with a fast HDPE bottom, EPS core, and 60/40 rails for maneuverability.

Ready to use right out of the box, a leash is included and there are three bright colors to choose from.

The pricing is low and backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

  • Length: 37 or 41 inches
  • Recommended Weight Range: 60-188 pounds
  • EPS core
  • Fast HDPE (high-density polyethylene) bottom
  • 60/40 rails for maneuverability and control
  • Crescent tail
  • Includes a leash with a wrist strap
  • Choice of green, pink, or red
  • 100% satisfaction guaranteed
  • Low-priced
  • Price: $

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Own the Wave Beach Attack Pack Bodyboard

The Own the Wave Beach Attack Pack Bodyboard is another high-quality model available in sizes for the whole family.

Durable, lightweight construction is complemented by performance features and includes a leash and fin tethers great for kids to make sure they don’t lose anything.

It comes in 9 possible colors with an eye-catching “Wave Weapon” graphic emblazoned on the deck.

Moderately priced, the manufacturer has a reputation for good service and provides a 100% guarantee.

  • Length: 33, 37 or 41 inches
  • Recommended Weight Range: 33″ – <65 pounds, 37″ – 60 to 120 pounds, 41″ – 120 to 188 pounds
  • Lightweight EPS core
  • HDPE slick bottom
  • 60/40 rails for maneuverability and control
  • Rear bottom channels for maintaining contact
  • Crescent tail
  • Coiled leash and fin tethers included
  • Choice of 9 colors
  • 100% guarantee
  • Price: $$

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Best Boogie Boards for Kids Buying Guide

Size – To perform effectively, the boogie board needs to consider the rider’s height and weight.  The manufacturers generally outline pretty specifically the range of sizes a board can effectively accommodate.  A number of boards are available with a length of 33 inches that oftentimes are suitable for kids 80 pounds and under.  Otherwise, there are longer models to suit bigger kids and adults.  This boogie board sizing graphic can be used as a guideline.

Use – When selecting a boogie board for a kid it is worth asking just what level of use you anticipate.  There are boards available that are durable with performance features appropriate for serious use (like the models reviewed above) and others that are not so robust and might best be used only for occasional use at the pool or in the least taxing conditions. Note that there are quality models available at prices under $50.

Core – The material used inside the board, or in the core, is most commonly EPS (expanded polystyrene).  It is lightweight, durable, and buoyant.  Similar materials that are occasionally used are PE (polyethylene) or PP (polypropylene) which is newer, lighter,  and more flexible, performing well in cold water.

Tail – This is the back end of the board.  Commonly it is shaped like a crescent or a bat tail.  A crescent shape is comfortable on the waist and wraps around the torso to help in stabilizing position. There are other tail shapes available for more advanced performance but the crescent tail is a functional and friendly design for kids.

Stringer – This is a material placed in the core of the board that runs along the length.  It adds to the rigidity and durability of the structure.  Advanced models may come with single, double, or even triple stringers.  Many of the less expensive models don’t have one.  While not essential, the most durable boards will have one or more.

Rails – On better-quality boogie boards rails are often configured in ways to add to the performance.  “Rails” refer to the sides of the board. They are often expressed in terms of a ratio like 50/50 or 60/40.  The numerator describes the percentage of the bottom rail in direct contact with the water and the denominator describes the percentage of the top rail that connects to the deck or top of the board.  This is of greater concern to advanced-level riders but you will see some of the boards reviewed here that include rails in the descriptions.  This article provides a more detailed discussion.

Channels – These are grooves or indentations molded into the bottom of the board which help distribute weight over the water better than with a flat surface.  They help to maintain direction by providing traction rather than sliding off the wave.

Skin or Slick – This refers to the material on the bottom of a boogie board.  It is designed to be slick or slippery to allow the board to move quickly through the water.  Most often boogie boards use HDPE (high-density polyurethane) as the material to achieve a super smooth surface.

Deck – This is the top of the board usually constructed of foam.  Some models have contours or traction surfaces for comfort or ease in maintaining position.

Leash – In order to keep your board from escaping when you fall off, you can use a leash with one end attached to the board and the other to a wristband.  Most boards include this in the package.  Needless to say, it is a useful feature for children.

Fin Tethers – For boogie boarders using fins, fin tethers are short leashes that keep them attached to the ankles if they come off in the surfing action.  This is another useful feature for children to avoid the hassle and expense of losing fins.

Further Reading:  The Anatomy of a Bodyboard

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