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Hollis DX 300X

Material: Cordura ripstop trilaminate outer layer
Boots/socks: 5 mm neoprene socks (will require rock boots)
Features: Velcro pockets, double-thick knee pads, Si-Tech quick-replacement silicone neck and wrist seals, telescopic torso, diagonal front entry, internal braces, and expandable pockets with internal D-ring, Velcro flaps, and drainage holes
Price: $$$
Rating: 4.8

Pros: Easy to put on and take off, replaceable seals, lightweight

Cons: Potentially restricted movement due to no stretch material, fragile seals

Waterproof D9X Breathable

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Material: Cordura nylon quadlaminate
Boots/socks: Extra light flex boots
Features: Flexible dry zipper (TIZIP MasterSeal 10), adjustable integrated suspenders, reinforced knees, seam-free crotch for durability and comfort, reinforced seat, swiveling inlet valve and adjustable automatic outlet valve, telescopic torso, zip-off warm cuffs (put the glove underneath the cuff), latex seals
Price: $$$
Rating: 4.7

Pros: ultralight yet durable

Cons: slightly heavier than the earlier D9 version

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Hollis BTR-500

Material: Butyl ripstop trilaminate outer layer,
Boots/socks: 5 mm neoprene socks (will require rock boots)
Features: Si-tech inflator and auto shoulder dump, composite front entry zip, latex neck and wrist seals, neoprene warm neck collar with adjustable velcro fastening, internal braces, two front-mounted zippered pockets
Price: $$
Rating: 4.7

Pros: Durable, flexible, easy to put on and take off

Cons: Hard to see a downside

Fourth Element Argonaut Flex 2.0

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Material: Flex trilaminate, kevlar reinforced
Boots/socks: Neoprene socks with available dry sock option
Features: Fabric resists tears, telescopic torso, Duratex panels reinforce shoulders, elbows, knees, and every seam in the suit, 2 thigh pockets, TiZip Masterseal Composite Zip, customizable with Biomap sizing system, elasticated crotch seals, neoprene or silicone seals are available as options, SiTech Antares system allows for several dry glove options in conjunction with silicone seals
Price: $$$$
Rating: 4.8

Pros: Versatile, rugged, good for extreme and milder conditions

Cons: Expensive (but expected with these features)

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ScubaPro Everdry 4

Material: 4 mm high-density neoprene
Boots/socks: Socks
Features: Reinforced, coated seams, leg pocket with zipper, hood, rear zipper, heavy-duty large kneepads, removable suspender system
Price: $
Rating: 4.6

Pros: Extra soft neoprene allows you to wear thinner undergarments because of its good insulation level, men’s and women’s sizing, low priced

Cons: Overly large through the upper back and shoulders

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Waterproof D1 Hybrid

Material: Trilaminate
Boots/socks: Boots with improved rubber quality
Features: Warm and comfortable mesh lining, silicone seals, soft and flexible neck ring with silicone, latex, and neoprene neck seals, extremely durable to abrasion, new easily adjusted suspenders, improved leg pockets
Price: $$$$$
Rating: 5

Pros: Superior mesh lining insulation provides excellent cold climate insulation

Cons: Very expensive

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Viking Pro Surveyor

Material: Vulcanized rubber, two-way stretch knit polyester lining
Boots/socks:Boots
Features: Gas/water-impermeable heavy-duty zippers, rotating valves, internal stitched and taped seams, external vulcanized seams, reinforced shoulders, rear and zipper (with anti-slip rubber), latex seals
Price: $$$$$
Rating: 5

Pros: Exceptionally sturdy in all conditions, specially designed for contaminated water, easy to clean and repair, flexible and comfortable

Cons: Extremely bulky and heavy-duty, recreational users may feel it is too heavy, expensive

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Waterproof D7X Nylotech

Material: Nylotech Tri-lam material
Boots/socks: Boots
Features: SI TECH quick neck and QCS ring system, longer anatomic dry zipper, anatomical Kevlar-reinforced boots and knee pads, suspenders and adjustable torso system, and a spare set of WP silicone seals are included
Price: $$$$
Rating: 4.8

Pros: Warm cuffs and neck, extra sturdy, generous pockets, comfortable

Cons: Expensive

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Bare D6 HD Pro

Material: 6 mm high-density neoprene, with nylon laminate on the surface
Boots/socks: Boots
Features: Low profile TIZIP MasterSeal, 2 mm nylon/smoothskin warm collar with vented neck drain, pre-installed suspender tabs – ready to accept optional suspenders, kevlar knee protection, your choice of HD vulcanized 4mm neoprene BARE boot, or soft boot, vented neck drain
Price: $$
Rating: 4.3

Pros: Very warm, choice of neoprene or latex neck seal, the low-profile exhaust valve is adjustable

Cons: Little bulky and heavy

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Top 10 Best Scuba Drysuits Comparison Table

Drysuit	Material	Seals	Boots/Socks	Price	Rating
Bare X-Mission	Trilaminate	Latex/Neoprene	Boots	$$$$	4.9
Hollis DX 300X	Trilaminate	Silicone	Socks	$$$	4.8
Waterproof D9X Breathable	Quadlaminate	Latex	Boots	$$$	4.7
Hollis BTR-500	Trilaminate	Latex	Socks	$$	4.7
Fourth Element Argonaut Flex 2.0	Trilaminate	Latex	Socks	$$$$	4.8
ScubaPro Everdry 4	Neoprene	Neoprene	Socks	$	4.6
Waterproof D1 Hybrid	Trilaminate	Silicone	Boots	$$$$$	5
Viking Pro Surveyor	Vulcanized Rubber	Latex	Boots	$$$$	5
Waterproof D7X Nylotech	Trilaminate	Silicone	Boots	$$$$	4.8
Bare D6 HD Pro	Neoprene	Latex/Neoprene	Boots	$$	4.3

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What’s the Best Kneeboard?

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Updated September 1, 2023

Kneeboarding has been steadily gaining in popularity due to the adrenaline rush and amount of excitement it can generate. It is notably similar to wakeboarding, especially, and water skiing, without requiring the same skill level. Many use kneeboarding as a stepping stone toward mastery of the other two.

The sophistication of kneeboarding, however, is increasing markedly all the time. The difficulty of stunts and skills riders are able to do can be miraculous and board manufacturers are in a constant battle to make design and feature modifications to keep up with the performance of riders.

What’s the best kneeboard? To select a kneeboard suitable for what you would like to do can be a little confusing with the large variety on the market today. To help you in the process top models are reviewed below with key features, photos, and videos, followed by a comparison table, a simple buying guide, and an instructional video for beginners.

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

What’s the Best Kneeboard of 2022?

Driftsun Crush Kneeboard

Driftsun, with quality models across water sports including kayaking and other types of boards, has another excellent offering in the Driftsun Crush Kneeboard.

Lightweight at 12 pounds with a high-quality durable EPS core and construction, it has features like a continuous rocker, and performance bottom design great for tricks, and effective padding for the knees and strap for comfort and safety.

Riders of all levels will appreciate the Driftsun Crush.

Level: beginner-advanced
Rotomolded shell with EPS core
Molded EVA knee pad
Integrated tow hook
Adjustable 3-inch padded knee strap
Dual twin-tip design
Continuous rocker
Rounded square nose
Dimensions: 52 x 22 inches
Weight: 12 pounds
Price: $

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SereneLife Water Sport Kneeboard

The SereneLife Kneeboard is an ultra-lightweight model suitable for a range of ages from children to adults.

The durable construction includes a polyurethane deck, comfortable strap, and form-fitting knee slots.

The twin-tip design is great for kneeboarding tricks but is also suitable for bodyboarding and other use.

It’s easy on the pocketbook and most suitable for beginner through intermediate riders.

Level: beginner-intermediate
Water and corrosion-resistant polyurethane construction
Twin tip design
Form-fitting knee slots
Adjustable strap
Comes in black/blue, black/green, and black/red schemes
Dimensions: 50 x 20 inches
Weight: 8.7 pounds
Price: $

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Hydroslide Magna Kneeboard

The Hydroslide Magna is a thin-bodied model designed for individuals under 120 pounds.

It’s easy to ride and great for beginners with a patented hydro hook, full-size EVA pad, padded strap, and comfortable knee slots.

Young riders can practice tricks for the first time on this lightweight and reasonably priced kneeboard.

Level: beginner
Full-size EVA pad
3-inch padded strap
Patented hydro hook tow-point
Thin profile
Dimensions: 42 x 8 inches
Weight: 11.5 pounds
Price: $

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O’Brien Black Magic Kneeboard

The O’Brien Black Magic has the quality and features for beginners to get their start at kneeboarding that can satisfy experts and trick riders, as well.

It has an aquatic hook for hands-free starts and a stable, smooth bottom contour that gives a newbie a more secure feeling, and cable-activated retractable fins for maneuverability.

An EVA pad cushions landings and padded adjustable straps add to the comfort and security of this durable model.

Level: beginner-advanced
Durable plastic base
EVA pad
Aquatic hook for hand-free starts
3-inch adjustable, padded strap
Cable-actuated retractable fins
Dimensions: 51.5 x 21.3 inches
Weight: 16 pounds
Price: $$

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Leader Accessories Kneeboard

Another great board that can be appreciated by all levels of rider, the Leader Accessories Kneeboard is also priced very reasonably.

With durable PE core construction, it has an integrated hook making starts for novices easy, and a beveled edge that enables a low ride and expert cuts.

Well-padded knee contours and the padded adjustable strap add to the comfort and the graffiti-style top design comes in a choice of five color themes.

Level: beginner-advanced
Polyurethane core
¾-inch EVA pad
Integrated hook
Beveled edge
3-inch adjustable padded strap
Graffiti design comes in blue, golden, green, red, and yellow
Dimensions: 50 x 20 inches
Weight: 13 pounds
Price: $

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O’Brien Voodoo Kneeboard

With great durability provided by the roto-molded PE construction, the O’Brien Voodoo has quad-molded fins on each corner for superb tracking and a curved bottom with a variable beveled edge for smooth transitions.

Landings are softened by the padded strap and EVA knee cutout padding and newbies have the integrated hook for getting up easily.

All levels of riders will enjoy the performance and moderate pricing.

Level: beginner-advanced
Roto-molded polyurethane construction
¾-inch EVA pad
Integrated hook
Curved bottom
Variable beveled edge
Adjustable padded strap
Quad molded fins on the corners
Dimensions: 51.25 x 22 inches
Weight: 14 pounds
Price: $$

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ZUP You Got This 2.0 Kneeboard

The ZUP You Got This 2.0 can be used as a traditional kneeboard or you can switch gears and take a different position kneeling, lying, standing, or using your imagination as a guide to how you’ll do it.

The durable roto-molded ABS foundation has an integrated tow-hook, along with side handles, slip-in foot straps, and flat textured padding enabling a variety of positioning options.

It has built-in fins for carving so that it is a fairly high-performance kneeboard that at the same time offers a range of other styles that make it unique.

Suitable for beginners and experienced riders, the pricing is a little higher than the other models reviewed here.

Level: beginner-intermediate
ABS roto-molded construction
Textured EVA padding
Integrated hook
Integrated side handles
Slip-in foot straps
Choice of blue or lime
Dimensions: 51.25 x 22 inches
Weight: 14 pounds
Price: $$$

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O’Brien Ricochet Kneeboard

The O’Brien Ricochet Kneeboard is a step up from basic recreational boards with features and construction at a professional level, capable of high-flying jumps and spins, and conditions and obstacles in cable parks.

Lightweight with compression molded construction and a molded-in hook for training, it has a twin-tip V-hull bottom with substantial tip and tail rocker giving it the capability of such high-level performance.

A padded strap and molded flex pad provide comfort and cushioned landings on this model that comes in at a very moderate price for such high quality.

Level: intermediate-advanced
Compression-molded construction
Feather core
Molded-in handle hook
Twin tip V-hull bottom
Molded flex pad
3-inch padded strap
Dimensions: 51.5 x 22.3 inches
Weight: 11.02 pounds
Price: $$

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Hydroslide Revolution Kneeboard

The Hydroslide Revolution Kneeboard is low-priced, slim, and lightweight.

It has a proprietary spring-loaded hook making it easy for beginners to get up and a classic spoon shape for stability and reliable performance.

Well-padded knee wells and a 3-inch belt will keep you comfortable on this model that is suitable for all levels.

Level: beginner-advanced
Twin-tip parabolic shape
EVA padded knee wells
3-inch padded belt
Patented spring-loaded hook
Comes in white or black themes
Dimensions: 52.25 x 20.5 inches
Weight: 11 pounds
Price: $

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HO Electron Kneeboard

The HO Electron Kneeboard is a great moderately priced board for the rider who is ready to take a step up to some serious shredding.

The molded-in fins, diamond tip and tail, V-bottom, and large surface area with low center balance provide the foundation for maximum stability and control when working on moves like a back wrap 180° or hand to hand 360°.

In addition, it is well-padded for comfortable riding and has an easy-to-use handle hook to get you started.

Level: intermediate-advanced
Diamond tip and tail
Molded-in handle hook
4 molded fins
V-bottom
Large kneepad
Single-locking knee strap
Dimensions: 53 x 22 inches
Weight: 13 pounds
Price: $$