If you’re learning to surf, the board you start on matters more than most people realise.

Choosing the right soft top surfboard can be the difference between catching waves and getting frustrated. In Maroochydore, Foam and Resin Surf Hire focuses on beginner-friendly surfboard hire based on quality equipment and honest advice, not rushing people through a queue.

Why Soft Top Surfboards Are the Best Choice for Beginners
Soft top surfboards, often called foamies, are designed to make learning easier and safer.

Here’s why they’re the right starting point:

• More stability – wider outlines and extra volume help with balance
• Easier paddling – more float means less effort to catch waves
• Safer in the water – soft decks reduce the risk of injury if you fall
• More wave time – you’ll catch more waves sooner, which builds confidence

Not All Foam Boards Are the Same
Most hire shops rely on heavy, rubbery boards that feel clunky and are built mainly to survive high turnover – not help you learn.

At Foam and Resin:

• Boards are lighter, newer, and more responsive
• Maintained to perform in real surf, not just survive warehouse shelves
• Designed to actually make surfing fun and achievable from day one

Board Size Matters – Especially for Beginners
Too big and you’ll struggle to turn.
Too small and you’ll miss every wave.

Most beginners do best on 8ft to 9ft foamies, depending on size and fitness. It’s not about brands or colour – it’s about finding the board that matches you.

Get Real Advice From a Real Surfer
Don’t rely on a rushed staffer reading a script.

At Foam and Resin, all board advice comes from Craig Davies – local surfer, board selector, and multiple Queensland longboard champion.

Message Craig directly on WhatsApp:
+61 424 985 687

Let him know your height, weight, surf level, and when you’re coming – and he’ll match you with the right soft top for the local conditions.

Hire a Soft Top, Skip the Stress
Here’s how easy it is:

• Book online in minutes
• No deposit required
• 24/7 locker access
• Free delivery available (confirm time at checkout)
• Damage waiver included

A Better Way to Start Surfing in Maroochydore
You deserve a board that helps, not holds you back.
Foam and Resin gives beginners what they need most:

• The right gear
• Honest, surfer-led advice
• No-pressure access that fits your plans

Pickup Location: 60 Hastings St, Noosa Heads