Bodyboarding and Surfing are both ocean-based sports that involve riding waves, they differ in their equipment and techniques, which affects the perceived difficulty of each sport.
Generally, Bodyboarding is considered easier than surfing for several reasons:
- Equipment: Bodyboards are shorter, wider, and more buoyant than surfboards, making them easier to handle and control in the water.
- Learning curve: Bodyboarding requires fewer skills to get started. You typically ride a Bodyboard lying down, which requires less balance and coordination than standing on a Surfboard.
- Positioning: The prone position used in Bodyboarding is more stable and closer to the water, making it easier to catch waves and maintain control.
- Wave selection: Bodyboarders can ride a wider range of wave types and sizes, including smaller and less powerful waves, which are more accessible to beginners.