best cheap boogie board for kids<\/strong>.<\/p>\nThe Goplus ranks well for comfort and durability\u2014this one is designed to last, and for the price, it really can’t be beat.<\/p>\n
This board features a leash and the HDPE slick bottom and weather-proof EPS core like our other boards, and also a XPE deck on the surface for increased comfort and shock absorption.<\/p>\n
The 60\/40 rails and rear channels speak to the high quality of the design making it an overall incredibly efficient and lightweight bodyboard for your kids to set sail this summer.<\/p>\n
Make sure to check out the quintessential Southern California-inspired designs that transport you straight to a welcome day at the golden coast.<\/p>\n
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Questions and Answers<\/h2>\nWhat’s the difference between a boogie board and bodyboard?<\/h3>\n
Time for a short history lesson! Riding the waves on some sort of device is an ocean pastime that dates back centuries to indigenous Polynesians hitting the waves on a short wooden board they dubbed a Paipo.<\/p>\n
Fast forward to the 1970s when surfer\/engineer Tom Morey figured out how to keep himself afloat with some cleverly curated cuts of foam and newspaper.<\/p>\n
Further research and development helped him eventually launch the Boogie Board (the name inspired by the boogie-woogie style of jazz music that he loved) which he eventually sold to a toy company who trademarked the name Boogie Board.<\/p>\n
These days, the terms boogie board and bodyboard are often used interchangeably much like a Bandaid to a bandage or a Kleenex to a tissue.<\/p>\n
So really the name boogie boards may refer to an amateur, cheaper version of a bodyboard\u2014perfect for kids! But with so many available on the market, there is no shortage of quality and fun when it comes to bodyboarding options for your kids.<\/p>\n
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Are boogie boards safe?<\/h3>\n
They are designed for ease of use and maximum safety. However, they are not flotation devices.<\/p>\n
The issue with water safety rests on your child’s swimming competence, ability of an adult to monitor them, and mental awareness of what to do with big waves or if they get separated from their board.<\/p>\n
Water activity with children requires constant supervision.<\/p>\n
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Are boogie boards easy to use?<\/h3>\n
Absolutely! They are a great gateway into wave riding and water sports at the beach. Boards have features such as a short and wide lightweight body design for easy buoyancy and balance, and a leash to prevent them from getting lost.<\/p>\n
What’s really great about them is the boards work incredibly well near the shoreline with small waves and can even be used in larger lakes\u2014whereas surfers need a certain height and speed of a wave in order to truly ride it.<\/p>\n
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What age group are boogie boards for?<\/h3>\n
Boogie boards begin sizing for children as small as 33 inches tall so technically even a water-savvy toddler can tote a board.<\/p>\n
Here are some questions to consider and assess if your child is ready: Does your child show interest in the sport? How comfortable are they in the water? Is there an adult who loves to rides the waves who can serve as a mentor or cheerleader? Is the water warm, or if not\u2014can you invest in a wetsuit for your child?<\/p>\n