A Ryder Soft Surfboard is one of the best investments you can make for your surfing. Whether you’re learning to surf, chasing summer beach breaks, or simply looking for a fun board to add to your quiver, softboards deliver more waves, more confidence, and more fun.
The biggest reason we recommend a soft surfboard is simple:
You’ll surf more often and catch more waves.
Softboards Help You Catch More Waves
Ryder Soft Surfboards are designed with generous volume and user-friendly shapes that make paddling easier and wave catching faster.
For beginners, this means getting to your feet sooner and building confidence every session.
For experienced surfers, it means catching waves you might otherwise miss and enjoying conditions that aren’t always worth dragging out a high-performance fibreglass board.
More waves equals more fun. And more fun means more time in the water.
Perfect for Beginners
Learning to surf can be challenging, but the right board makes a huge difference.
Ryder Soft Surfboards offer:
- Excellent stability
- Easy paddling
- Forgiving rails
- Increased buoyancy
- Faster progression
The more waves a beginner catches, the quicker they develop confidence, balance, and technique. That’s why softboards are often recommended by surf schools and coaches around Australia.
Ryder has been a number 1 choice for surf schools
Great for Experienced Surfers Too
Soft surfboards aren’t just for beginners.
Many experienced surfers now keep a softboard in their quiver for:
- Summer beach breaks
- Small and weak surf
- Crowded conditions
- Family beach days
- Surfing between the flags where permitted
Modern softboards offer impressive performance while maintaining the fun and forgiving characteristics that make them so enjoyable to ride.
A Ryder Soft Surfboard can turn an average day at the beach into a memorable session.
Ryder Surfboards are Built Tough and ready for Intermediate and Advanced Riders
Safety for You and Others
One of the biggest advantages of a softboard is safety.
With a soft deck, soft rails, and soft fins on many models, Ryder Soft Surfboards help reduce the risk of injury compared to traditional fibreglass boards.
This makes them an ideal choice for:
- Beginner surfers
- Kids learning to surf
- Families
- Schools and surf programs
- Crowded beaches
The softer construction also reduces the chance of damaging other boards in the lineup.
Built to Last
Traditional fibreglass surfboards can be fragile and expensive to repair.
Ryder Soft Surfboards are designed to withstand the knocks and bumps that come with regular use.
Benefits include:
- Improved durability
- Resistance to minor dings
- Waterproof foam cores
- Lower maintenance requirements
- Ideal for travel and family holidays
They are built for Australian beach conditions and designed to provide years of enjoyment.
Affordable Surfing Fun
Soft surfboards are typically more affordable than fibreglass surfboards, making them a great value option for surfers of all levels.
Whether you’re purchasing your first surfboard, a board for the kids, or a fun addition to your existing quiver, a Ryder Soft Surfboard offers excellent performance without the premium price tag.
Modern Softboards Deliver Real Performance
Softboard technology has evolved dramatically over the past decade.
Today’s Ryder Soft Surfboards combine durable construction with responsive shapes that allow surfers to trim, carve, and generate speed across a wide range of conditions.
From beginner-friendly longboards to performance-focused models, modern softboards can handle far more than most people expect.
Many surfers are surprised by just how capable a quality soft surfboard can be.
The Most Important Reason? They’re Fun.
Surfing should be enjoyable.
A Ryder Soft Surfboard removes the pressure, increases wave count, and encourages surfers to make the most of every session.
Whether you’re catching your very first wave or sharing a beach day with friends and family, Ryder Soft Surfboards are designed to maximise what matters most:
More waves. More smiles. More time in the water.
