Need to learn more about how to wakesurf safely, CO dangers, the difference in Teak surfing and safely wakesurfing? Check out this excerpt from our recent safety guide for new wakesurfers.

Wakesurfing, like any other watersport, requires a level of safety when performing the activity. As with all sports there are risks of injury both when learning to wakesurf but even when you feel like you are a seasoned veteran in the sport. There are several aspects of safety when it comes to wakesurfing, this article highlights those areas:

Vessel & Gear: When wakesurfing it's absolutely critical to use the correct boat. You should never ever attempt to wakesurf behind and I/O or Outboard motor equipped boat. The only safe boat to wakesurf behind and that has been recognized by the coast guard as safe practice is an Inboard equipped boat.

With all watersports, wakesurfing requires utilizing the proper gear. Regardless of your skill level in riding; do not think that just because you are a good swimmer you should wake surf without a life vest. Your wakesurfer is NOT a flotation device and some of the more buoyant models can actually fly away from you or directly at you (I'll explain later my experience here). So that being said, ALWAYS wear a life vest, you can utilize a comp vest if you prefer; but a USCGA certified vest is recommended.

Your board, whether you like traction or go with good ol’ surf wax, be sure that your wakesurfer has a surface that provides the rider with traction to the board. In wakesurfing, there is a lot of movement with your feet on the board. Nothing is worse than trying to hang five and catching a slippery spot on the board. Read More in: Wakesurfing Safety