{"product_id":"7-party-wave-soft-top-surfboard-blue-steel","title":"7' Party Wave Soft Top Surfboard - Blue Steel - Ships 10\/6\/26","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"SwellOpFinal\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1038371864?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to ride. Easy to share. Built for more waves.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e7' Party Wave Soft Top Surfboard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile foam surfboard designed to make surfing easier and more fun for just about everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e7'0\" x 22\" x 2 13\/16\" with 53 liters of volume\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Party Wave combines generous flotation and stability with a manageable 7-foot outline. Beginners get the paddle power and forgiveness they need to learn, while progressing and experienced surfers get a playful soft top that's easy to paddle and fun when the waves are small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003elow rocker and substantial volume\u003c\/strong\u003e help the Party Wave generate paddle speed and enter waves early. That means less time fighting to catch waves and more time actually surfing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that's exactly where the name comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Party Wave is the kind of surfboard everyone wants to grab. Learn on it. Progress on it. Let your friends ride it. Throw it in the car for a small-wave session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore waves. More surfers. More fun. Welcome to the Party Wave.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBEST FOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Learning, progression, families, small waves \u0026amp; everyday fun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Top \/ Foam Surfboard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7'0\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 13\/16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRocker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low Rocker\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Density Foam Core\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStringers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two Durable, Flexible Bamboo Stringers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e IXPE Soft Deck\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable HDPE Slick Bottom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeash:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold Separately\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWax:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy the 7' Party Wave Works\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e53L OF WAVE-CATCHING VOLUME\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatching waves is the fastest way to make surfing more fun—and the fastest way to improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 7' Party Wave packs \u003cstrong\u003e53 liters of volume\u003c\/strong\u003e into a manageable 7-foot outline, providing plenty of flotation without making the board unnecessarily large.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor beginners, that means easier paddling, earlier wave entry, and more opportunities to practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor experienced surfers, it means a high-wave-count soft top that's perfect when the surf is small, soft, or simply calling for something fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLOW ROCKER FOR EASY PADDLING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Party Wave's \u003cstrong\u003elow rocker\u003c\/strong\u003e helps it glide efficiently through the water and generate paddle speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat efficiency makes catching smaller and softer waves easier and helps newer surfers enter waves earlier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSTABLE 22\" WIDTH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e22 inches wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 7' Party Wave provides a stable platform for paddling, popping up, and finding your balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 7-foot length keeps the board manageable and maneuverable, making this the more responsive Party Wave option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTrue Soft Top Construction\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHIGH-DENSITY FOAM CORE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Party Wave is a \u003cstrong\u003etrue soft top surfboard\u003c\/strong\u003e built around a high-density foam core for flotation and a forgiving feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not a hard fiberglass or epoxy surfboard covered with a soft outer layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDUAL BAMBOO STRINGERS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo \u003cstrong\u003edurable and flexible bamboo stringers\u003c\/strong\u003e provide internal support while preserving the forgiving characteristics that make a soft top so enjoyable to surf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIXPE SOFT DECK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIXPE soft deck\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a comfortable surface against your body while paddling and learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend \u003cstrong\u003ewaxing the Party Wave like a traditional surfboard\u003c\/strong\u003e for additional traction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHDPE SLICK BOTTOM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA durable \u003cstrong\u003eHDPE slick bottom\u003c\/strong\u003e helps the Party Wave glide efficiently across the water and maintain speed through softer sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the low rocker and generous volume, it helps create the board's easy wave-catching personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWho Should Ride the 7' Party Wave?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBEGINNERS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of 53L of volume, 22-inch width, low rocker, and soft construction gives newer surfers a forgiving platform for learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePROGRESSING SURFERS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs your surfing improves, the manageable 7-foot outline gives you room to work on angled takeoffs, trimming, positioning, and turning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEXPERIENCED SURFERS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Party Wave isn't something you necessarily outgrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced surfers can use it as an easy-paddling, high-volume option for small-wave sessions when maximizing wave count is the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFRIENDS \u0026amp; FAMILY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis might be the Party Wave's secret weapon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the kind of board you'll want to keep around even after progressing to other surfboards because it's easy to share with friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e7' Party Wave Dimensions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth 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Larger first-time surfers may benefit from the additional volume and stability of the \u003cstrong\u003e8' Party Wave\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhich Party Wave Should I Choose?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7' Party Wave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8' Party Wave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7'0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8'0\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e23\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 13\/16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 15\/16\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e66L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaddle Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManeuverability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighter beginners, progression \u0026amp; maneuverability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult beginners, stability \u0026amp; maximum wave count\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the 7' Party Wave\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want a more maneuverable soft top while retaining plenty of flotation and stability. \u003cstrong\u003eGenerally suggested for a child or smaller adult.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the 8' Party Wave\u003c\/strong\u003e if your priority is maximum stability, easier paddling, and catching as many waves as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many first-time adult surfers deciding between the two, \u003cstrong\u003ethe 8'0\" will generally be the easier board to learn on.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/surfboardtradingco.com\/collections\/foam-surfboards\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee more sizes and colors here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Top Surfboard + Fins\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold Separately:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surfboard Leash\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWax:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e7' Party Wave FAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 7' Party Wave a good beginner surfboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 7' Party Wave combines 53L of volume, a stable 22-inch width, low rocker, and forgiving soft construction to make paddling, wave catching, and learning easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Party Wave a true soft top surfboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Party Wave uses a high-density foam core, IXPE soft deck, dual bamboo stringers, and HDPE slick bottom. It is a true foam surfboard rather than a hard surfboard with a soft covering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a 7-foot soft top good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 7-foot soft top can be an excellent beginner board when appropriately sized for the surfer. The 7' Party Wave is particularly useful for lighter beginners and surfers who want a balance between stability and maneuverability. Larger first-time surfers may find the 8' Party Wave easier to learn on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre soft top surfboards only for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Experienced surfers often enjoy higher-volume soft tops in smaller or softer waves because they're easy to paddle and catch waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I outgrow the Party Wave?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot necessarily. You may eventually add a smaller or more performance-oriented surfboard, but the Party Wave can remain a fun small-wave board or a board to share with friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to wax the Party Wave?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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