anyone think 2nd hand board prices are a tad high when you get can a new board and paddle for 800 bucks. (im talking for someone that just wants to cruise flatwater and maybe some small surf). Anyway if any one has a board for sale around 600 mark let me know

if you don't mind buying a no name board of dubious quality- go for it.

however a lot of people have been burnt and resale on a no name dubious quality board would be nicks.

it's like buying a $30 cordless drill from bunnings and expecting it to do a decent job and last.

imo secondhand board prices are very poor considering what you pay for them.


shortboards are the worst. most shops are asking for up to $900 now. two weeks later and you have to beg to get $250 as a trade in

In my understanding you get what you pay for!! I sell brand new boards for $599! are they as good as a $1500 board? the answer is No Will they do the job for some people? Yes !! If you want stuff like a good race board then spend the extra and if you want a board to to surf really well then spend the extra!! if you just want a bash around board or something Cheap to get into the sport then buy a cheap board or pay a bit more and buy a good brand 2nd hand board!

Jacko