Code Big Mid 7'0

A big, friendly mid-length and a natural next step after a soft board. Lots of float and a steady shape make it forgiving: it catches waves early and keeps gliding without much effort.

Soft, rounded rails won't catch the water while you are still finding your balance, and there is room to move your feet around. Experienced surfers use a board like this for small, slow days.

This one is the 7'0 at 47.4 litres, in skyfade. As a rough guide it floats a beginner up to about 55 kg, or an intermediate surfer up to about 80 kg.

• Size: 7'0 x 21 3/8" x 2 13/16", 47.4 litres
• Build: EPS / epoxy: lighter, a bit more float, and tougher against dings
• Fins: 3 fins, Futures boxes, fins included
• Level: Beginner and intermediate
• Waves: Knee to head high

Code's own sizing tip: take your weight in kg and halve it. Add 5 to 10 litres if you are still learning, or take 5 to 10 off if you are an advanced surfer.