Free wakesurf equipment — what to bring and not
Good news: almost nothing. The hourly rate covers the entire free wakesurf equipment — board, life jacket, instructor, and out-of-season wetsuit. You only bring a swimsuit, towel, and sun gear. If you want details, here’s the complete kit you’ll have access to and the small list of personal items you should pack.
🎁 What’s included in the free equipment?
- Wakesurf board — 3 types (skim, surf-style, hybrid), 2-3 sizes per type
- Life jacket — every size, child-XS to adult-XXL, US Coast Guard certified
- Wetsuit — out of season (mid-April and mid-October) for free loan
- Rashguard — UV-protective shirt if needed
1. Wakesurf board — what types are available?
Wakesurf boards come in three main categories:
- Surf-style board — longer (130-150 cm), thicker, modeled after ocean surfboards. More stable for beginners, slower turn response. Sits well under bigger waves.
- Skim-style board — shorter (110-130 cm), thinner, fast-turning. For pro riders and trick specialists.
- Hybrid board — middle size and character, all-purpose. Most schools and clubs use this with beginner-intermediate guests.
We carry all three types, and the instructor selects the best match for you based on level and body weight. Read more about wakesurf lessons and how the board is selected.
2. Life jacket
A life jacket is mandatory for wakesurf. It helps you stay afloat while paddling and saves energy. We carry US Coast Guard certified jackets in every size (child-XS to adult-XXL). Included in your booking.
3. What should you wear?
Warm weather (24°C+)
- Swimsuit or boardshorts
- Sport bikini or full swimsuit OK
- Waterproof sunscreen
- Hat optional
Cooler weather (18-24°C)
- Thin wetsuit (1.5-2mm) recommended
- Or rashguard + boardshorts
- Available from us as free loan
Between mid-April and mid-October a wetsuit is recommended on the Danube. We can lend you a 1.5-3mm wetsuit for free if needed.
4. What you DON’T need
- You don’t need your own board (we provide)
- You don’t need to know about ballast — the boat’s ballast system generates the wave automatically
- You don’t need a hat (but you can wear one)
- You don’t need swim goggles
- You don’t need prior knowledge or training
5. What you DO need to bring
- Swimsuit (or boardshorts)
- Towel
- Waterproof sunscreen, SPF 30+
- Spare clothes for after the session
- Waterproof phone/wallet pouch (or zip bag)
6. Bringing your own equipment — possible?
Of course! If you already own a wakesurf board or life jacket, bring it along. Many of our Surf Club members come with their own boards. Surf Club members get a private board storage at the marina.
For your first wakesurf experience, we strongly recommend using our equipment first — your instructor will help match you to the right board.