Liquid Force Trip Wakeboard
The world’s most proven shape for easy, predictable fun
Best for: Anyone from absolute beginners to weekend warriors who want a board that feels consistent every time they hit the water.
The Trip is a perennial favourite in our store because it takes the 'scary' out of wakeboarding. It’s designed with ease of use as priority number 1. That means you’ll always be in complete control - from your first ride, to you first invert.
- Predictable Edge Hold: The board features long, moulded-in fins that help it track straight and stay settled. This is complemented by a more rounded edge through the middle of the board - perfect for adding a little forgiveness when you need it.
- Soft, Forgiving Landings: It’s built with a double concave hull that acts like a pillow when you land. Instead of slapping the water, the board cuts through it, which is much kinder on your knees and back.
- Grows With You: It comes with a removable centre fin. Keep it on while you’re learning to get up and stay straight; take it off when you’re ready to start trying 180s and want the board to feel a bit more 'playful.'
Our Verdict: You can’t go wrong with a Trip. It’s the ultimate confidence builder that has helped more people learn to wakeboard than probably any other shape on the market. It’s stable, durable, and classic.
A Legacy Built on Stoke.
A shape synonymous with fun, the Liquid Force Trip has defined progression for countless wakeboarders for nearly three decades now. Just ask Jimmy, I’m sure he’s even lost count!
As the cornerstone of a LF’n good time, the Trip offers riders of all skill levels an unparalleled blend of performance and fun. Whether you’re looking to carve around for an easy set or simply relive your glory days on the water…the Trip is ready for it all.
Riders who are just starting out will naturally gravitate to this model, sure…the shelf appeal certainly helps but honestly, it’s the Trip’s forgiving contours and super stable riding profile that seal the deal. Ideal for riders working on proper edging and body position as they fine tune their wake jumps, first grabs, spins…or even their first inverts!
It’s not just a legacy board; it’s your ticket to better riding and a backstage pass to faster progression. Come join us for the 2026 Season and Feel the Pull on a brand new Trip!
Benefits
Continuous Rocker – A stable rocker profile is perfect for new and improving riders. It provides a consistent and predictable pop off the wake, and stable landings as riders dial in their fundamentals.
Dual Deep Molded-In Fins – Two long molded fins found on the tip/tail of the board allow plenty of tracking for mastering proper edge-hold through the wake and confidence carving around.
Legacy Shape – A proven board design that has helped thousands of riders learn to love Wakeboarding. Designed for Progression, Rider Tested, and Coach Approved.
Equipped with 3-Position M6 Inserts
Optimised with Liquid Force 6X/6R Model Bindings
Universal Compatibility with All Bindings Featuring 6” Mounting Spread
Features
- Continuous Rocker
- Precision PU Foam Core
- Double Concave Hull into "V"
- Tip/Tail Shape: Diamond Bat-Tail
- Warped Molded-In Side Fins | Removable Center Fin
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Not sure if this is for you? Get in touch with our team and let us help you find the perfect gear.
When it comes to a choosing a wakeboard, size is crucial. A board that's too small will feel like it's sinking, making you work harder and meaning the boat needs to go faster. A board that's too big can simply be too hard to control.
So how do you choose the right size wakeboard? Read on to find out exactly that, plus some more helpful information to help you better understand wakeboard sizing.
What size wakeboard should I ride?
As a starting point, we recommend using the wakeboard size chart below.
| Rider weight (kg) | 20-35kg | 30-45kg | 40-65kg | 60-80kg | 75-95kg | 90-115kg | 115kg+ |
| Board size (boat) | 115-125cm | 125-130cm | 128-135cm | 133-139cm | 137-142cm | 140-145cm | 144cm+ |
| Board size (cable) | 125-130cm | 130-136cm | 133-139cm | 137-144cm | 142-148cm | 146-152cm | 150cm+ |
Stick to the chart and your shouldn't have any issues at all, but there are some other considerations:
How are wakeboards measured?
Wakeboards are measured in length with the size (e.g. 135) representing the length in centimetres from tip to tail. Each board designed by a manufacturer will come in a range of different sizes, each size often separated by 4-5cm.
When comparing two different model wakeboards, don't get too caught up in a difference of 1-2cm. It's usually those 4-5cm gaps where a more significant difference can be felt on the water.
Don't be afraid to size up
We've kept this chart fairly traditional, but our experience is that going up a size can be beneficial. A bigger board will offer more surface area which helps riders of all levels.
For beginner-intermediate riders, you'll find more surface area provides better stability while more advanced riders find a larger board can provide more pop and enables you to slow the boat down, boosting the wake a little.
It might not be for everyone, but it's something we recommend to just about every customer that we speak to.
Choosing the right size wakeboard for kids
Kids are tricky. Much like buying life jackets, it's uncanny how often you buy something that they outgrow in about 4.3 days.
To that end, we urge you to follow our previous point and size up. You could make an argument to jump two sizes purely from the point of longevity and getting more seasons from your gear.
That approach can trade off some performance in the short term so if you're more focused on progression then stick to a more traditional size, but if you'd rather not buy a new board every season have a look at going up a size or two.
Why are cable boards longer than boat boards?
If you're on the hunt for a cable board, you'll notice the chart above recommends larger boards for cable compared to boat. The primary reason here is speed. Behind a boat, most adults will ride around 22mph, whereas most cables are 3-4mph slower than that.
As you slow down, you need more surface area under your feet to support your weight on top of the water.
Larger boards on cable also provide a little more stability on obstacles and can help keep momentum with heavy landings off kickers and from air tricks.
What next?
When it comes to choosing the right wakeboard for you, size is important but it's not everything. You should also give some consideration to construction, rocker, and riding style.
If you think you've got all the information you need, you can browse our range of wakeboards here. Otherwise, feel free to reach out to our team of experts and we'll help choose the perfect ride!