Connelly Lotus Wakeboard
Effortless progression for any female rider
Best for: Anyone from first-timers looking for an easy start to intermediate riders ready to charge the wake.
The Lotus is the board we recommend when you want to skip the 'struggle' phase of wakeboarding. It’s one of the most user-friendly shapes in the Connelly range, designed to be stable enough for your very first deep-water start while offering enough performance to keep you happy as you start jumping the wake.
- Designed to Stabilize: The board is built with a massive 'sweet spot,' meaning it stays balanced and predictable underfoot. It’s the perfect confidence builder for someone still finding their balance.
- Grip on Demand: It features a removable centre fin that gives you extra tracking while you're learning. As you get more confident and want a more 'playful' feel for spins, you can simply take it off.
- Save Your Knees: A full-length centre spine helps disperse water on impact. Whether it’s a bumpy day on the lake or your first wake-to-wake jump, it makes the landings feel significantly smoother.
Our Verdict: You don’t need to be a pro to ride this, but it will certainly help you look like one. It’s a forgiving, high-quality board that works with you from day one and stays relevant as your skills grow.
Ready to take your wakeboarding skills to the next level?
The Connelly Lotus Wakeboard is specifically designed for ladies who are eager to learn and progress without breaking the bank. This board combines excellent performance with unmatched value, making it an ideal choice for beginners and intermediates alike.
Why the Lotus Stands Out
The Lotus features a well-balanced shape that promotes stability and predictability on the water. With long base molded fins, you’ll enjoy reliable traction that helps you stay in control, whether you're carving into the wake or trying out new tricks. The removable center fin offers versatility, letting you adjust your ride as you grow more comfortable.
Key Features
- System 80 Core: Lightweight construction that enhances performance and durability.
- Full Spine: Designed to soften landings, providing support for your back and knees.
- Enhanced Edge Channel: Increases stability for smoother rides and easier handling.
- Subtle 3-Stage Rocker: Perfectly blends smooth transitions with pop off the lip for added excitement.
- Bolt-On 1.7" Center Skater Fins: Adds grip and control, enhancing your overall experience.
- 12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty: Confidence in your purchase, so you can focus on progress.
Is This Board Right for You?
If you're looking for a reliable, user-friendly board that will support your journey from beginner to intermediate, the Connelly Lotus Wakeboard is the answer. Its thoughtful design ensures you’ll feel confident on the water, making every outing a chance to improve your skills.
Invest in your wakeboarding journey with a board that values quality and performance—because progress doesn’t have to come at a premium.
Get help
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!