What Is Wakesurfing? Wakesurfing is a water sport where you ride the wave created by the boat without being pulled by a long rope like wakeboarding. Instead, you start with a short surf rope, pop up into a standing position, and then surf the wave at low speeds (10–12 mph). It’s one of the most beginner-friendly water sports because: It’s slow and low-impact The water behind the boat is smooth and predictable The board is stable and easy to balance Falling doesn’t hurt You pr