A wakeboard's bottom (base) has various concaves, channels, molded fins, and fin locations that dictate how the board rides in the water. The image is what draws your attention at first, but the base shape and design are important factors to consider when selecting your next wakeboard since they determine how the board rides. There are also many different types of bases including flat, slotted, and half-pipe. The bottom of a wakeboard faces into the wind while it is being towed behind a boat. This allows the rider to get on the board by standing up and jumping off the back of the boat, much like snowboarding. When riding a wakeboard, it is important to remember that the goal is to turn over the board with your legs and arms so you can ride its surface back toward the shore or another rider. Wakeboards were originally designed for use in waters that were heavily influenced by wind and current. These conditions make it easier to learn how to jump correctly because there will be other riders around who can help if you land wrong! Wakeboarding has become popular among people of all ages and abilities because it is not as difficult as other sports such as skiing or surfboarding. Even though it is possible to die from a bad fall out in the water, this type of accident is rare because most people know how to go over the top of the board and avoid hitting their head on the way down.