Best Wakeboard Gear Upgrades for Comfort and Progression
Progression is not always a new trick. Sometimes it is one more set because you are not cold. Sometimes it is committing to something new because your gear is not distracting you.
If you are looking for the best wakeboard gear upgrades, start with the pieces that change how your session feels from the first lap.
The wakeboard gear upgrades that make the biggest difference on the water
Top 5 upgrades by impact on comfort and confidence
A properly fitting impact vest
A good impact vest changes everything. When it fits right, you stop thinking about it. When it does not, you spend the whole set pulling it down.
Most issues come from poor sizing. Too big and it lifts when wet. Too loose and it shifts on impact.
Follow impact vests are built around tapered, relaxed, and women’s specific fits, so you can match your body shape and how you ride, not just your chest measurement. Engineered sizing and TrueFit liners help the vest hold its position once wet, reducing movement without restricting range.
What you will notice
- A vest that stays in place when wet
- Less movement through the body due to controlled fit
- Better freedom through the shoulders
- Consistent impact protection with CE approved construction
A wakeboard helmet you actually want to wear
A helmet only works if you wear it every set. The right one disappears once it is on.
Follow helmets are designed for wake use, with water drainage, ventilation, and a low profile fit that stays stable.
On the Follow Pro Helmet, the TrueFit liner reduces pressure points, with soft EVA padding and a Fidlock magnetic buckle for one hand use.
What you will notice
- A secure fit that does not shift when you move
- Comfort across long sessions in different conditions
- More confidence when riding features or pushing progression
A handle and line that feels right in your hands
This is your connection to everything. Small changes here have a big impact over a full session.
Follow’s Handles and Mainlines range lets you match your setup to how you ride, whether that is boat, at the system 2, or learning passes.
What you will notice
- Reduced hand fatigue with narrower diameter handles
- More consistent pop with low stretch mainlines
- A lighter feel through the handle
A wetsuit top for colder sessions
Cold cuts sessions short. A wetsuit top extends your time on the water without restricting movement.
The Follow P1 2mm Wetty Top is built from recycled Neospan with a quick dry lining and an elastic waist closure to reduce lift when you fall.
What you will notice
- A warmer core on early or windy sets
- Less wind chill between passes
- Better flexibility compared to a full suit
A layer that keeps you comfortable between sets
Most sessions end early because of wind or temperature, not ability.
For colder or windy conditions, Follow Neo Jackets are built from Quad S 2mm stretch neoprene to keep warmth in without restricting movement. They also cut wind chill keeping you warm on those cold morning rides.
For warmer climates, Follow UPF 30+ Sun Tees and Hoods provide lightweight coverage with quick dry comfort and high UV protection.
What you will notice
- More consistent energy across longer sessions
- Less time spent cooling down between sets
- Better comfort in changing conditions
Balancing mobility and protection
Progression gear should protect you without restricting movement.
Impact vest
You want protection, but you also need clean shoulder movement. If rotation feels restricted, it is usually a fit issue first. Follow’s fit options are designed to solve this.
Helmet
A helmet should feel stable, not loose. If it shifts, you stop trusting it. A proper internal fit makes the difference.
How to avoid gear that works against you
Avoid unnecessary layering
Too much under a vest restricts movement and affects handle control. If you need warmth, use purpose built layers like a wetsuit top.
Build around your main problem
- If you stop because you are cold, fix warmth first.
- If your hands fatigue, upgrade your handle and line.
- If you hesitate on features, build confidence with a properly fitting helmet.
Solve what actually limits your session.
Start here
If you want a simple place to start, focus on the gear that changes how the session feels.
- A vest that fits – Follow Impact Vests
- A helmet that stays in place – Follow Helmets
- A handle and line that feels right – Follow Handles and Lines
- A wetsuit top for colder sets – Follow Wetty Tops
- A layer for changing conditions – Follow Neo Jackets and UPF 30+ Sun Tees
