What kind of surfboard do you need for Southern California surfing?

Ive never been their but:

* if the surfs big and clean use a 6ft fish * big and messy use a minimal * small and clean use a minimal * small and messy dont bother Also:

* if its a reef use the same length leash as your board this is very important * if you are a beginner, dont go out in surf more than 5 foot if its clean, 3 if its messy. * If your a begginer, use either a minimal or long board and make sure its a foam one. SAND DOWN YOUR FINS IF THERE NEW!!!!!