Bodysurfing -- riding the waves without a board, becoming one with the rolling water -- is a way of life in Hawaii. Some bodysurfers just rely on their outstretched hands (or hands at their sides) to ride the waves; others use hand boards (flat, paddlelike gloves). For additional maneuverability, try a Boogie Board or body board (also known as belly boards or paipo boards). These 3-foot-long vehicles, which support the upper part of your body, are easy to carry and very maneuverable in the water. Both bodysurfing and body boarding require a pair of open-heeled swim fins to help propel you through the water. Both kinds of wave riding are very popular in the islands, as the equipment is inexpensive and easy to carry, and both sports can be practiced in the small, gentle waves.