if you're just starting go for a hyperlight or iconn board. they make really good boards for beginners that can be used even by pros. check out the hyperlight Belmont
dont just get a beginner board if you are a beginer cause then you just have to get another board when you get better. I recommend the CWB Rob Struharick Signature Model, or the Hyperlite Shairpo or Murray pro boards.
Hyperlite doesnt make a Shapiro board anymore cause he doesnt ride for them. I recommend the CWB Rob Stru Pro, Obrien Answer or Custom, or the Hyperlite Belmont