If you want to become good at something, you need to practice and give it your all. Surfing is no different. But it’s also a demanding sport, and when you’re not riding the waves, you can improve your skill level by working out and ensuring that you have the strength and stamina needed to pull …
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The surfboard leash was invented in the early 1970s by Pat O’Neil. As the son of Jack O’Neil, inventor of the O’Neil Wetsuit, and a keen surfer himself, Pat understood the frustrations of scrambling to retrieve a board following a wipeout. The first time Pat wore his leash in an event, he was disqualified. There were also concerns that the leash …
Traction pads or “stomp pads” add extra grip to your surfboard. Stomp pads became a popular alternative to wax in the 1980s and are a great option for surfers who feel like they need a little more grip and control. The question is, do you need one on your board, what are the benefits, and …
RinseKit is a portable shower that you can carry to the beach to wash yourself and your board after catching a few waves. It’ll wash all of the sand and saltwater away and freshen you up before you clamber back in your vehicle and continue your day. It’s affordable, widely available, and has gained a …
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Patagonia produces some fantastic gear and their dry bags and backpacks are no exception. Here are a handful of dry bags and backpacks from Patagonia’s we wanted to highlight for surfers. Patagonia Dry Bags & Backpacks for Surfing Our Choice Patagonia – Stormsurge Sling 20L Patagonia’s Stormsurge Sling 20L is one of the higher priced …
Considering that you will be parting with between $400- $1000 for a good surfboard, protecting your stick with a day bag or, its cheaper cousin, the board sock, is a good option. Below we have reviewed the various surfing board socks available on the market today. What is a Surfboard Sock? A surfboard sock is …
What do you consider to be surfing essentials? No doubt among them is a good, sturdy functional bag that gets to be your constant companion in your surfing exploits. How do you know the best one to get? We have done the groundwork for you. Here are the best dry bags and backpacks with great …
A wetsuit keeps you warm and comfy in cold and windy conditions. It saves your skin from the sun. It allows you to stay in the water longer than you would have thought possible. And in return, what do you do? Rinse it out in fresh water? After all of the exposure to the elements, …
Surfing wax is a critical part of a surfer’s tool box. Without it, you are pretty much trying to stand up on a moving, unstable piece of glass without anything to assist your grip. Before we get into what we think are the surf waxes on the market, let’s talk about surfing wax fundamentals. Believe …
The call it a changing poncho, a changing towel, and/or a changing robe. Maybe it has multiple names because looks like all 3 of those things. Regardless, the changing poncho keeps you warm after your surf sessions. It acts like a towel and soaks up the residual water after towel drying. And lastly, it makes …
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