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When you first see a fish surfboard, you may be left wondering, “What a strange looking shortboard?” When you look beyond the design, you will notice that is has quite some volume; short, thick, wide, huge tail and that noise… then it hits you that the board actually looks like a fish! Steve Lis holding his fish surfboard in 1970 Backtrack to 1970, there is a revolution taking over the surfing world. Practically every surfer is coming up with a custom surfboard design. The shortboard was running wild. Wave riding is limited to one’s imagination. Then came Steve...
You are probably excited for your first surfing lesson! But have you wondered, "What should I wear surfing?" While some of us are a bit more hip than others, generally it is important to wear clothing that provides comfort and performance. That being said, if its your first time surfing then a good pair of board shorts and a rash guard will do just fine. In general though, there are differences in what to wear in warm and cold waters. Surf Gear Guide for Warm Water When choosing what to wear surfing, we would recommend something that is...
You may have asked yourself at some point, "Why is surfing dangerous?" Surfing has a number of hidden dangers. The ocean can be a dangerous place by nature. Drowning is a possibility, even for professionals. Always pay attention to powerful ocean currents. Waves are powerful enough to slam you into the ocean floor. A surfboard can become a projectile very quickly, as you can become tangled in your leash. When watching experienced surfers cutting through the water, it's easy to see surfing as a sport greatly lacking in danger. So, why is surfing dangerous? Well, the reasons may surprise you. Surfing...
How Long Will It Take Me To Ride My First Wave? Typically for any beginner, we would suggest taking a few lessons to begin with just so you can get the hang of the motions, as well as being able to ask as many questions to your expert teacher. After a few lessons, it is up to the individual and how often they are willing to spend in the water practising. Some people pick up how to catch a wave quickly, while others, it takes longer to learn how to balance and get used to the movements. The more hours...
So you think you are ready to take the plunge, and begin transitioning from a longboard to a shortboard? Based on your ability level, it is important to consider the different styles, setups and the shapes of a shorter board. Depending on the type of waves you are gonna be riding the surfboards' tails, fins and shape will determine what surfboard is right for you. First thing I would say is, are you ready to be super frustrated by the lightness of a shortboard in comparison to a longboard? It’s going to be harder to paddle and harder to get...
One of the most common mistakes that new surfers make is choosing the wrong board to learn on. The best surfboards for beginners depends on things like body size, fitness level and goals when surfing. There are a few basic tips to help you avoid rookie mistakes and make finding a beginner board a little easier. Start out with a used surfboard. Don't go too small to learn on. The best board size depends on your body size. Start with a used board It can be tempting to go out and buy the coolest surf board you can find but as a beginner that is a huge mistake. When you are learning to catch waves for the first time you are very likely to damage your board. There...
