Surfboards are made from many materials and with a variety of tools. Foam, shaping machines, resin and lots of hours of hard work are put into the development and design of modern day surfboards. There are many types of different boards and ways to shape a surfboard. In this article we try to give you a general … Read more
In our previous article we described the most common design elements in surfboard shaping like length, width and thickness. But there are more variables that take part in the design of a good surfboard. Here’s part 2 of our surfboard design overview: 1 FOIL The foil is the distribution of volume throughout the surfboard. If you put your … Read more
Choosing a surfboard is not an easy task if you don’t know what you are looking for. There are quite a few points to consider before you buy one. There are boards for all ages, weights and waves but it is smart to do some research first. Here are some important points to take into consideration before … Read more
Surfboards are delicate things and easy to damage. Run ins with staircases, doors and other surfboards are common so be careful of your movements. Dings are easy to repair but it is always better to avoid any damage. Here are 10 tips on how to protect your surfboard: 1 BUY A GOOD BOARD BAG Probably the … Read more
If you are traveling around the world looking for perfect waves, there is a good chance that you have experienced airline companies damaging your boards. In general luggage handlers don’t really care about your board so it is wise to properly pack and protect your favorite stick. Here are a few surfboard packing tips for flying : 1 HEAVY DUTY … Read more