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Aprende a elegir el volumen correcto para tu tabla de surf- Usa Esta Formula
05:14 UTC
Anyone got a JS board that can confirm or deny if this is Jason Stevenson’s signature?
Ordered this board with some custom
04:40 UTC
what do yall thing about body boarders
what do you guys think about body boarders
03:09 UTC
tips on how to do a floater
anyone have tips on how to do a floater
03:05 UTC
Lost mayhem 'The ripper'
Anyone ride this new model from lost? What fin setup is working for you if so (fcs2)?
02:36 UTC
Anyone save up a nice pee before surfing in cold water?
Sometimes it’s what gets me through the paddle out, knowing I can relax and let loose once I make it through.
00:13 UTC
Jan/ feb in central costa rica
How is it this time of year? Know it's not as good as summer, but going anyway. Had fun this time of year in guanacaste before.
Probably playa hermosa, but open to hear any other suggestions for places that might get more winter swell. (Logistically east coast is out, and already decided on CR for other reasons)
23:10 UTC
Great waves with a stunning sunset
20:23 UTC
Live in Hawaii. Worth to bring boards to Japan?
Curious about people’s experiences. Costs, transport, crowds. I’m thinking of going for a month in spring. But I’m not starved for waves. Wondering if I should just enjoy travels and surf when I come back.Depends on cost and logistics.
Edit: thanks for all the responses. I think I will just rent if the opportunity strikes otherwise just focus on travel.
20:09 UTC
Hunting For Lil Barrels In Southern California
16:56 UTC
Can I get some praise for the RNF 96?
Let’s hear your story about this board or any similar HP Twin styles.. what boards pair well in a quiver with this specific shape? I was thinking Vernon mini Simmons 5’4-5’6 and a 5’7 RNF 96 for travel bag. Fins? Traction pad or no traction pad? Let’s go
18:17 UTC
Towel Change
Came in from a surf this morning and after towelling off, realised that I couldn’t even remember the last time I washed or replaced my surf towel. Am I the only one who’s surf towel or towel hoodie seems to go on forever or is the more of a warmer climate thing?? For reference I drive a van and live in a beach city, so my boards are surf gear always live in the van ready to go.
18:02 UTC
Anyone know any secret spots
17:57 UTC
Weekend Question Thread
17:46 UTC
FB Marketplace win - picked this up for at a great price. Never had a board this big but I'm an old dad now. Looking forward to taking it out on small days.
It's a Modern Retro 9'6". Yes I know they're very dingable. I got it for a good price and it's been very slow out here so I'm looking forward to having some really fun lazy rides on this thing.
15:41 UTC
If you don't have a Mini Simmons you are missing out
15:33 UTC
Waterproof tape for inside wetsuit?
Anyone ever tried putting waterproof tape on the inside of your wetsuit to keep the back flap velcro from tearing it up?
15:10 UTC
surf song
what is your favorite surf song of all times? (extra points and gratitude for links) mine is "Swelling in the sea" by Bord Dillar. Can't find it on the web so here's the chorus for ya all: " How many waves must a surfer ride before he's forever stoked? The answer my friend is swelling in the sea, the answer is swelling in the sea... "
15:05 UTC
Tips for Costa Rica Dec’24 Surfing trips?
Hi! I’m new to surfing (took lessons in Dec ‘23) and want to get better at surfing. I live in NYC, so don’t get the access to practice much. Considering traveling to Costa Rica for a week in Dec’24 and taking surfing lessons. Would appreciate if someone can provide any tips for a trip of this kind!!
Also, I read some previous threads which say it has gotten very expensive to surf in Costa Rica and not worth anymore? Would appreciate if anyone can suggest alternatives as I have been saving vacation days to take a week off in December for this!
Thank you :)
15:00 UTC
1 year 3 months into surfing - can’t tell if this is a barrel or not
10:15 UTC
A sequence from this morning.
I was calling him into the wave. I guess I startled him Halloween and all.
04:18 UTC
South Carolina surfing
Just some boys having fun, in some waist high surf.
02:42 UTC
I live in Costa Rica and my daily driver is the RNF ‘96 5’5” around 27L I think. I’m eying a used Driver 3.0 for bigger days, it’s a 6’3” 32L. Any thoughts on pros and cons to sizing up a HPSB I would love to hear everyone’s input. Cheers 🤙. I am 6’2” 155lbs
02:19 UTC
Surfboard shapers WA/Margaret River
Anyone can recommend a local board shaper in the Margaret River/Dunsborough (WA) area?
02:15 UTC
Opinions please on board sizing
Another post about board sizing :D
After some advice on a first short board, any thoughts appreciated.
I'm 5'10, 79kg (plus 5:4 suit), intermediate, competently riding a 6'8 40L Seaside and Beyond. Looking to work towards shortboarding.
I'm planning to buy a used 6'1 37.1L Firewire Sci fi 2.0, I am aware it is oversized and I will outgrow it, but I can just sell it on when the time comes.
Is this, roughly, an appropriate step down into short board territory? I've rushed to downsize before and wasted a lot of time, therefore I thought a more gradual step down might be more appropriate.
I typically surf fat waves, that can rage from waist to just over head high, rather than super hollow waves. I could ride the sci fi as a thruster for steeper surf or a quad for mushier which I like the idea of.
Edit: decided not to buy this due to insightful responses, my reasoning was affected by my ego and actually I can deffo stick with a mid length/grovellor for a good while. Thanks all xxx
01:17 UTC
Guy selling a Big Baron near me... Is the construction better these days ?!
Anyone riding one recently ? Tempted to sell my CI Mid and get something more high performance
23:06 UTC
Anyone ever manage to get the key out of this thing to tie in shorts to take in the water?
22:55 UTC
Thoughts on THE HIGH FIVE. Rob vs Kelly
I personally think Kelly had the intent to sabotage
20:40 UTC