Read up on everything you need to know about surfboard equipment: fins, boards, and anything else you’ll need in the water.
It was only a matter of time before someone started throwing props and motors on surfboards. And now, you can get one too. These electric surf fins are designed to fit right into most standard fin boxes to give you an extra boost. But, will it make you a better surfer? Will you catch more …
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If you’re looking to save some money on surfboard fins, you’ve got 2 main options: What’s the better choice? That depends. Read on to get some more guidance on the matter. The Truth about Cheap Surfboard Fins There are so many cheap surf brands out there. You can find low costs on everything from leashes …
You were just in the water, so why would you need to add more water to yourself. Doesn’t make any sense. Or does it? Why should you rinse off after a surf? A post-surf shower should always be a part of your surfing routine. For one, you’ll feel more comfortable after rinsing off after being …
The cost of a surfboard is almost as variable as the many different types of surfboard shapes and designs. Here are some of the main factors that are going to contribute to the final cost: Is it a new surfboard or a used surfboard? Is it a custom shape or a stock model? Was it …
Are you shopping for a Christmas/Hanukkah, holiday, or birthday gift for that special surfer in your life? You’ve come to the right place! Surfers may be some of the easiest folks to shop for. We don’t need much to be happy other than some waves and some stoke. Luckily, there are some easy things you …
Twin fin surfboards can feature either fins or keels. While the term “keel fin” is sometimes used to describe any sort of fin on all sorts of watercraft, it describes a specific design for surfboards. When you click a link and make a purchase, Wave Arcade may earn an affiliate commission. This comes at no …
While experimenting with different surfboards and equipment, and building your surfboard quiver overtime is an incredibly enjoyable part of surfing, it’s not feasible or practical for everyone. Due to budget, space, transportation to the beach, etc. for some surfer, having a different board for different scenarios doesn’t always work out. Luckily, you aren’t out of …
Selling old surfboards is all part of the search for the perfect quiver. If you’ve outgrown a board, don’t get much use out of it, or are looking for an upgrade, you can use these quick tips to sell your old surfboard with ease. First, you’ll need to prep the board for sale: Make sure …
The Pig holds a special place in the evolution of surfboard designs and classic longboarding in general. In the 1950s, surfboards were long, heavy and relatively difficult to control. Dale Velzy decided to try something different with The Pig. What is The Pig Surfboard? The Pig is essentially a classic Malibu longboard flipped upside down. …
Most of the design elements of the planing hulls that Bob Simmons was developing in the 40s and 50s were pretty radical for the popular thinking about surfboards at the time. Many of those design elements carry through to today and give us what we consider to be “the modern surfboard.” However, it really wasn’t …