The beauty of the sport of surfing is that it requires very little. Really, the only surfing equipment you need is a surfboard, wetsuit, and some waves. While the start-up costs of surfing can be high depending on the surfing equipment you decide to buy, once you have what you need, surfing is essentially free!…
Have you ever wondered why surfers wax their boards? Surfers wax their boards to provide grip and traction between their feet and the otherwise smooth, slippery deck of a surfboard. In most cases, wax is an essential part of surfing, and you won’t be able to ride without some on your board! This article dives…
Ever wondered what exactly surfers wear? Or are you considering taking up the sport of surfing and wondering exactly what surfing attire you need? If so, you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, I’ve broken down the different pieces of surf attire and what they do, as well as exactly what you need…
While it’s pretty amazing to paddle-out and completely disconnect from the outside world, with no tethers to time or responsibilities- that’s not always realistic. Maybe you only have an hour to surf before work, and need a simple, waterproof timepiece to alert you when to paddle in. Maybe you need to be reachable while you’re…
So you want to buy a surfboard in Portugal…. Well, you’ve come to the right place, as Rowan and I each just bought surfboards in Portugal. Perhaps you weighed the costs/benefits of renting vs buying and decided it would be cheaper if you bought a board in Portugal (it usually is). I hope this is…
Planning a surf trip to Costa Rica? After deciding where and when to go, the next step is to actually pack for your surf trip. And packing for a Costa Rica surf trip is definitely different from packing for a more general trip to Costa Rica. There are a few things to consider, like: Will…
As surfers, we spend hours and hours under the sun. And, our sun exposure is only amplified by the sun reflecting on the water. If you’re surfing in tropical destinations closer to the equator, the sun is even stronger. That’s why it’s so incredibly important to have a solid, reef safe sunscreen you can depend…
One of my favorite things about surfing is how beautifully little the sport requires. All you need is a swimsuit/trunks, board, leash, maybe a wetsuit and you’re good to go. While the minimalism of the sport is undeniably awesome, there are still loads of surf accessories that can make your life easier, and are also…
Do you have a surfer in your life you’re looking to buy a gift for? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve comprised a list of the absolute best gifts for surfers. While the sport of surfing is unique in that it requires minimal equipment, there are certainly a few items that will make the…