It’s important as a surfer to understand your surfboard, this will ultimately improve your surfing.
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Surfboard Shapes
Surfboards come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit different wave types and the ability of the surfer. -
Surfboard Design
Understand the design of surfboards, the terminology used in surfboard design and how your surfboard influences your surfing. -
Surfboard Construction
There are a few different types of materials used in the production of surfboards; this information on surfboard construction is only related to polyurethane fiberglass surfboards, the most widely used surfboards in the world. -
Surfboard Fins
Surfboard fins are either glassed on or have a removable fin system in place so surfers can change fin sizes and designs according to the wave conditions. -
Surfboard Accessories
Surfboard accessories are a must for your surfboard. You will need surfboard wax and a surfboard deck grip so you don’t slip off your surfboard; leg ropes or a leash keep you and your surfboard connected. -
Surfboards and the Environment
Leading surfboard companies are now using more environmentally friendly materials and are minimizing or recycling waste products. -
Surfboard History
The development of surfboards throughout history stems from the first surfers riding wooden planks to modern-day shapers using materials such as aluminum, polystyrene, polyurethane, bamboo, hemp, and epoxy.