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First Year of Surfing
Learn to surf by becoming a student of the art of wave riding.
Noseriders & Longboards
Tips for improving your technique and general principals for selecting your equipment.
Land-Locked Surfers
Explore the many ways of scratching the surf itch when access to your favorite surf spot is limited.
Curious About DIY Surfboard Shaping?
Check out our selection of free surfboard templates—available for instant download
FISH TEMPLATE
A full-bodied fish with lengths available from 5'4 to 6'2
RETRO SINGLEFIN
A diamond-tail with lengths available from 5'4 to 6'2
MID-LENGTH TEMPLATE
A versatile rounded pin with lengths available from 6'6 to 8'0
CLASSIC LONGBOARD
A classic log temple with lengths available from 9'0 to 9'10
Blog posts
Surf Tips: Master Your Bottom Turn
5 days ago
Do you ever feel sluggish coming off the bottom of a wave, as if you’re dragging a piece of kelp...
The Art of Resin Tints
12 days ago
When we first started making surfboards back in 2007, 2008, and 2009, one of the most distinctive...
Start Planning Your Next Surf Trip
13 days ago
Andy Nieblas is currently in the Mentawai Islands helping host surf retreats with Salty Sensation...