Surfing Accessories
24 commentsHere we look at the different sorts of equipment that you'll come across at the surf shop and down on the beach. The surf industry is now rather huge, so the choice of actual items is almost endless. Check out the links in this section to find out the most important equipment and what will suit you the best.
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Surfboards
Surfboards in Detail >>
Leashes
The Surfboard Leash >> Surfboard Fins
Surfboard Wax
Surfboard Wax 101 >> |
Wetsuits
How Wetsuits Work >>
Boardbags
Surfboard Bags >> Boardshorts
Deck Grip / Traction
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The surfboard is most important piece of equipment that you'll need. Different boards will suit different conditions and different skill levels.
The surfboard leash is used to attach your board to your leg, ensuring that after falling off you don't have to go swimming back to the beach to retrieve your board.
Fins are attached to the bottom of the surfboard and help hold the board on the wave. There are two main types: removable and permanent glassed fins. We look at them in detail.
Surfboard wax is used to create traction on the deck of the surfboard. Find out how to apply it to the board and also how to remove it. We even have an article on how to make your own!
If you want to surf all year round and the water temperature is too cold for boardshorts, then you'll need a wetsuit.
Keep your board safe and ding-free while it's being stored or transported. There are three main types: a sock, a soft boardbag, and a hard case.
Boardshorts are the alternative wear for those lucky enough to be surfing in warmer water. Essentially these are made from lightweight, quick-drying material and have become a hot fashion item.
Deck grip is an alternative to applying surfboard wax. The grip has an adhesive back which is used to permanently attach it to the surfboard.
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Comments
 | Guest on Jun 6, 2011 | cool |
| Guest on Jul 17, 2011 | I have a 6' DickBilt surfboard (Long Board) in my garage and want to sell it. Any idea what it's worth? |
| Guest on Oct 6, 2011 | I moved to cali not to long ago and im taking surf lessons theyre amazinh |
| Guest on Oct 13, 2011 | I thought I saw the SlideHanger wetsuit hanger here but I can't find it. Do you know where I can get one? Thanks |
 | surf patrol on Oct 14, 2011 | Here's the slidehanger review that we did a while back. This is where you can buy the slidehanger |
| Guest on Nov 11, 2011 | lovin it |
| Guest on Nov 25, 2011 | I LOVE TO SURF!!!!!! :) |
| molly on Jan 4, 2012 | hey guys sup i've been surfing for ages best wax is m.r zogs i'd recomend it to any surfer have fun in the waves :) |
| charlie on Feb 1, 2012 | T live to surf;;;;;;; |
| Guest on Feb 6, 2012 | why is it called sexwax |
| Guest on Feb 11, 2012 | Best for your stick |
| Jacob on Feb 22, 2012 | Surfing is cool |
| Guest on Feb 25, 2012 | nice |
| Guest on Mar 8, 2012 | ha |
| Guest on Mar 19, 2012 | sexwax? |
| dschizo maniaq on Mar 21, 2012 | i live in malaysia at east side of it. i like surfing sport and skateboard. but at my place dont have alot of good design shirt and equipment for that sport. |
| aint no aggro on Apr 2, 2012 | id reccomend mr. zogs to anyone who thinks not falling off is a good idea. trust me, ive been surfing since i was three, and my dad put it on for me |
| TBUG on Apr 16, 2012 | WHAT IF YOU DO NOT LIVE BY THE OCEN & DON'T HAVE A SURFING BOARD? |
| Guest on Jul 12, 2012 | good |
| Guest on Sep 21, 2012 | why board short and surfboard fins |
| Guest on Nov 27, 2012 | cool |
| ion salchichon on Jan 8, 2013 | cool |
| Guest on Jan 15, 2013 | need more than that, a first aid kit is a must for sure. |
| Dave on May 7, 2013 | Cool guides specially the surfboards one, maybe you can come up with a guide for surfboard racks too. |