Waxing your Surfboard
Waxing your Surfboard
So you bought a new surfboard and are ready to head out to
catch some waves. First you need to give your board a good
waxing, unless sliding off into the ocean depths is your
idea of a good time.
First you need to figure out just which wax suites your
needs. Not all waxes are created equally and unless you get
the right type, you could have a mess on your hands-and
your feet.
You could start by first asking in your local surf shop
which wax is best for you. But it would be best to know
what you are talking about before you begin asking
questions.
You need to know the temperature of the water you are
surfing in. Water temperatures differ from the Atlantic to
the Pacific and from the North to the South.
This is important is you want to have a good foot grip when
you are up on your board.
Once you have figured out which type of wax to use for
where you are surfing, you will begin to wax your
surfboard.
Begin by rubbing 3in-6in circles from the nose of the board
to the tail. It is important to make sure there is plenty
of wax where your feet will mostly be planted.
Another key spot to make sure you wax well is the side
rails of the board. This is where your hands would normally
grip and the wax will help you when you are out in the
water.
Also, if you are wearing a wetsuit, you can keep a little
chunk of wax tucked away in case you need it while your out
in the water.