Rib pain from paddling on a surfboard is normal and happens to all surfers when they go surfing for the first time or after a break from surfing. It is normal and not something to worry about, as...

Wind is really important in a surf forecast since the direction of the wind affects quality while the speed of the wind magnifies this effect. Generally, the best wind for surfing is usually a light...

What wind is best for surfing? The best winds for surfing are light offshore winds up to 5 knots, or none at all. Offshore winds are when the wind blows from the land out to sea (so the wind comes...

Traction pads are better if you don't want the hassle of waxing your board each time and also if you are looking to progress into doing turns on a shorter board. You won't need a traction pad if you...

When looking for ways to try and stay fit and ready for surfing when you can't go, you've probably seen balance boards mentioned a lot. They are one option to help you with both surf training and...

I can tell you that you can remove a traction pad from a surfboard but it takes several hours and is hard work. I once placed a traction pad too far up my shortboard and could not turn it...