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The Surfing Equipment You Need
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Surfing equipment is fairly basic and not very expensive to buy. If you are a first time surfer, you should borrow a board and get a feel of it before purchasing your own. Do some research on trusted surfing equipment providers and vendors and don’t compromise on the quality of the equipment.
If you’re learning to surf, then use this as a check list while you’re out shopping.
The Surfboard
You can’t surf without it! Surfboards have undergone major transformation. Initially they were made of wood and were very big and heavy. But today boards are made of foam, fibreglass and even polyester resin. Newer surfboard designs use materials such as carbon fibre and variable-flex composites. The main parts of a board are the deck, rail, nose, tail and stringer.
The deck is the flat side of the board where the surfer stands. The nose is the part of the board that sits out of the water, it usually pointed and round. The tail is the at the back of the board that has many different shapes. It holds the leash that the surfer attaches to his ankle so the board doesn’t get lost. The rails are the “edge” of the surfboard. They run from the tail to the nose and also along the place where the deck and the bottom meet. Rail shapes vary from board to board that provide different surfboard performances.
There are different types of boards; some are long and some are short. There are four basic designs, the first is the longboard, or the Malibu, the second is the shortboard, known as the thruster, the third is the fish, which is similar to the shortboard and the fourth is the gun. The best board for a beginner is the Malibu.
Wet suits
The next item on the list is the wetsuit. Some people wear trunks or shorts to surf, while others prefer the wetsuit. The wetsuit is great in colder climates, like in Europe or Australia, and keep you warm. Make sure you choose a wetsuit that has a sealed seam, which will hold a thin layer of water that works as insulation for the body.
Leash
A leash is a cable that has one end fixed to the tail of the board and the other end attached to the ankle. The leash ensures the board doesn't get too far away from the surfer. The leash should be about the same length as your board.
Surfboard Wax
The wax is applied to the surface of the board to enhance the grip of the surfer in any condition. It is also applied to the sides of the board, i.e. on the rails.
You have the equipment and now it’s time to learn how to surf. Soul Surfing in Australia provides surf lessons and also organises surfing camps and yoga retreats. Visit their website for any additional information: www.soulsurfing.com.au
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