Surf Journal

A Multi-Construction Quiver By Timmy Matthews I grew up with polyurethane surfboards. My mom’s Town and Country shaped by Glenn Pang (circa 1981) that I learned to surf on, my Local Motion potatochip bought with Christmas money from a friend for $100 when I was 12, the first brand-new T&C I ever bought in high school after spending my summer digging ditches - they were all polyurethane. When I worked at the Hawaiian Island Creations factory, poly boards were nearly 99% of our production and the preferred construction of most local surfers in Hawaii (most of the EPS boards we...

After a recent surf trip, I got inspired to create a template for surf trip preparation to help others organize their gear and goals. Everyone has a different agenda while on a surf trip whether it be exploring, partying, hiking, surfing or any combination thereof. For Grant and I, it's always been early to bed, very early to rise and maxing out the surf time along with some exploration. My goal is to provide a guide to help you maximize your surf trip from fitness to gear.  I've divided the preparation template into four categories: Fitness Board Selection Board Packing...

   

Before we get into the nuts and bolts of an annual training plan for surfers - quickly view this video. If there's one exercise you can do outside of the water to help keep maintain your surf paddle fitness - this is it. _   Below is a very detailed template and guide to help organize you training.  Following the guidelines and workouts within this template will improve your fitness and surfing ability whether you’re a novice or seasoned ripper. Surf Ontario can individualize this plan at our studio or in the comfort of your home. Exercise and flexibility selection...