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The benefits of cold water swimming
As surfers in the UK, immersion in cold water isn't new and has always been our thing (apart from those rare months in the Summer/early Autumn where the water temperature is bearable for a shortie wetsuit or even just boardshorts for a brief time). Cold water swimming has become increasingly popular over recent years, with lots of media coverage, books, social media posts and more However as more people are...
FAQs for Beginner Surfers
It was estimated in a Sport England report, that there was around 189,000 people in the UK who surfed (2021). This was nearly 100,000 people more than in 2016, therefore logic dictates that there are a large amount of people who are new to the sport. If you're one of them, then fear not as this article aims to help provide the answers to some of the most common questions being...
A Guide To Surf Traction Pads
If you're new to surfing, you're likely focused on the essentials — choosing the right board, getting a wetsuit that fits, and learning the basics of catching waves. But as you progress, you'll start to notice the finer details that can improve your performance on the water. One of those game-changers is the surf traction pad.In this guide, we’ll break down what surf traction pads are, their benefits, and how...
Best Winter UK Surf Breaks
For many UK surfers, Winter is often their favourite season, with much quieter beaches and typically bigger, more powerful swells. In this guide, we take a look at some of the best winter surf breaks in the UK, giving you the lowdown on each one. The reality of winter surfing in the UK Winter surfing in the UK has a real mixture of pros and cons... For Winter storms in the...