Surfing Products and Trends

Is pro surfing a complete lie? Is modern wave-riding being faked for glory and profit? Is Dane Reynolds actually a robot? With trademark humor and a trend-setting soundtrack, Taylor Steele's latest genre-defining action flick pulls back the curtain on pro surfing's deepest, darkest secrets. 'Stranger Than Fiction' is more than just the newest high-performance line-in-the sand, it's an entirely new era of surfing. Brace yourself for the truth.
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Time to start thinking about staying warm out there. If you want some good deals, check this out. Only $188.95 WHAT?!

The Billabong Revolution features the most innovative entry system ever developed. The patent pending Hybrid Zip System combines the ease of entry of a back zip with increased flexibility of a zip free suit. The HZS is a revolution in wetsuit design, combining 80% Airlite Superflex G3 and 80% IWSS to create a new level of watertight comfort.

600 Styles Of Boardshorts


You read that right. 600 styles of boardshorts. Check out Killer Dana. They have a sale going on too. You can get 20% off right now, so what are you waiting for.

600 Styles Of Boardshorts

Good surfing happens through creativity, passion, and confidence. But before these forces spark your shred engine into gear, you have to be flexible and strong. That's easily done for the umpteen teeny boppers hopping 5 feet off of every lip and chunk of chop, but it gets more challenging if you are little farther along in your years.
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You will stop sleeping. Sorry, but it's true. Versatile, light and fluid, these boards are designed to promote an assertive, dynamic riding style. It'll hold it's own on hills, riding banks, as a commuter, and for beer runs. But if you're anything like us, it's all about the late night parking garage sessions. Glassy eyes and a permanent grin. Length: 35.5"". Wheelbase: 29 inches. Weight: 2.6 lbs (deck only). 6 lbs (complete).

Get LOADED!

The Loaded Pintail performs splendidly downhill with its wide wheel base that holds true at high speeds and the extreme flex that gives the rider a high energy carve-heavy pseudo-wave riding experience. But while flowing down an overpass or snaking through a parking garage is where the Pintail performs best, it also carries you up the street confidently and briskly to grab a loaf of bread. That's right...Bread.
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Lock it Down

Are the Curve Lockdown racks strong?

The 900D PU coated water resistant fabric, zinc plated spring loaded lock, and solid steel load hook not only look tough but (during my trial test) have also been hanging tough for over three months of almost constant use. I generally load three boards (one being a large 9 ft. Supersoft for my kids), and the Curve Lockdown is showing no sign of wear. According to their website, the Lockdown is suitable for 1-6 surfboards.

Are the Curve Lockdown Racks simple?

The Lockdown racks are super simple. There are literally four steps to loading and securing your boards. Lay your racks on the roof; feed the strap through the lock; place your board into the padded strap; then pull tight.

Are the Curve Lockdown Racks protective?

This is where I see the biggest advantage to the Lockdown. The 25mm foam padding protects surfboard rails by not only enveloping them in padding, but also by tightening around all sides of the surfboard. There is a downward force that secures your boards like no other rack I have tried.

So in summary, the Curve Lockdown surfboard racks are solid and live up to the company's claims. At about $50 (Amazon has them for 44.95) they are a tad pricier than some of the lesser quality racks. However, based on my several month trial, I would say that they are worth the extra coin.

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What are Proteck Performance Fins?

Proteck fins are surfboard fins with flexible leading and trailing edges. They have a standard solid core, but the flexible edges are supposed to create a "rudder action" that mimics the movement of dolphins and sharks by providing a tighter and more fluid turn as the water pressure bends the edges. Also, the flexible edges offer the bonus of safety in reducing fin cuts.

It all sounds great, but do they work?

The surfboard performance level didn't drastically change, but the fins added some fresh energy right where where I needed it.
The actual flexing is not evident in the ride. Rather there is subtle tightening and feeling of added precision in my board's turning radius.

Buy these things, then go pro.

These also have a Longboard Version

Here's a good idea. It's like a transformer...or something.


This patent pending Bag-A-Rack is both travel bag and roof rack. The side straps will secure your fish to any car's roof. It even has straps to hold another board on top. Rugged, high quality 600-Denier Polyester outer shell. Heat resistant silver color tarpauline inner shell. Padded with 10mm closed cell, impact absorbing foam with internal rail protector. Padded shoulder strap. Molded, ergonomic handle. Extra wide to accommodate fish-style boards. Center fin slot with zipper on the 8'6" and 9'4" bags. Straps have padded sleeves to protect car and boards.

6'6" Version
8'6" Version
9'4" Version

The Irons Brothers Productions film crew and the highly celebrated DC Shoes Surf Team (Bruce Irons, Dane Reynolds, Ry Craike, and amateur Garret Parks) hit the road in Australia for a two-week road trip complete with world class surfing, and a view into the boy's personalities. Have you every wondered what it is like to experience a surf trip through Bruce Irons' or Dane Reynolds' eyes? Dude Cruise has a level of reality that other surf films don't have. You get an inside view of what a two week surf trip with the world's top surfers is really like. With an amazing soundtrack like Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Beck, NIN and more this film is guaranteed to be the feel good surf film of the year. "Dude Cruise" also contains material of the DC Shoes surf team traveling the globe individually in search of the best waves the world has to offer. This is one movie that can't afford to not have in your collection!
Dude Cruise

3 Degrees meets September Sessions for the new millennium generation! Shot entirely on HD during a special Super Trip with Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson and Dean Morrison. Almost a decade ago, Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson and Dean Morrison went on their first Indo boat trip together. The three good friends were all still juniors...today things have changed slightly. Achieving global surf stardom along the way, the Cooly trio have been criss-crossing the planet for years, each traveling their own distinct path. After nearly ten years, a reuniting was long overdue. No contests...No pressure...No obligations...just best mates and all-time memories. A new and unique surf film from the cast and crew of 3 Degrees. Shot entirely on HD during one spectacular trip to Indo. It's moments like these you remember for the rest of your life. Mick Fanning When I heard about this trip, I was more excited about it than any other. Joel Parkinson It feels like a family reunion or something. Dean Morrison Music By: Dave Cavanaugh, Airbourne, Witch Tits Track, Grinspoon, The Cubical, The Frankie Band, Bliss & Eso, Ash Grunwald, Mental As Anything, Dingo Track