Posts Tagged ‘custom surfboards’

May 17 2010

Buying A Surfboard: Off The Rack vs. Custom

Posted by Pike at 4:31 pm on May 17th, 2010 to Miscellaneous.

If you are going to buy your first surfboard, or are just thinking of adding a new board to your quiver, you will have to choose between buying a board off the rack or finding a local shaper and have him make you a custom surfboard. It can be a tough decision and there truthfully [...]

Jul 23 2009

I was recently introduced to a new company that is dedicated to custom surfboards and surfboard art. It’s kind of a different take in regards to the surfing industry, but those of you who have an appreciation for fine arts, and especially contemporary or pop art, will be very intrigued by these boards. [...]

Apr 17 2009

Custom Surfboards: Surfboard Glassing and Fiberglass

Posted by Chris at 6:50 am on April 17th, 2009 to Surf Equipment, Surfboards.

There is so much to consider when purchasing custom surfboards. Time and thought should be carefully put into every detail and with a little extra knowledge on the each material used in making custom surfboards you can better create the right surfboard for you. Here’s a little knowledge about fiberglass cloth and surfboard glassing that [...]

Apr 16 2009

Custom Surfboards: Getting to Know Surfboard Resin

Posted by Chris at 8:50 am on April 16th, 2009 to Surf Equipment, Surfboards.

Designing your perfect quiver of custom surfboards requires a good look into every aspect of each design. Since surfboard glassing is so important to the overall look and structure of your new board, understanding surfboard resin is key. Surfboard resin, along with surfboard fiberglass, is one of the main ingredients in the glassing stage of [...]

Apr 14 2009

Custom Surfboards: What’s the Best Surfboard Foam for You?

Posted by Chris at 9:44 am on April 14th, 2009 to Surf Equipment, Surfboards.

Whether it’s the fact that you finally have a shape custom to your body or the simple reality of your name under the fiberglass next to the hand written board dimensions, little, if anything, can top the excitement of ordering custom surfboards for the first time. Putting all the fun an excitement aside for a [...]