After you invest in a new surfboard, the second thing you need to buy is a board bag. Unless you want to risk cracking or dinging your favorite toy, a board bag is a necessary part of your quiver. But with so many types, sizes, and materials available, you may find it difficult to pick just one type of surfboard bag. Your search for the perfect bag ends here. We’ve broken down the different types of board bags, the pros & cons of each, average costs, and best uses for each. But let’s start with the most obvious question. What type of surfboard bag should I get? With a few different types of board bags available, you may be wondering...
Surfboards are an investment. And if you’re smart, you protect your investments so they can grow with you over time. The best way to protect your board is with a surfboard bag or sock. But in the battle of surfboard sock vs. bag, who wins? Which one should you choose? Is one better than the other? We’re going to answer all of those questions for you. We’ll break down all of the difference between bags and socks: the materials, size & fit, best uses, and costs for each one. And by the end, you’ll know exactly what’s right for you and your quiver. Surfboard Bag vs. Sock - What’s the difference? Sometimes it feels like the world is out to...
Aside from claiming barrels and scoring empty waves with your homies, there are few better things out there for surfers than planning a surf trip. The excitement of deciding which tropical destination to jet off to during the winter months is a feeling that cannot be explained. Searching for waves in remote locations takes a toll on both you and the environment. And while you may be equipped to handle it, the environment often isn’t. But if you plan your stay at an eco-friendly surf resort, you can travel sustainably while maintaining a true sense of adventure. Not sure what to look for in a surf resort? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. From luxurious villas to on-site ocean conservation...
As the surf world becomes increasingly saturated, there’s nothing like diving deep into a story of surf exploration! In a world where tropical waves seem all but discovered and ridden, the few stories that tell the tale of an uncrowded paradise is what keeps us going. If you’re looking for the ultimate surf trip book, continue reading below for Faro Board Bags Guide to the Best Surf Books of All Time.
Localism is a give respect to get respect system that has evolved from violent origins to its current state, but it’s still often taken too far. Given the current state of surfing, what role should localism play? Beyond the obvious, like parking lot fist fights and mid-surf screaming matches, unhealthy localism has many forms. When I think of unhealthy localism, I think back to a foggy morning surf in the Pacific Northwest, when I paddled out to a single peak lineup to find a frustrated middle-aged surfer
