New FCS II Fin Systems

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New FCS II Fin System

FCS II WINS SIMA Hardgoods Accessory Product AWARD

The new FCS II fin system has notched up yet another accolade, this time winning the USA SIMA Image Award for Hardgoods Accessory Product of the year.

New FCS II Fin System

The new FCS II fin system boasts a number of key
advantages over its predecessors. Firstly, it’s key less and requires no
tools or screws. Secondly, the leading edge of the fin resides inside
the plug, and the base of the fins now sit flush to the surface of the
board. This creates a solid connection between the fin, and the
surfboard, to ultimately deliver quicker response. And lastly, the new FCS II fin system is backward compatible, meaning it will accept fins from the original dual tab system.

Julian Wilson is he the most photographed person in world

JULIAN WILSON Is he the most photographed person in world? Is he the most photographed person in world or is it Brittany Spears? Some say it’s Obama, but I digress lets talk about Julian Wilson. From a fanatical family of surfers, this talent has won National Titles both in Long and Shortboard before hitting the Shortboards as preference. Just as well, as it followed with multiple Pro Jr. titles and the rest is so well documented in many magazines, movies and video’s on the global scene. He is literally one of the worlds most photographed persons in world. Here is on of his best captures for your enjoyment.

Coolum Surfing | surfshopperegian

Coolum Surfing | surfshopperegian

The scenic beaches are regularly patrolled by conscientious Surf Life
Savers who present an environment of safety, for surfers of all skill
levels and bathers too.

Also on the agenda must be the laid-back village style atmosphere at Peregian Beach for a look at.

The other highly urbanised area that has made Coolum sought after for
holiday makers to the Sunshine Coast is its variety of accommodation
that is available to it’s visitors, from Vanning to High end.

If you are more serious about learning or honing your surfing skills, Surf Shop
Peregian Beach is the place to gain valuable tips from real surfers
with years of surfing experience. We can also arrange private surfing
lessons to suit your timetable.

Noosa

Noosa

Noosa Nationals

It’s 4.30 am and I got a park down in Nationals by just five spaces, whipped out my McTavish Evo “Epic” board,
waxed up and got my gear on. You see the word had got around that there
were some waves around at the points. Having been starved of a decent
surf for a while I thought I’d get lucky. Nope.

Modern Surfboards

Modern Surfboards
http://www.surfindustries.com/shop/au/surf/fish/modern-blackfish-surfboard/
Modern Blackbird
This is the Fish Funboard shape in the Modern Surfboards range. Though targeted for the beginner to intermediate surfer, this board can deliver performance for the experienced at an unbelievable price. Surprisingly responsive for its size, the Modern Blackfish has a domed deck, performance rails, and a narrow tail outline, all of which serve to add bite and control in larger conditions when driving off your back foot. The reliable thruster set up has also been configured to suit a wide variety of waves.

Modern Blackbird
The Modern Blackbird funboard is targeted at progressing surfers, for surfers that are still on the learning curve but are moving towards intermediate status.
The smaller sizes in the Blackbird, 7’0 and 7’6, have an FCS thruster set-up, meaning they’re ideal for lighter riders that are starting to link their turns. The 8’0 and 9’1 are both built with a 2+1 fin set up delivering more traditional performance as a single fin, or with the side bites for larger more powerful surf.
Modern Retro Log
The Modern Retro is a single concave Noserider in the Modern Surfboards range with heavy glass on a PU core with a classic resin tint. The Retro model is all about glide down the line and hanging toes off the nose. They’re easy to ride Currently available in 9’1″, 9’6 and 10’0
The entire Modern Surfboards range is designed for having fun. These surfboards have a classic look, will excel in small to intermediate surf, and will stand the test of time.

Health Tips from the Pro Kelly Slater

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The following in it’s entirety, is one that needs to be read, as it gives an insight into how Kelly maintains his health, fitness and competitiveness, and, what he really thinks.
I think you will enjoy reading the un-edited version of insights of Health Tips from the Pro: Kelly Slater By Gem, aka Mrs Barefoot in the Kitchen.
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LEG ROPES BOARDIES WAX RASH | surfshopperegian

LEG ROPES BOARDIES WAX RASH | surfshopperegian
Leg Ropes Boardies Wax Rash

In the early days we used to lose our boards on the rocks, hit an occasional surfer in the way with a loose board, and swim a lot, as we didn’t have leg ropes. Those were the days, and we apologised for any injury incurred along the way.

Then a whole bunch of guys came up with innovative ideas with some that didn’t amount to much, but out of all this a “Leg Rope” was born.
This Leg Rope stopped your board from going onto the rocks…yeeeewwww!
This Leg Rope stopped the swim to the beach…yeeeewwww!
This Leg Rope allowed the frequency of waves surfed in one session instantly double…yeeeewwww!
Most of all, the Leg Rope stopped the board from hitting a lot of other people.
The only down side was that they had “Bungie” style elasticity at the time, and you had to be aware that they really did twang back at you superfast, and whack you in the face…not a good look. But we soon got the hang of the twang, and used them religiously. Leg Ropes didn’t take long to evolve into a use full surfing necessity.
This brings me again to the “Modern Retro Surfer” and the attitude towards “Leg Ropes” today (I will add here, If you are within a small group of like minded, and away from others you may be the exception)
If you are surfing within a crowd, with all levels of other surfers, on a busy day for example, First Point on any lazy Sunday in Summer, I don’t think it is “Cool” to surf any board, especially the likes of a Mal, with out a “Leg Rope“