Reef Cuts First Aid: What to Do in the Water and After

Reef Cuts First Aid: What to Do in the Water and After

Get out of the water, stop the bleeding with pressure, then scrub the cut with soap and water, flush it well, cover it with a clean non-stick dressing and watch it closely for infection over the next several days. Reef cuts are dirty wounds. Coral and sand can stay...
Turtle Roll on a Longboard: Step-by-Step Guide

Turtle Roll on a Longboard: Step-by-Step Guide

To turtle roll a longboard, paddle straight at the oncoming whitewater with some speed, grab the rails, roll the board and yourself upside down just before the wave arrives, hold on while it passes over you, then flip back up and keep paddling. Longboards float too...
Surf Leash Length: How to Pick the Right Size for Your Board

Surf Leash Length: How to Pick the Right Size for Your Board

Choose a leash that is about the same length as your board, or a little longer if your board falls between sizes. A 6’ board takes a 6’ leash, an 8’ board takes an 8’ leash, and a longboard usually takes a 9’ or 10’ leash. Thickness, the cuff style and the kind of...
Surf Fitness for Beginners: A Simple Plan to Get Ready

Surf Fitness for Beginners: A Simple Plan to Get Ready

To get fit for surfing, train four things: paddling strength in your shoulders and back, a stable core, balance, and enough cardio to keep paddling without gasping. Two or three short sessions a week for a few weeks is plenty for a first-timer. Add a proper warm-up...