Table of Contents
What wax does Kelly Slater use?
Fu Wax is likely to be found under the feet of the world’s premier surfers, including (but certainly not limited to) Kelly Slater, Dane Reynolds, John John Florence, Koa Rothman (who forsakes his father’s own Da Hui blend in pursuit of Fu), and literally the whole Brazilian CT contingent.
What can I use if I don’t have Surf wax?
What Can I Use Instead of Wax? (3 Alternatives)
- Full Board Trackpad. You may have seen some surfers using a pad near the back of their board.
- Cork Traction Pads. Similar to an EVA full board trackpad, a cork traction pad is a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative.
- Sticky Surfboard Grip Pads.
How do I choose a surfboard wax?
Choosing the right surfboard wax is important for your session, choose a wax that is too soft for the climate and your feet will move around, too hard and you won’t be able to get the grip you require. Surfboard wax is generally composed of a mixture of paraffin, beeswax and petroleum jelly to create a softer wax.
What is the name of surfboard wax?
Zog’s Sex Wax® is a specially formulated wax used to coat the deck of a surfboard and provide traction between the surfer’s feet and the surfboard. There are four types of Mr. Zog’s Sex Wax® used for surfing: original Sex Wax, Quick Humps, Really Tacky and Navel Wax (body-boarding wax).
What is basecoat Surf Wax?
The basecoat is the first layer of wax that you will apply to your surfboard. Generally, the basecoat will consist of a harder wax that can generally be used in warm water or tropical climates. What’s the purpose of this coat? In short, the basecoat is meant to hold your top coat down and get your board surf-ready.
Should you wax the rails of a surfboard?
Surfboard wax is more important than ever. Applying a base coat of surfboard wax ensures you’ll get a primary anti-slippery layer that will last longer than the top basic coat. Some surfers also apply wax on the surfboard rails for extreme duck-diving and late take-offs.
How do you make surf wax?
Homemade Surfboard Wax 101
- Place three and a half parts beeswax, one part coconut oil, and one part tree resin (optional) in a large cook pot;
- Heat gently in a double boiler, keeping the mixture moving;
- Stir the mixture until all ingredients are liquefied;
What happens if you don’t wax your surfboard?
You can but it is extremely difficult to surf on an unwaxed surfboard. Surfboard wax gives you the grip and traction you need and prevents you from sliding off the board when paddling. Slipping off a surfboard is no fun. Some surfboards don’t require wax while others need it.
What else can surf wax be used for?
Surfboard wax (also known as surfwax) is a formulation of natural and/or synthetic wax for application to the deck of a surfboard, bodyboard, or skimboard, to keep the surfer from slipping off the board when paddling out or riding a wave. It is also used to increase grip on the paddle of a surf kayak or dragon boat.
Do you wax the top or bottom of a surfboard?
You need to wax the top of your surfboard, particularly where you will be standing and moving. Don’t wax the bottom of your surfboard, as it won’t help you – it might even slow you down in the water!
Can you use beeswax on a surfboard?
This article has been viewed 68,183 times. Surf wax is a waxy substance that surfers apply to their surfboard to create traction and make the surface of the board less slippery. It’s quite easy to make organic warm water wax at home using only beeswax and coconut oil.