July 2, 2010 by jameslucas.

By Jason B Fackrell

It’s safe to say that a good majority of surfers and skimboarders, beginners to intermediate are still not quite sure which type of waxes they should be waxing their boards with. We’re going to try and help some people out with any questions you might have. Depending on where you live might also determine which waxes you should use on your board.

First lets talk about two very famous wax companies and the different kinds of waxes that they carry and which ones would be best fit you.

1. Mr. Zog’s: Zog’s Sex was first produced by Fredrick Herzog III aka-(Mr Zog) and also by chemist Nate Skinner way back in 1972.

Zog’s was also originally created to be used for drummers to get better grips on their drum sticks but quickly became popular with surfers as a great wax for their boards.

Zog’s carries a variety of waxes but the most important information to know are the differences between cold wax and warm wax. It’s actually quite simple. If you’re going to be surfing or skimboarding in cold water than you should use a colder wax. If you’re surfing or skimboarding in warm water than you should use warmer/hotter wax.

Warm water wax last longer and is less sticky than cold water wax and some people prefer to use warm wax all the time regardless of the temperature of the water. Cold water wax is more sticky and softer than warm wax.

2. Sticky Bumps: Sticky Bumps was founded in 1967 by John Dahl and is now owned by John and his wife.

Like Zog’s, Sticky Bumps carries a wide range of waxes and here’s what type of wax they recommend depending on the temperature of the water.

• Tropical Wax: 75.F degrees and above.
• Warm Wax: 64-74.F degrees.
• Cool Wax: 58-78.F degrees.
• Cold Wax: 60.F degrees and below.

Thanks,
Jason Fackrell

http://www.SkimBoardPros.com

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The Best Wax to Use on Your Skimboard and Surfboard

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May 6, 2010 by jameslucas.

By Stephanie A Stover

1. Identify potential hazards such as currents, rocks, as well as entry and exit points.
2. Respect the ocean and learn the culture of surfing. “Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but pictures.”
3. Know your personal limits of ability of your equipment, yourself and physical fitness and adapt them to your session.
4. Allow your body to rest adequately between surfing sessions, eat a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables, protein and avoid fad diets, processed foods, drugs, alcohol and tobacco.
5. Warm up prior to surfing, and stretch before and after.
6. Use surfing as an outlet to increase self awareness and become a better individual. Do not harass others or become a victim to feeling surf rage, but rather take an opportunity to teach and learn in each session.
7. Stay hydrated with water, rather than soda, juice, beer or other beverages.
8. Obtain a full night’s sleep. A full night’s sleep is important for full recovery.
9. Understand the proper technique. First understand where your balance or center-of-gravity is, then add rotations, flexions and extensions from that position. You can move as hard and fast as your balance allows.
10. Understanding your equipment. Talk with your shaper to better understand your equipment and obtain maximum benefits.
11. Watch and critique yourself on video. Technique is essential when attempting to learn new manoeuvres.
12. Watch the pros. When you are trying to learn new things watch videos of top pros, try to watch everything from the approach to the exit of the manoeuvre you want to learn.
13. Have fun! Don’t get too uptight about crowds, wave counts etc. Remember what you are there for in the first place: to have FUN!

Stephanie Stover is an experienced writer who has been published in a plethora of hardcover books, magazines and online journals.

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