Quick and Easy Surfboard Care Tips 4 min read

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Quick and Easy Surfboard Care Tips

The Simple Surfer 4 years ago

It’s easy to damage your new surfboard in the water, and even easier to do so on your way out of the shop. This article... Read More

Don’t Get Rid of Your Funboard! Here’s Why… 3 min read

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Don’t Get Rid of Your Funboard! Here’s Why…

The Simple Surfer 4 years ago

Congratulations. You just landed your first air. You now stand out in the lineup, even among advanced surfers. As a shortboard shredder with your humiliating... Read More

The Best Gifts For Surfers: Ridershack’s 2020 Holiday Guide 2 min read

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The Best Gifts For Surfers: Ridershack’s 2020 Holiday Guide

The Simple Surfer 4 years ago

Every surfer has a wish list but buying gifts for surfers can be nearly as challenging as surfing itself. Luckily, we’ve curated the ultimate surfing... Read More

When to Replace Your Winter Wetsuit and How to Choose A New One 3 min read

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When to Replace Your Winter Wetsuit and How to Choose A New One

The Simple Surfer 4 years ago

Winter surfing in Los Angeles often means colder water temperatures, bigger waves, and more neoprene. Likely, you haven’t seen your old 4/3 wetsuit since the... Read More

Should You Be Riding a Poly or Epoxy Surfboard? 5 min read

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Should You Be Riding a Poly or Epoxy Surfboard?

The Simple Surfer 5 years ago

Poly or epoxy? This ongoing debate surrounding surfboard construction can be traced back to the ’90s and gained traction in 2005 when Clark Foam, an... Read More

Stitches Seam Important: Differences In Construction Between High-End and Entry-Level Surfing Wetsuits 4 min read

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Stitches Seam Important: Differences In Construction Between High-End and Entry-Level Surfing Wetsuits

The Simple Surfer 5 years ago

Nearly all wetsuits are made to perform one simple function: to keep you warm. However, not all wetsuits are made equal. To understand what constitutes... Read More

The Inside Scoop on Wetsuit Linings 4 min read

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The Inside Scoop on Wetsuit Linings

The Simple Surfer 5 years ago

When hunting for the best wetsuit possible, internal wetsuit linings are a crucial component of your decision. So far, our wetsuit guide has covered seam... Read More

Why Torq Surfboards Are The Perfect Hybrid Boards 4 min read

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Why Torq Surfboards Are The Perfect Hybrid Boards

The Simple Surfer 5 years ago

Torq Surfboards? Haven’t heard of them? It’s time you meet the ultimate hybrid surfboard. We know, “hybrid” is a loaded term when it comes to... Read More

Why You Need a Surfboard Bag and How to Choose the Right One 3 min read

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Why You Need a Surfboard Bag and How to Choose the Right One

The Simple Surfer 5 years ago

Do I really need a board bag? This question has been muttered in surf shops, debated online, and truthfully, has an easy answer—yes. We get... Read More

Surfing in Los Angeles: A Rider Shack Guide 7 min read

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Surfing in Los Angeles: A Rider Shack Guide

The Simple Surfer 5 years ago

Waves on tap year-round Whether you’re new to LA or just passing through, the best way to visit the beaches in California is to surf... Read More