Surf Gear That’s Actually Worth It
When the swell hits and the wind turns offshore, the last thing you want is to second-guess your board, wetsuit, or fins.
This post kicks off a new chapter on the blog: a hands-on series of gear reviews and guides. I’ll be testing everything in real surf conditions, from mellow beach breaks to heavy reef setups. No paid hype. No sugarcoating. Just honest feedback from someone who spends more time in saltwater than on land.
🏄 What I’m Covering
I’ll be focusing on the essentials that every surfer depends on, whether you’re just starting or have been charging for years.
Boards: shortboards, mid-lengths, and foamies
Wetsuits: warmth, flexibility, comfort, and value
Fins: templates, materials, and when to swap them
Accessories: leashes, grip, wax, surf watches, travel bags
I’ll also include guides to help you pick the right gear for your style and local break. Because what works in clean, overhead Indo isn’t always what you need in onshore knee-highs.
🧪 Tested in Real Surf
These reviews won’t come from a showroom. I’m taking this gear into real sessions. That means pre-dawn cold water, long paddles, crowded peaks, hold-downs, and the occasional sketchy reef exit. If it holds up, I’ll let you know. If it fails, I’ll say that too.
🗓 Coming Soon
“Do You Really Need That $900 Board?”
“Best Fins for Speed vs Control: Side-by-Side Review”
“The Wetsuit That Kept Me Warm at 6 AM in February”
“Three Surf Bags That Survived Airport Chaos”
If there’s a piece of gear you love or something that didn’t live up to the hype, send it my way. I’ll take a look and maybe feature it in a future post.