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Is surftech a good brand?
The quality is good- but not better than a handcrafted board. The pricing was pretty close to what I would’ve paid for a big-name polyester-glassed board. The bottom line is- performance-wise, this is one of the best longboards I’ve had.
What are sup fins?
Fins allows you to move forward in a relatively straight line, or “track”. They prevent the tail of the board from slipping sideways as you put pressure on either side of the board as you go through your stroke. The design of the fin also affects speed, stability and how easily you can turn your board.
What size fin should I use?
Fin Size. The size of the fin is going to impact your performance. A larger fin generally will have more hold and also provide plenty of control in bigger surf. A smaller fin, on the other hand, is going to be more forgiving and loose but you’re going to sacrifice a lot of drive and control in bigger surf.
Is Riviera sup still in business?
Riviera Paddlesurf was born from a family’s love of SUP surfing. Established in coastal Southern California 2007 as the leading brand exclusive to creating Stand Up Paddle specific products only, Riviera Paddlesurf is still family owned and operated.
Is surftech an epoxy?
Surftech Inflatables come with dual-action hand pump to transform from duffel bag sized to a full-sized SUP. 15-18psi. Softops are built with a water-resistant fused-cell core, epoxy resin, fiberglass, and a wood reinforced standing area.
What is surftech fusion Poly?
The Squirty / Fusion-Poly is a balance between paddling and maneuverability, the Yin and Yang of surfboard design. Low entry rocker with a slightly rolled bottom going into a single concave and finishing to a double concave with a user friendly tail lift, makes the Squirty loose and fast.
Can you use a paddle board without the middle fin?
For paddling in flatter/calmer waters (basically any conditions other than whitewater or surf), you will want to have the middle fin installed at all times. This is what keeps the board going in a straight line. Without a fin, the board will just spin around.
Can I use my paddleboard without the fin?
You do need a fin on a paddleboard to make it maneuver properly. Without a fin, you would spin around in a tight circle. The paddleboard fin also adds stability to the board.
Should I ride medium or large fins?
The size of the fin is going to impact your performance. A larger fin generally will have more hold and also provide plenty of control in bigger surf. A smaller fin, on the other hand, is going to be more forgiving and loose, but you’re going to sacrifice a lot of drive and control in bigger surf.
Who are the leading designers of Surftech?
Working with world leading designers like Joe Bark and Jeff Clark, Surftech continues to push the boundaries of performance and durability. Our Bark designed Prone boards and NSP and Bark SUP Race boards are known the world over. Today, we continue to push the technical limits of materials and constructions.
What kind of prone board does Surftech use?
Our Bark designed Prone boards and NSP and Bark SUP Race boards are known the world over. Today, we continue to push the technical limits of materials and constructions.
What can you do with a Surftech SUP board?
Surftech became the first commercially available SUP board brand available to the general public. Today, Stand Up Paddle boards have evolved to become technical equipment made for Touring, SUP Surfing, Racing, Fishing, Women and All-Around recreational usage.
What kind of foam is used in Surftech?
Both Surftech and NSP products use sustainable “GreenPoxy” and other sustainable materials such as Bloom Foam and Coco Flax in many of their models. This effort has been awarded the much sought-after approval from industry watch dog organization “Sustainable Surf”.