Boardshorts
Surfers and avid beach goers practically live in board shorts because they are so comfortable and practical. Boardshorts are made from special fabric to allow them to dry quickly from going in and out of the water all day. If your shorts remain wet for long periods of time they will end up rubbing you and causing discomfort. Another main reason why board shorts are great for surfers is because they stretch enough to allow you to move easily on the board. With surfing you need to be able to move around easily and freely and boardshorts gives you the freedom to do this.
The basics of surfing
Surfing is all about practice, it’s a skill that needs to be developed over time but there are a few fundamental rules to follow to get you started.
1. Get comfortable and lie down! – Lie on the Surf board on your stomach and make sure your feet are on the balls of your feet as if you were standing on your tiptoes.
2. Paddle – Wait for the perfect wave. In the water wait for a good wave. Get into position and then go for it and start paddling. When the height of the wave hits your board you need to pop up. Keep your knees bent and spread far apart. A good way when you are a beginner is to get on your knees and then bring yourself up slowly until you are in the standing position.
3. Ride that wave – ride the wave for as long as you can standing on the board.
It sounds easy enough but it is a different story when you are actually there, especially in the water as well.
Surfing Wear
Board shorts are usually the main key item to wear when you are surfing, for men and for women, but there are also other items of clothes you can wear as well. When it is colder you usually wear a wet suit top and your boardshorts on the bottom. Some board shorts are better suited for the water and other board shorts are better for lounging around in. Have a look around and see what you find more comfortable and what suits you best. Sun blocks are commonly used especially in hotter countries such as Australia to keep your face and nose protected Flips are the other main necessity for the beach, they slip on easily and keep your feet cool.
