The Surfboard Man's Profile

The Surfboard Man

14 Followers
4 Blog Followers
1 Blog Reviews

Following:
Following Blogs: 9

Latest Activity

The Man behind the Camera: Bruce Brown

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Nov 21, 2009, 12:42 pm
Bruce Brown is one of the most iconic figures in the surfing world. His distinctive narrating voice is one of the reasons he was so successful. Mr. Brown also had a eye for camera shots and cinematogr...
Comment - Like

Don't Fall

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Nov 21, 2009, 10:36 am
There is often a debate about whether falling while surfing is good because you are trying difficult maneuvers or if it means you are not a good surfer. I think falling can be good if you are improvin...
Comment - Like

Glassy Conditions

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Nov 18, 2009, 4:39 pm
The best thing for surfing is glassy surf conditions. The term “glassy” comes from the appearance when the ocean is smooth and not choppy. Glassy conditions are most common in the early morning da...
Comment - Like

Keeping your Backpack Safe

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Nov 15, 2009, 9:57 am
Do you surf alone and leave a backpack or other items on the beach. From time to time we all do and it can be pretty risky. We all get distracted and there is no way we can watch our stuff on the beac...
Comment - Like

Heated Wetsuits

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Nov 13, 2009, 4:44 pm
When surfing started there was a small group of surfers who braved cold water and lonely beaches to get a session in year round. You could only surf for about 30min. Because the water was to cold with...
Comment - Like

Retro Surfboards

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Nov 10, 2009, 7:21 pm
In all aspects of the world, retro is making a comeback. But what is considered “retro”? Is it something from the past or a new trend which reminds people of something of the past. Retro is defin...
Comment - Like

Know your Limits

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Nov 6, 2009, 6:49 pm
Every year hundreds of beach goers and surfers go into surf conditions which are past their limits and boundaries. This puts lifeguard’s and their lives at risk. I have seen this countless times...
Comment - Like

Staying warm when surfing in the winter

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Nov 4, 2009, 6:33 pm
Surfing in the winter can be a test of a surfers dedication to the sport and tolerance of cold water. It is not pleasant and sometimes down right extreme. Sometimes winter rewards surfers with great w...
Comment - Like

Hippyos Clothing

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Oct 30, 2009, 4:47 pm
If you want to talk about an innovative surf clothing company than talk about Hippyos Apparel. If you want to talk about stylish clothing, hand crafted and reasonably priced than you should talk about...
Comment - Like

Ron Jon Surf Shop

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Oct 24, 2009, 7:25 am
What was purposed a few years ago was a Florida’s surfers dream come true. It was also every other surfers dream coming true. A state of the art surf park with two sperate wave pools. The facili...
Comment - Like

Catching Steep Waves

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Oct 18, 2009, 1:01 pm
One of the most difficult things to make yourself do is to catch steep and fast waves. They are hard to catch because you have to catch them in such a cruical spot on the wave. You have to commit to g...
Comment - Like

How much $$$

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Oct 7, 2009, 9:51 am
How much would you pay to live and surf at this wave?
Comment - Like

How to Build an Alaia

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Oct 3, 2009, 6:44 am
“Whoa, I can’t believe you guys sell alaia’s here. Do these things really work?” This is a question that surf shop around the country are getting who are carrying alaia’s...
Comment - Like

If it sucks still paddle out….

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Oct 1, 2009, 7:50 am
I have experienced countless times when i head down to go surfing and when I get there the surf is horrible. This situation usually happens when there is really nice weather, but no swell. I always pa...
Comment - Like

The Board doesn't make the surfer

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Sep 29, 2009, 8:55 am
A lot of less experienced surfers, will pay a lot of $$$$ for a top of the line surfboard. There is no problem with that as long as they realize that the surfboard does not make the surfer. Experiance...
Comment - Like

Do You Have a Surf Company?

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Sep 25, 2009, 6:22 pm
Its Back – Expensive FREE Advertising As most of you know the surfing community has been hit hard with the economic down turns. Many are wondering when the goverment are going to give us a bai...
Comment - Like

The Drifter – Rob Machado

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Sep 23, 2009, 7:01 pm
The Drifter Trailer from NY Surf Film Fest on Vimeo. In the summer of 2008, iconic surfer and former Pipe Master Rob Machado flew to Indonesia to experience a different kind of surf trip. A journey t...
Comment - Like

Brandon Manguso – Surfer Profile

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Sep 21, 2009, 8:36 am
At 15 years old Brandon Manguso could be the next big surfer to break into the surfing world. With over 12 top 3 finishes, he has proven to be a competitive surfer with the skills and mindset to win a...
Comment - Like

Hurley Pro – Recap

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Sep 20, 2009, 8:38 am
This week the ASP World Tour rolled into San Clemente to setup for the 6th stop on the tour. The surfers saw less than perfect lowers with small swells and long lulls. The conditions proved difficult ...
Comment - Like

What is the waiting period for a surf contest?

The Surfboard Man posted an article on The Surfboard Man - Sep 17, 2009, 8:20 pm
A waiting period for a surf contest is the time that they have to run the contest. For example the waiting period is 2 weeks, but the contest only takes a maximum of 4 days to run if they ran the cont...
Comment - Like

The Surfboard Man is following the blog Surfing Mama

The Surfboard Man is following the blog Legendary Surfers

The Surfboard Man is following the blog Surfgirl

The Surfboard Man is following the blog The Surfing Blog

About Me

The Surfboard Man came to California 15 years ago in search of better weather and better surf. Having found such fun and diverse surfing conditions, he never left. Surfing is his passion and life. He now runs a leading surf website dedicated to sharing the stoke of surfing. The Surfboard Man’s site covers surfing contests, up and coming artists, new products, giveaways and tips for beginners.

The Surfboard Man's Blogs:

The Surfboard Man's Followers

14 Followers See All »

The Surfboard Man is Following

Following See All »

Invite Your Friends

Invite your contacts to blogged from: