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Proper Care of Your Surfboard December 24, 2011

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Mainly taking care of your surfboard is to get in and out of the water handling. Most injuries occur on the boards during transport in and out of the water. An epoxy resists paddle surfing requires the same careful treatment than conventional epoxy boards long and short. The difference out of court the size of the board is to respect all the more to come in order to prevent and be on the ground. New boards have a handle for easy transport easy, otherwise it is advisable to install a handle or strap system to make it easy to carry. It is also important to remember that the size of the board is in danger of severe wind and makes it much more difficult to maneuver. Avoid situations of high winds and you can then request a second set of hands.

The second most likely cause of the damage it is to get to and from the beach. Due to the size of the above, a rack system or a truck with a tail gate pad is recommended. Make sure the board is mounted directly on a rack. Soft-rack systems do not work well unless the board is directly wound on the car with a towel between the carriers and soft-top door of the car and put on the board. It is not advisable to have a fixed-rack system, especially if your distance is greater than a few miles there is no movement or highway. High speeds with a board of this size can lead to disaster if the board does not “fix” to correct your vehicle.

Finally, stand up paddle board can be damaged by the elements from the water if not properly cleaned with fresh water and allow to dry. Then, keep out of direct sunlight and in a moderate temperature, the core of the board of expansion and contraction caused delamination hold. Newer electrical panels because of their total volume of the foam has a vent, so the pressure to escape from below, but also prevent that water can penetrate. To help, leave to dry your own lawyer from the elements by fresh water and completely clean the board before going into any pocket. Most beaches have to provide a clean, fresh water for easy cleaning there. This is the best way.

Follow these simple guidelines for the care and protection of your stand up paddle boards and surf-and epoxy.

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