SURF LEASHES
Surf leash: how to choose, attach and maintain it? What is a surf leash? The leash is the cord that connects you to your board. A small accessory... but an...
THE SURF COMMUNITY IN MONTREAL
It's not uncommon to hear an experienced surfer say that "surfing is more than a sport, it's a lifestyle" and it didn't really mean anything to me at first, but...
PLANNING YOUR FIRST SURF TRIP
Planning a surf trip can be really exciting, but also a little nerve-wracking. So here's a quick guide to help you plan your trip with peace of mind. Choosing your...
SURF JARGON: a little glossary to use in the line-up or at the bar in the evening!
Line-up: indicates the surfers who are waiting their “turn” to catch a wave. On a beachbreak, the surfers are more spread out because the waves do not always break in...
SURFBOARDS
The main qualities of a surfboard are to float and glide on the water. Another way to choose your board is based on what you will look like walking with...
SUN PROTECTION
Many Quebecers go on vacation in the winter with the intention of coming back with a “nice, healthy tan,” but there is a fine line (like our skin) between getting...
THE GREATEST QUALITIES OF A SURFER
Patience + Perseverance, Resilience, Observation to learn to read the ocean, watch other surfers Zen/chill/relax, don't take yourself too seriously, it's easy to fall into the quest for performance, to...