Best surfing equipment according to redditors

This bad boy

I use Sex Wax, but get the cold water surf wax like the 2X here. It's softer and stickier than usual hockey wax.

Plus it smells fantastic.

MAKE A LIST OF EVERYTHING TO TAKE, and FOLLOW IT.

Ear drops as mentioned.

Take motion sickness meds if you're at all prone to motion sickness or aren't sure (bonine tends to work better than dramamine for people from what I've seen, but ymmv). Better safe than sorry on that one.

Pack light... then take out a bunch of that stuff (most people wear less shirts than there are days on the trip in my experience, two swimsuits is plenty as well).

If you need your own towels (you may not), microfiber towels pack great and while not quite a good as "nice" towels, they're much more convenient when traveling.

If you drink, drink lightly. You're paying to dive, so it's best to be able to dive (not hungover) and to do so safely.

Take reef-safe sunscreen and use it.

Fin socks - I don't dive without them if I can help it (in fact, I have two extra pair in my save-a-dive kit).

Take some waterproof band-aids - if you get a cut/scrape (or too much rubbing on your fin that isn't quite the right size) etc the boat probably has a first aid kit, but it may or may not have bandaids that won't come off when you're diving. These don't take up much room and can be very helpful.

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Poly repair kit: https://www.amazon.com/Ding-All-Super-Polyester-Repair/dp/B0010C3U1S/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1467699916&sr=8-3

Qcell: https://www.amazon.com/Ding-All-Q-Cell-Filler--oz/dp/B004BG0AZY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1467699993&sr=8-1&keywords=q+cell

instructions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2riyAIQ_4Qk

It'll come out to the low price of $12.95 + your labor (which is worthless anyway, let's be real)

You can use fiberglass to repair it, yes. The important thing is to match the cement type to your board. i.e.; if you have an epoxy board with a polystyrene-based core, you'll want to use epoxy and not polyurethane. Additionally, you'll want an epoxy formulated for exposure to UV if you won't be painting over it.

That said, if it's just a small ding, why not use somethign like a sun-curing ding kit? You can even apply at the beach (in the shade) and then expose to the sun, and presto! https://www.amazon.com/Sun-Cure-Fiber-Surfboard-Repair/dp/B000TGEBIC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1526967322&sr=8-2&keywords=sun+cure+epoxy&dpID=41Oc9jcDTJL&preST=_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Just wrap a towel around 'em. or, there's always this: https://www.amazon.com/FINPULLER-Worlds-Surfboard-Removal-Installation/dp/B07HXH27RG/ref=pd_rhf_sc_s_pd_crcd_1_7/156-4149958-6346326?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07HXH27RG&pd_rd_r=17baf63c-dd0e-49d4-adb2-adef673b38f8&pd_rd_w=BQx2R&pd_rd_wg=zs1Sq&pf_rd_p=36c62ed8-9692-4b91-aa9a-c4b3b85cc759&pf_rd_r=P8MYYMDCCWEBJNQB788G&psc=1&refRID=P8MYYMDCCWEBJNQB788G

Pickle wax remover

Surf wax scraper

I use scraper first to get off all the big chunks, then the pickle to remove the rest if I'm motivated.

Hmm not sure. If your compression gear is mostly Lycra I don’t see why not. If you have an extra pair of shorts of something you could improvise some Lycra socks too.

Edit:

Links!
Deep See Elastain Fin Socks, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0026PHGRC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6obPCb96G9S9E

NeoSport Wetsuits Full Body Sports Skins Full Body Sports Skins, Black, X-Lar - Diving, Snorkeling & Wakeboarding https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003554ETU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VpbPCb78Q6G4E

Twin pack for $25
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076HN8P6Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_HKGKDbDP55W4S

I lost one a couple weeks ago, got leashes, broke the leashes after a week or so.

Not super encouraged to buy another set of these, open to suggestions.

https://www.amazon.com/G3-Ski-Leash-Coiled-Cable/dp/B07JCBPRTJ/ref=sr_1_4

dang man that stinks. When i had a small crack in a board i reached out to the manufacturer and they recommended this. They offered to fix it for free if i shipped it (across US) or buy this for me. I just bought it myself but it worked well.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005JPB9DI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Since the board is red, you will definitely see it since you cant dye it.... and even if you could, it wouldnt match.

Neoprene cement is the right way to go. Read and follow the instructions. A little tear like that in that are will repair well, low stress area. The trickiest part is holding the repair apart while the glue dries. I fold the suit over right at the tear and hold it that way with whatever object I have handy.

Beware, the glue is black in color and will stick to any porous surface it contacts, forever. Has the consistency of snot.

https://www.amazon.com/ONeill-Wetsuit-Repair-Cement/dp/B07793QZD3

There is a "Wax Buddy" stamped one with the bottle opener: https://www.amazon.com/SBS-Scraper-Bottle-Opener-Buddy/dp/B01A83YTKU

http://surfcohawaii.com/tail-guard-kit-twin-kit-black-white-or-clear/

edit: looks like they're out of stock but you can buy two individually on amazon https://www.amazon.com/SurfCo-Surfboard-Tail-Guard-Black/dp/B076HN8P6Q/

I think you're talking about Sun Cure. You but that on the spots that need fixed. It cures in the sun...

Yikes man. Spending $50 on a day bag might be the move after repairs

I just bought this bag and took it on a plane for my trip to Florida. I can’t say much on protection from heat and stuff but for convenience it’s awesome. There is a lot of space to fit towels, sandals, sunscreen etc. Very happy with purchasing it

comb + wax pickle

https://www.amazon.com/Pickle-Wax-Remover-Comb/dp/B001AD2I3S

Must have just gotten a bad batch or the seal was broken - I use the Ding ALL kit from amazon because it has the flexibility to use just the resin or I can use the fiberglass cloth too in case I need to patch a bigger space. Never had the issue of opening a new bottle and it being solid.

edit: grammar cracker

Can anyone tell the difference between these two:
http://www.amazon.com/Ding-All-Standard-Repair-Kit/dp/B004BFSLQA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1394912930&sr=8-1&keywords=ding+all

http://www.amazon.com/Ding-All-Standard-Blue-Label/dp/B002UZK94A/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1394912930&sr=8-7&keywords=ding+all

https://www.amazon.com/Ding-All-Epoxy-Surfboard-Repair/dp/B005JPB9DI

They offer a kit for poly, too.

in my area, every surf shop carry either original futures or futures compatible fins

if you don't want to buy an original futures fins - looks at captain fin or true ames or any other brand without fcs in its name

here is true ames - https://www.trueames.com/collections/twin-fins-1

captain fin - https://captainfin.com/collections/twin-fins

and here is a cheaper option - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07S2P6LJQ/ref=sspa_dk_detail_5?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07S2P6LJQ&pd_rd_w=uRIvF&pf_rd_p=45a72588-80f7-4414-9851-786f6c16d42b&pd_rd_wg=iXp6B&pf_rd_r=G2T1B4J00SQN4P9QX5W1&pd_rd_r=0604738b-d18b-40a8-a0e0-00192f435913&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzSkZWN0NTTTg4NlA1JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDY2OTEyMzgwWVZHNUJLSkdGWCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODY3NDMzMzA1WDY3M01JSkJFTiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2RldGFpbCZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

If you want to do it right, you're going to need some fiberglass sheeting and some resin. For the first one, you could use some surfboard repair resin like this

I think the second one is too large just for that. This looks like a good, cheap kit that would repair both of them.

Just remember, if you haven't worked with this kind of stuff before, the cleaner you apply it, the less you'll have to sand later!

Do you have pics of the dings? I might be able to help you out a bit more if I know the extent of the damage.

Aside from that, I would recommend going online and ordering some Suncure. It's easy to use, safe and I've done surprisingly significant repairs with the stuff. My buddy's leash ripped a 3 inch slot through the back of his board on a bigger swell. He got out of the water, suncured it and set it out to cure, switched boards and the next morning took the suncured board out for a surf with no problems whatsoever.

teddy with the slick, quick helpful links: https://www.amazon.com/Pickle-Wax-Remover-Comb/dp/B001AD2I3S

https://www.amazon.com/ONeill-Wetsuit-Repair-Cement/dp/B07793QZD3

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1. Will this be impossible without a power sander?
   
   
2. What do you think of Ding all for there surf repair stuff:
   https://www.amazon.com/Ding-All-Standard-polyester-Repair/dp/B004BFSLQA/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1465881801&sr=8-9&keywords=surfboard+repair
   https://www.amazon.com/Ding-All-Q-Cell-Filler--oz/dp/B004BG0AZY/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1465881801&sr=8-8&keywords=surfboard+repair

was going to suggest just getting a rubber tip but they don't come with glue anymore?

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https://www.amazon.com/SurfCo-Surfboard-Guard-Assorted-Colors/dp/B06Y4VPNHM

I think i'm gonna buy this thing, should work

https://www.amazon.com/SurfCo-Surfboard-Guard-Assorted-Colors/dp/B06Y4VPNHM

OP copied their competitor anyway (notice the bottle opened in the handle)...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A83YTKU

These on one of my boards, and those on another.

http://www.amazon.com/Prosea-Surfboard-Base-Carbon-Surfing-Thruster/dp/B017LP9GX8?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00

They are actually a solid set.

Hahaha the name is misleading. Its wax originally created for surfers. You can find it here:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LU2GVKU/ref=pd_sim_468_5?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=T2RDJKSQJ949MQG2ECM5

Is his house downwind from someone repairing surfboards? Glass microballoons don't fall to the ground like the road-reflector powder. They're hollow, so they can drift on the breeze.

If they were in his clothes and hair (perhaps from a spilled shipment on RR,) they might seem like a tiny bit of talc. Shaking out hair or clothing would create a big invisible cloud, and they'd later settle on everything.

Look up MSDS safety sheet for glass microballoons.. Non-hazardous. Eye irritant.

Try removing them from skin by using fresh duct-tape.

Why base coat? It wouldn't be as sticky as the warm water sticky bumps.
http://www.amazon.com/Sticky-Bumps-Tropical-Water-Surfboard/dp/B0053TGSK4/ref=pd_sim_sg_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1TTWY659SG1960R5QSJJ

Barefoot feet pads https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07W1Z4GTS/

The Wax Buddy Product

doctorbean's item

Patent fraud or not, it's still a pretty obvious ripoff.

If somebody had copied a cartoon or a piece of artwork this closely and posted it as their own on reddit, people would be tearing them a new one.

This is why people hate lawyers.

EDIT: I'm going counter to the bandwagon and getting downvoted, but take a look at the google image search for wax combs and note how the only one that looks almost exactly like the Wax Buddy is doctorbean's creation.