Surf Gear

Honest reviews, buying guides, and practical advice on the gear that shapes your sessions. From surfboards and wetsuits to accessories and travel essentials, find out what’s worth it, what’s not, and how to choose equipment that fits your level, style, and wave goals.

Surf Fitness Workouts: The Complete Training Guide for Real Surfers

The first time I did a proper paddle-fitness session out of the water — resistance bands, rowing intervals, weighted pull-ups — I realised how...

Surf Gear Malo - April 17, 2026

The Complete Surf Leash Guide: Size, Setup, and the Best Leashes to Buy

I've snapped three leashes in my surfing life. The first was a cheap, over-aged urethane cord that gave up in waist-high shore break —...

Surf Gear Malo - April 17, 2026

The Best Surf Fins: Thruster, Twin, Longboard and Quad Setups Tested

I used to think fins were fins. Then a friend swapped the stock set on my shortboard for a proper template, and the board...

Surf Gear Malo - April 17, 2026

The Best Surfboard for Beginners: 6 Boards That Actually Help You Learn

I've watched a lot of beginners show up to the beach with the wrong board — a friend's old 6'2" shortboard they borrowed because...

Surf Gear Malo - April 17, 2026

Best Surf Hats – Test & Review

Spending an afternoon shading your eyes with one hand while paddling with the other gets old fast. After testing 12+ surf hats in everything...

Surf Gear Malo - February 13, 2026

Best Wetsuits for Surfing – Test & Review

I've been testing wetsuits in cold Pacific Northwest water for over five years, and I can tell you that finding the right suit transforms...

Surf Gear Malo - January 22, 2026

The Best Surf Watches : Guide for Surfers

I've tested dozens of surf watches over the past few seasons, from budget tide trackers to premium GPS-enabled smartwatches. After countless dawn patrols and...

Surf Gear Malo - January 9, 2026

Is the Oura Ring Waterproof: What You Should Know Before Taking It in the Water

If you're wondering whether you can wear your Oura Ring in the shower, pool, or out in the surf, the answer is yes with...

Surf Gear Malo - January 9, 2026

Surf Brands Every Surfer Should Know

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Surf Gear Malo - January 6, 2026