The Essential Guide to Surfboard Wax: Why Every Surfer Needs It
Surfboard wax is a specialized type of wax designed to provide traction and grip on the surface of a surfboard. Unlike regular wax, surfboard wax is formulated to withstand the harsh conditions of saltwater, sun, and sand, ensuring it remains effective during a surfing session.
What Surfboards do the Pros use?
Title: Unveiling the Art of Surfboard Selection: A Glimpse into the Choices of Professional Surfers Introduction: Surfing is a dynamic and exhilarating sport that requires skill, balance, and the right...
Understanding Surfboard Fins: How do fins work?
At its core, a surfboard fin serves as a stabilizing and steering mechanism. These appendages, typically made from materials like fiberglass, plastic, or composite materials, are affixed to the bottom rear end of the board. They effectively cut through the water, providing traction and control as the surfer navigates waves.
Why do Surfboards turn Yellow?
Surfboards, those sleek and vibrant instruments that glide effortlessly atop ocean waves, are often associated with a certain sun-kissed allure. However, have you ever wondered why some surfboards develop a yellow tint over time?
A Beginner's Guide to Choosing the Best Surfboard
Surfboards come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, each catering to different skill levels and wave conditions. For novices stepping into the world of surfing, the array of options might seem daunting. But fear not! Understanding the basics can make this decision-making process smoother and more enjoyable.
How Surfboards Are Made: Artistry meets scientific precision.
Surfing, an exhilarating dance with the ocean's waves, has been a source of joy and challenge for enthusiasts around the world for centuries. While the heart-pounding experience of riding a...
The History of Surfboards: A Dive into their evolution
Surfing, an activity synonymous with sun, sea, and adventure, has a rich history dating back centuries. Central to this aquatic art form is the surfboard—a quintessential tool that has evolved significantly over time.
December Shop Hours 2023
DECEMBER SHOP HOURS Friday 1st - 9am-5.30pm Saturday 2nd - 10am-4pm Sunday 3rd - Closed Monday 4th - Friday 8th - 9am-5.30pm Saturday 9th - 10am-4pm Sunday 10th -...
Xcel Wetsuits - Neoprene Free by 2026
Today Xcel announced a commitment to produce all of its wetsuits using neoprene-free materials by 2026.
Winter Is Knocking on the door, How's your Wetsuit looking?
WINTER SURFING IS NO JOKE! As we edge closer and closer to the colder months, it's time to start dusting off your winter wetsuit and accessories. Is your kit warm...
Exit Surf Christmas Gift Guide
Exit Surf Christmas Gift Guide 2022 Christmas can be one of the most stressful times of the year, seeing loved ones, eating a stupid amount of food,...
December Shop Hours 2022
BELOW ARE OUR HOURS FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER. WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU IN STORE TO SORT OUT ALL OF YOUR SUMMER NEEDS!
WSL Oi Rio Pro Fantasy Surfer
With the WSL Oi Rio Pro starting in the next 48 hours we thought we'd give you some insight into the comp before it kicks off. With Some Fantasy...
December 2021 Shop Hours
Below are our hours for the month of December. We can't wait to see you in store to sort out all of your summer needs! December Shop Hours Wednesday...
A lifetime spent perfecting the legrope
Via: Stabmag: https://stabmag.com/hardware/ocean-and-earth-has-spent-its-lifetime-perfecting-the-legrope/ Ocean and Earth Has Spent a Lifetime Perfecting the Leg Rope And their latest Slimline cord can really make your surf more enjoyable. You’re going to scream “advertorial!”,...
Reducing Plastic for a better Ocean!
We all know by now that single-use plastic is a real problem for our oceans and the environment as a whole! In a huge step in the right direction, Ocean and Earth have eliminated plastic packaging from over 40 of their surf products.
40 YEARS OF STOKE!!
To commemorate 4 decades of being locally owned and operated we’ve released some limited edition throwback Tees featuring our original Exit Stix logo.
Foaming on New Summer Shred Sleds From O&E
The sun is back, daylight savings is in full effect and Softboard season is upon us! Softboards are fantastic for children and beginners as they are cheaper, easier to catch waves and safer. Even shredders are using Soft tops to add some Summer fun to their quiver to try some new tricks!
5 Must Haves for the Travelling Surfer
In the surf world, there are a lot of dinky try hard surf accessories out there. However, there are also some gems out there that can make your surf experience better, especially if you drive to the surf. Check out our 5 items you probably never knew you needed... but you so do!
O&E Simply the best legropes, as voted by STAB!
When the hard hitting Ozzie surf reporters at STAB, that don't mind sledging gear that is crap, unanimously endorse a product, you take notice. O&E leggies are a resounding hit!
Making Waves with Georgia Wederell
Leading the New Zealand U18 Junior rankings and set to compete in the World Junior Champs is Exit team rider Georgia Wederell, a highly competitive a likeable girl from Mount Maunganui.
GOIN TROPO!
We've put together a list of essentials for your tropical getaway this winter. There's no better way to make it through our harsh New Zealand winter than to escape for...
Exit Surf 2019 Men's Canterbury Surf Champs - Wrap Up
The 2019 Exit Surf Men's Canterbury Surf Champs We have been the principal sponsor of this event for the past couple of years and we are so stoked to be...
Ripcurl Pro Bells Beach 2019
Easter weekend is upon us once again and that means two things: binge eating chocolate eggs and the Ripcurl Pro at Bells Beach. This years event Forecast is looking like...
Billabong Pipe Masters
We have the perfect script for Pipeline, heaps of swell forecast and 3 worthy surfers all vying for the title, The Champ, the Pipe Master and the Underdog!Medina is 2014 World Champ...
MEO Rip Curl Portugal
We are pumped for Portugal... with the epic waves of Supertubos and a title race that is more spicy than a chouriço. Julian looked on insane in the air, stomping...
Quiky Pro France
The European leg of the World Tour is upon us and France is filled with some of the best beachies in the world. Prepare yourself for intense barrels, shredable walls...
Andy Irons - Kissed By God
This movie was heartfelt journey into the underworld of talented but troubled legendary pro surfer Philip Andrew Irons aka Andy. Refreshingly honest and open, brother Bruce Irons, pours his heart...
WSL Announces Pay Equality For 2019 Season
Equal Pay for Men and Woman....Finally Earlier this morning CEO Sophie Goldschmidt announced equal pay for men and women across all WSL controlled events, something that six-time World Champ...
Surf Ranch Pro 2018
The Surf Ranch Pro will be the great leveler. A chance for the worlds best to show what bag of tricks they can pull out, and prove be the best...
Tahiti Pro Teahupoo 2018
Chopes is crazy! The way it folds around on itself, as if to foil any escape from it's insanely perfect cylinders its quite awe inspiring. At size it really shows...
WINTER BOARD TALK 2018
Winter Surf Boards In the colder months it's important to make sure you're on the right equipment. With the days being a lot colder and shorter than in Summer it's...
Corona Open J-Bay 2018
As the elite surfers head back to Supertubes, J-Bay South Africa, we must say we are a bit jealous of having that wave shared with only at most a couple...
Kaikoura Cold Water Classic 2018
The 2018 Spray Marks Kaikoura Cold Water Classic The 2018 Spray Marks Cold Water Classic took place over Queens Birthday weekend at Kaikoura's Meat Works Beach. Record entrants gathered...
Bali Pro Keramas
It's awesome to have Indonesia back in the world pro tour, and his year we are lucky enough to see the top surfers in the world on the rights of...
Fantasy Tips for Brazil 2018
Things get interesting as the tour enters the variable beach breaks of Brazil. Saquarema the new site location used last year, is a very consistent and powerful beach break northeast...
New JS Hyfi Surfboards Just Landed!
The best just got even better! JS Surfboards are now offering their patented Hyfi Epoxy Construction in three awesome new models. The Monsta 8, The Air 17 X and The Flaming Pony. These are now all available in store and online at www.exitsurf.co.nz.
Exit Surf Canterbury Surf Champs Full Wrap
The 2018 Exit Surf Men's Canterbury Champs were held over the weekend 21-22 of April) at the picturesque beach of Gore Bay located an hour and a half north of...
Fantasy Tips for Margaret River 2018
Margaret River is officially considered one of the world’s top 10 surfing destinations and has been named Western Australia’s first national surfing reserve. With consistent and spectacularly big waves, it is a mecca...
New Xcel Winter Wetsuits have dropped
The next generation Xcel Wetsuits for 2018 are instore now featuring the Xcel Men's Drylock 4/3 Steamer and the Xcel Infinity 4/3, these wetties are steamy warm without affecting performance!...
South Island Champs Wrap up
The Emersons South Island Surf Champs were held over Easter weekend at Saint Clair Beach in Dunedin. Competitors battled it out over 3 days in varying conditions. Day 1 saw...
Exit Surf Fantasy Surfer Club
The Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach is kicking off tomorrow and we are super excited! Also with the WSL Fantasy Surfing worldsurfleague.com we have created an Exit Surf Club House...
Duke Wrap Up
The Ray White New Brighton Duke Festival of Surfing is done and dusted for another year and what an event it was. It was 3 days of fierce completion hosted...
Fantasy Surfing Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast 2018
Being completely immersed in everything surf as we are, we like to dabble in a bit of Fantasy Surfing. Not the kind where you finger surf along your desk to...
New Shop! - Same place, New Space!
After 6 long months of Earthquake repairs we are are finally back home. we would like to apologise to anyone who was inconvenienced over the time we were shifting and...
Now Stocking Stance Socks!!
We are pleased to announce that we now have a range of Stance socks in store and online. Embracing "The Uncommon Thread" as a Mantra Stance have turned socks...
New Captain Fin Skateboard Decks Have Arrived!
Skateboard decks are now in stock! Made from quality materials by the best in the biz. These are extremely limited so don't hesitate!
Nose: 6.785Tail: 6.75Wheel Base: 14.75Length: 32.375Width: 8.875
RRP:$119.00
The South Seas Complete Revised Edition Has Arrived!!
The most ambitious surf book to come out of New Zealand. The original lavish 208-page hard cover book pooled the best photographs from NZ's leading surf photographers; the best of...