How To Safeguard Your Surfboard Fin

By Patrick Edwards


Surfing an exciting sport carried out on ocean water surface where the surfers tend to ride towards the water waves which push them towards water shores. Many do it as a hobby others as their carrier activity by competing for medals and prizes. To be a successful surfer one should have the correct gear for the event. Your board is your equipment, and it is always advisable you keep it in the right shape. The outline below is a guideline on how to maintain surfboard fin.

Surfboard racks are the best for keeping your board when not in use. The best time to buy the rack is when you are buying the board so that you can fit the right size for the device. Most damage such as dent and dings occurs during transportation. They are very delicate special handling is needed during transport.

Sun count as the worst enemy to your craft. The material used to make the board is water friendly meaning the surf should be kept in a more cool and wet environment. Sun and hot temperature cause a dilapidation issue. Bad condition especially sun rays cause yellowing and weakening of the board fiber, this reduces its lifespan. Dilapidation is a condition where the outer coating is separated from the main board.

It is not advisable to stand the board by its end. Racks are best for keeping the board safe. The rack is to be hung horizontally while their fins face upwards. A strong wind or someone might knock the device if placed carelessly. They are very delicate if they fall or hit on a hard surface this may result in breaking or cracking. The convenient place to keep it is to suspend or hung it away from children reach.

Surf is very delicate they can easily crack or break in case they fall or hit the hard surface. According to its shape, one may tend to stand the board on its end that is the most common mistake people do. A strong wind or someone might accidentally push the board this may result in small unseen cracks. The most appropriate way to store your board is by putting it inside the track bag then hang it to suspend on a place where it is less disturbing.

Untreated dings can result in severe damage if left unchecked for a long time. Repair or treat any puncture or crack as soon as you have noticed it avoid future inconvenience. Old wax should be stripped off because it hides unseen cracks and if left untouched may result in the serious problem to your board.

Transportation of this apparatus is very easy since they are not heavy. Racks are recommended for transportation since they are safer. Place the rack on top of car roof then add some padding to make it soft padding help in reducing shock in case of an emergency. Racks should not be tightly fitted on car roof because it may result in dents.

Board maintenance can look a tiresome job, but in reality, it can be done in a simple way than what people expect. For your board to last for a period, you wish for you need to handle and regular maintenance of your board correctly. The above tip will help you a lot in preserving your board.




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