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Surfscience's “Ask a Scientist” is the place where people ask questions on any surf related topic. Share your questions, facts, opinions and personal experiences with the Surf Community.
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Do the fins on a three finned board all have to be the same size?
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Will i like surfing if I love the water
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So you think that a surfboards performance would be enhanced if the surface of the board was "dimpled" like a golf ball for example?
In Advanced - Asked by Mike Tidwell
how is yoga good for surfing and what is the best way to get surf fit?
In Beginner - Asked by luc
What is a good longboard design for a front foot surfer?
In Beginner - Asked by Preston
Hi! I have doubts on choosing the right fin for my longboard. What´s important to have in mind when chosing?
In Intermediate - Asked by Daniel
What can I expect from a carbon-fiber shortboard?
In Intermediate - Asked by Nick
So what is the real deal on epoxy boards ? All hype or are there advantages ?
In Intermediate - Asked by Bob Ansari
What is the peak of the wave,shoulder and closeout?
In Beginner - Asked by Alex
What is the best sup for flat water and low wave?
In Beginner - Asked by Oshri
Was wondering were to get a good template from so I can shape a longboard.
In Intermediate - Asked by shawn
What are the physics of the hang ten in longboarding?
In Advanced - Asked by Miguel
Can you take a brand new board with sand finish and put a gloss coat on it?
In Intermediate - Asked by Jeff Herrin
How do soft tops handle compared to regular boards?
In Beginner - Asked by Steve
What or is there a simple equation for calculating the volume of a surfboard?
Thank you,
Russell
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Im building a foam core skimboard.What is the best wood to use for a stringer,and where would i would i find it?
In Intermediate - Asked by Stevo
What kind of waves do surfers look for?
In Beginner - Asked by Linda
Will she float. Homemade from southern cedar planks (hollow chambered), just under 9 feet, 23 inches wide, 3 inches thick, waterproof varnish instead of fiberglass and resin.
In Advanced - Asked by Warren J. Robicheaux, Jr.
Can you use bees wax on your surfboard and how?
In Advanced - Asked by Max
What will make a fast board EPS or PU?
In Beginner - Asked by john
how do i read the wave and stay in the sweet spot?
In Intermediate - Asked by chris
What is a standout break?
In Beginner - Asked by michael leach
I was wondering how to hold your breath longer just like the big wave surfers?
In Advanced - Asked by michael
How hard would it be to make a flowridder wave from scratch?
In Intermediate - Asked by Bryan
How much experience should my shaper have and should they be a good surfer too?
In Intermediate - Asked by James Kenneth
How do you become a scientist of surfing? Do you need to go to surf school or camp for this?
In Beginner - Asked by Emily
Why is the last wave always the hardest wave to catch?
In Intermediate - Asked by Tom
Which surfer has the right-of-way on a wave?
In Beginner - Asked by Eric Casey
Is surfing dangerous?
In Beginner - Asked by Sheri
What can I do if I buy the wrong surfboard?
In Beginner - Asked by Brian
What should I do when larger waves come in as I'm paddling out?
In Beginner - Asked by Chewey
Is it safe to surf alone?
In Beginner - Asked by Mary
How do I know when to stand up on my surfboard? I keep standing up but I can't get into the wave and it rolls by me.
In Beginner - Asked by Nicole
Which leg wears the leash?
In Beginner - Asked by Yvette
Is surfing expensive? Surfing looks like a lot of fun and I want to try it.
In Beginner - Asked by Heime
Do I need to wax my entire surfboard?
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What do I need to start surfing?
In Beginner - Asked by Karen
What are my chances of getting attacked by a shark while surfing?
In Beginner - Asked by Karen
How hard is it to learn how to surf?
I am pretty athletic and I've always picked up in new sports fast. How difficult is it to pick up surfing?
In Beginner - Asked by Brian Sullivan
Can I fly with my surfboard? If so, how much is that going to cost?
In Beginner - Asked by Wade
Should my first surfboard be used?
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What kind of beaches and swells are best for learning to surf?
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Should I buy a used wetsuit?
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What are the advantages of buying a custom board?
In Intermediate - Asked by Riley Stevens
What kind of surfboard should I first learn to use?
In Beginner - Asked by Bart
What kind of wave should I learn to surf on?
In Beginner - Asked by Kyle
What is the downside of buying an epoxy board?
In Intermediate - Asked by Jose
I just bought my first surfboard and I don't know how to wax it. Do I put it on the bottom like I do with my snowboard?
In Beginner - Asked by Charlie
