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So, with that in mind let's talk about the different designs of longboards, and how you can choose the right board for you, with a certain emphasis on the center of style; noseriding.
Erika and Anna with their surf quiver for the Mentawais
To set the scene, let’s understand the physics going on under our feet. For a nose ride to function, we need two things; a wide nose providing lift up front, along with the surfboard rail engaged in the wave face for grip and hold, and finally whitewater on the tail countering your weight upfront. We don’t really know how much of each is required, but some of each or a lot of one will often suffice.
The longer the board, likely the more encouraging it will be. So anything 9ft plus will give you the rail length required. Smaller than 9ft boards would work too, but longer just makes it easier.
There are three common outlines in longboarding and they’re each described by where the widest point of the board is located; wide point forward, wide point center, and wide point back.
WIDE POINT FORWARD
A wide point forward board is going to be your most nose ride friendly; especially if you’re learning. Having a big wide nose on the board is going to provide a tonne of hydrodynamic lift helping to counter your weight upfront; allowing you to make more errors in your nose ride timing, positioning or being heavy-footed without the board giving up on you right away. A wide nose will also support you more at slower speeds, like on softer waves. So if you surf mushy waves then this board will also help.
Level: Beginner nose rider-friendly
Example: Wingnut Nose rider
WIDE POINT CENTER
A wide point center or parallel railed longboard as it's sometimes referred gives strong rail engagement, as the majority of the board's length is parallel to the wave face we’re trying to engage into. This particularly helps on steeper or faster waves where we might need some speed and grip whilst nose riding.
Level: Beginner - Intermediate nose rider
Example: Bing Levitator
WIDE POINT BACK
A wide point back longboard is the culturally purest outline. A narrower nose won’t provide as much lift, but it will allow the board to fit in a much steeper and tighter wave. The wide point through the tail creates an almost teardrop shape providing a bulbous wider tail that is often rounded. With less weight up front and a rounded rear outline lets the rider pivot the board with a faster and smoother response, helping a more critical setup for nose riding.
Level: Intermediate to Expert nose rider
Example: Thomas Surfboards Harrison
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Suit is comfortable to wear and looks amazing. I would say the top runs a little small. The bottoms fit perfectly.
I am the proud owner of 2 Isa Sports Bras. Black and Truffle! As I wrote in my Black Isa review, my bust has grown and this Isa design is really perfect. It keeps me snug with a nice higher front that keeps me from showing too much cleavage, which I prefer, as an older woman. I also appreciate the high back with the pocket for a phone and the bottom band holds everything in place. No rubbing or marks on my skin. As I have discovered with all SEPTEMBER products, the fabric is really soft, comfy and easily washed and fast air drying! PS: I love wearing these instead of regular bras, too.
I am the proud owner of 2 Isa Sports Bras. Black and Truffle! As I wrote in my Truffle review, my bust has grown and this Isa design is really perfect. It keeps me snug with a nice higher front that keeps me from showing too much cleavage, which I prefer, as an older woman. I also appreciate the high back with the pocket for a phone and the bottom band holds everything in place. No rubbing or marks on my skin. As I have discovered with all SEPTEMBER products, the fabric is really soft, comfy and easily washed and fast air drying! PS: I love wearing these instead of regular bras, too.
This Isa Sports Bra in Truffle is amazing for me. My bust has grown and this top keeps me snug with a nice high top that keeps me from showing too much cleavage, which I prefer, as an older woman. I love the high back with the pocket for a phone and I really like the bottom band. No rubbing or marks on my skin. As I have discovered with all SEPTEMBER products, the fabric is soft, comfy and easily washed and fast air drying! I love this color!!!
I love this training bra, although I am not training for anything. I dislike bras in general and my body has changed with age, so I wanted to try this. I love it! I wear it a lot. It’s easier to go over my head than previous athletic bras, which is great. The fabric is soft on my sensitive skin and it dries quickly. I love the Stone color matched with the Black Hustle 7/8 leggings that I also bought from September! This brand is putting out great products!
I love these leggings. They are the first pair of leggings that fit snugly, softly, don’t ride down and are made for shorter women. I am 5’3” and hey come perfectly to my ankles and I don’t have to turn up or under the cuffs. I even sleep in them on cold winter nights! LOVE LOVE LOVE them!
Fits very snug, do not have to worry about falling out.
This is my signature top for surfing and I have bought this style in multiple beautiful colours. The smooth lines and cut fit perfect on my athletic build and smaller chest. This top absolutely stays on in the surf and also looks great with my fave pair of high waisted jean shorts. Paired with the Lucky Bottom, it's perfection!
The lucky bottom is a style I have been wearing since the beginning of SEPTEMBER. Erika truly understands what a true surf bikini needs to look and fit like. This bottom is extremely flattering on all body types and absolutely stays on in the surf. I have recommended this bottom to many surfer friends who also all love the style. They are simply elegant and beautiful.
Absolutely in love with the Hustle Leggings. They are flattering and designed with a luxurious silky fabric that doesn't jeopardize performance. I have used these leggings for intense dry land training as well as in the water surfing for the ultimate sun protection. As with all the SEPTEMBER products the quality of the leggings is top stitch, wash very well and after much abuse look like the day I first put them on. Highly recommend for all athletic activities and water sports.
I don't typically wear one pieces but from the moment I put this one on I was in love. The low scoop in the back is so pretty I often even wear it as a onesie with a pair of jean shorts outside of the water. I've been wearing it in the surf too- if you like cheekier suits this one is for you!
I've been using this suit in all types of waves and it does not budge! The perfect coverage and the back cutout is soooo cute! I get compliments every time I have it on.
This has been my go-to suit for almost four years of surfing, swimming, and beach hangs. I've put it through a lot and it has held up way better than any swimsuit I've ever owned!!
This top is so supportive and yet it feels like butter when you wear it - so soft! Fits true to size.
Holds up in the biggest swell!