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Surfboard Leashes NZ: The Complete Guide to Cho...

Gear Spotlight: Why a Good Surfboard Leash Matters When it comes to surfing in New Zealand, few pieces of equipment are as overlooked—but as important—as your surfboard leash. A high-quality surfboard leash doesn’t just keep your board attached to you preventing unnecessary repetitive swims to the beach; it protects you, other surfers, and...

Surfboard Leashes NZ: The Complete Guide to Cho...

Gear Spotlight: Why a Good Surfboard Leash Matters When it comes to surfing in New Zealand, few pieces of equipment are as overlooked—but as important—as your surfboard leash. A high-quality surfboard leash doesn’t just keep your board attached to you preventing unnecessary repetitive swims to the beach; it protects you, other surfers, and...

Local surfers watching big waves at Pines surfbreak, Wainui Beach in Gisborne

Why Gisborne is the Surf Capital of New Zealand...

Gisborne Surf When it comes to surfing in Aotearoa, there’s one place that stands out above the rest: Gisborne. With consistent swell, a huge variety of surf breaks for all abilities, lower crowd factors than more populated areas, and a laid-back coastal culture, Gisborne is rightly known as the Surf Capital of New Zealand. Whether...

Why Gisborne is the Surf Capital of New Zealand...

Gisborne Surf When it comes to surfing in Aotearoa, there’s one place that stands out above the rest: Gisborne. With consistent swell, a huge variety of surf breaks for all abilities, lower crowd factors than more populated areas, and a laid-back coastal culture, Gisborne is rightly known as the Surf Capital of New Zealand. Whether...

Wai-Tai Kaitiaki Maori hooded towel at Okitu Beach in Gisborne

Why Hooded Towels Are a Surfer’s Best Friend | ...

Why You Need a Hooded Towel in New Zealand When you’re a surfer in New Zealand, a hooded towel quickly becomes one of those pieces of gear you never knew you needed — until you try one. From chilly post-surf change sessions at Wainui Beach to keeping the kids warm after a swim, hooded...

Why Hooded Towels Are a Surfer’s Best Friend | ...

Why You Need a Hooded Towel in New Zealand When you’re a surfer in New Zealand, a hooded towel quickly becomes one of those pieces of gear you never knew you needed — until you try one. From chilly post-surf change sessions at Wainui Beach to keeping the kids warm after a swim, hooded...

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Von Dutch is Back – The Trucker Cap Everyone’s ...

Von Dutch Headwear - Von Dutch is Hot Right Now   The Von Dutch trucker hat is back – and looking better than ever. If you remember the Y2K days of Britney Spears, Ashton Kutcher, and Paris Hilton rocking these caps, you’ll know exactly why they were the hottest accessory of the early 2000s....

Von Dutch is Back – The Trucker Cap Everyone’s ...

Von Dutch Headwear - Von Dutch is Hot Right Now   The Von Dutch trucker hat is back – and looking better than ever. If you remember the Y2K days of Britney Spears, Ashton Kutcher, and Paris Hilton rocking these caps, you’ll know exactly why they were the hottest accessory of the early 2000s....

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Ethika: The Story Behind the Brand Taking Over ...

When it comes to premium comfort, bold style, and streetwear-inspired designs, Ethika boxers are in a league of their own. From professional athletes to everyday Kiwi legends, this global underwear brand has built a loyal following — and here in New Zealand, Ethika men’s boxers and Ethika boys’ printed boxers have become an...

Ethika: The Story Behind the Brand Taking Over ...

When it comes to premium comfort, bold style, and streetwear-inspired designs, Ethika boxers are in a league of their own. From professional athletes to everyday Kiwi legends, this global underwear brand has built a loyal following — and here in New Zealand, Ethika men’s boxers and Ethika boys’ printed boxers have become an...

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How Much Should I Pay for a Good Wetsuit? Blitz...

If you’re gearing up for winter surf sessions, a 4/3mm wetsuit is the go-to for warmth and comfort in cold New Zealand waters. At Blitz Surf Shop, we stock a full range of quality Rip Curl wetsuits and O’Neill wetsuits—from budget-friendly basics to top-end performance suits—so you can find the perfect one to match...

How Much Should I Pay for a Good Wetsuit? Blitz...

If you’re gearing up for winter surf sessions, a 4/3mm wetsuit is the go-to for warmth and comfort in cold New Zealand waters. At Blitz Surf Shop, we stock a full range of quality Rip Curl wetsuits and O’Neill wetsuits—from budget-friendly basics to top-end performance suits—so you can find the perfect one to match...

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