The Archive
Reporting, comparisons, and field notes — newest first.
wetsuits
When Atlantic water dips into the 50s, your wetsuit's seams matter as much as its thickness. Here's how the O'Neill Epic 4/3 stacks up against budget 4/3s for
·10 min read
wetsuits
Shopping for a shorty wetsuit on a budget? We break down six options under $150 so Atlantic surfers — and anyone else heading into warm water — can find the
·11 min read
wetsuits
In Atlantic water between 65°F and 75°F, a plain rashguard leaves you cold between sets and a full wetsuit feels like overkill. Here's how to find the right
·10 min read
surf-gear-accessories
Before you drop $150 on a set of performance fins, you need to know which system your board runs. Here's how to decode FCS II vs. Futures, what each system
·10 min read
surfboards
Not sure when to size down from your 8ft foam learner board? This guide maps the real progression path from the Wavestorm 8ft through the 7ft and 5'6" — with
·10 min read
Joan Coleman
When your stand-up paddleboard's center fin breaks, gets lost, or gets discontinued, here's how to find the right aftermarket replacement — without overpaying
·10 min read