Well London Fashion Week has just finished in the UK and in true designer style the surf giant Billabong has launched its first ever Runway Swimwear Collection.

The fashion-forward swim collection is straight off the Design for Humanity runway, and benefits Water, a charity that brings fresh drinking water to developing nations.

Like the items sold from last autumn’s live LA fashion event, all the proceeds from the four Billabong Runway Swimwear pieces will go towards the organisation charity.

We think you will agree that the designs are pretty edgy compared to Billabong usual safer surf chic, but check out the designs below and make your own mind up.

The Billabong Kayala Swimsuit

Billabong Runway Kayla One Piece Swimsuit for Summer 2010

If you’re planning on partying at swanky poolside bars in L.A. or Vegas this summer, consider the sleek look of  The Kayla, a lace one-piece that will surely stand out against the basic string bikinis everyone else is wearing.

This nylon suit is covered in black lace, has removable soft cups and spaghetti string ties.

Features:

• Billabong Design for Humanity Runway Collection
• 100% Nylon
• One piece Billabong women’s swimsuit
• All-over asymmetrical lace
• Soft removable cups
• Spaghetti ties

The Billabong Jordan Swimsuit

Billabong Runway Joardan Tie Die Swimsuit for Summer 2010

The Jordan is a fun, bright, deep v-neck one piece swimsuit that is perfect for more glamorous beach destinations.

Or for dancing around your bedroom in high heels while listening to Lady Gaga.

A bohemian style trimmed with beads and benevolence.

Details include:

• Deep V front trimmed with neon bead fringe,
• All-over tie-dye
• Halter top
• Exposed back
• 80/20 nylon/lycra

The Billabong Aaliyah Swimsuit

Billabong Runway Aaliyah Swimsuit for Summer 2010

The Aaliyah looks like something that you might see on a James Bond film set.

Very sexy, but something about the unique cut-outs in this one piece makes it seem a bit risky to wear at the beach – unless you’re into some wacky tan lines.

Could well be the ideal swimsuit for night time pool parties.

• Billabong Design for Humanity Runway Collection
• 85% Polyester/ 15% Lycra
• One piece Billabong women’s swimsuit
• Billabong graffiti style pattern
• Unique cut-out design
• String neck
• Soft removable cups

The Billabong Ashbury Swimsuit

Billabong Runway Ashbury Two Piece Swimsuit for Summer 2010

The only two piece in the collection, the Ashbury is a stylish yet edgy bikini that is more rock chic than Malibu-beach Barbie.

The Ashbury will easily make waves at a music festival or a blowout summer kick-off bash.

Features:

• Billabong Design for Humanity Runway Collection
• 85% Polyester/ 15% Lycra
• Two piece Billabong women’s swimsuit set
• String
• Tropic bottom with side rings
• Small logo embroidery on top and bottom
• Soft removable cups

Billabong’s Design For Humanity Swimwear Launch

We are looking forward to getting stock of the Billabong Runway Swimwear Collection in time for the Summer.

But check out our new collection of Summer Wetsuits 2010 over at the Wetsuit Centre.

Billabong SGX Wetsuit

Introducing the lightest most flexible wetsuit in the world - the Billabong SGX Wetsuit .

Soon to hit the shops in Australia, Billabong have launched their next generation of wetsuit technology – a super-lightweight steamer that has the fit of a second skin. The new SGX, is significantly lighter when wet than traditional wetsuits. Reported to be the first ever wetsuit to weigh under 1kg, the new Billabong SGX could be the wetsuit that sets the standard for 2010.

It is made of durable lightweight material that soaks dramatically less water than conventional wetsuits and its water repellent characteristics minimise resistance when paddling.

“The new SGX has all of the qualities a surfer expects in a high performance wetsuit - warmth, comfort and flexibility - but it’s so much lighter and has less resistance,”

said Billabong wetsuit designer Scott Boot.

Billabong SGX Wetsuit Features

Billabong SGX Features

The key componenst that make this wetsuit so light are the cell structure of the neoprene rubber - larger cells mean less density ensuring “air-like” lightness. The 2nd element is the water repellent yarn which prevents absorption.

The wetsuit, the only one of its kind on the market, utilises advanced Japanese technology that includes a high-grade, yarn-coated exterior, a specially-knitted carbon-infused jersey and a high-grade foam core to maximise its thermal properties. The lightweight SGX weighs just over 900 grams when dry and only absorbs 268 grams when wet, tipping the scales at a meagre 1.196kg.

The SGX has been designed to eliminate water entry with a combination of a C2 chest zip and welded seams. The SGX has less seams meaning free movement and greater comfort. The optimum seam positioning to ensure greater flexibility without compromising fit. All the seams are triple glued and blind stitched to ensure a water tight seal.

The new SGX is the next generation of Billabong’s technology-focused wetsuit program and follows last winter’s introduction of the B9 environment-conscious wetsuit made largely from recycled materials.

Billabong SGX Video

The Billabong SGX Wetsuit will be available in Australian in March and we hope to see it in the UK soon.

More info: http://www.billabong.com/sgx/

Sorted Surf Festival

It’s game on for the first Sorted Surf Festival at Boscombe Artificial Reef.

Sorted Surf Shop have announced the first ever Surf Contest to take place at the newly completed artificial reef on the weekend of March 20th and 21st 2010.

The guys at Sorted will be joining forces with many of the surf industry giants including Rip Curl to bring a surf contest and festival to the beach at Boscombe.

The weekend will consist of Surfing and Bodyboarding competitions and there will be loads of activities and demonstration stands with equipment for all to try.

The Boscombe Surf Contest categories will consist of :-

• Mens Open,
• Mens 35+,
• Ladies Open,
• and Juniors (under 18´s).

Even more reason to put the weekend in your diary - the contest will also host the first leg of the British Bodyboarding Annual Championships.

Bodyboard heats to be contested on the Reef all other categories will be held at the Pier / Beach.

Rip Curl Sponsors Sorted Surf Festival

Rip Curl Sponsors Sorted Surf Festival

Rip Curl are the event main sponsors and they will be providing some fantastic prizes. There will also be plenty of opportunities to come down to the beach and try some of the latest surfboards from Tiki, Rusty and Firewire, BIC will have Kayaks and Indo Board will be be running sessions throughout the day.

Gul team riders Mar “Igor” Harris and Russel Winter will be around all weekend giving advice and signing autographs.

And there’s more ….

For all you party lovers there will be a party at Boscombe´s coolest bar, Urban Beach sponsored by Monster Energy Drink. Contest organizers, sponsors and contest competitors will enjoy a BBQ and live music with a few surprises thrown in to the mix.

Boscombe Surf Festival Competitor Information

Information for all competitors - The Sorted Surf Contest/Festival will be run under the usual guidelines and rules outlined by the British Surfing Association. Any competitor found to be intoxicated will be refused entry into the competition and no refund will be given.

Judging - Will take the usual criteria i.e. ´a surfer performing the most radical maneuvers in the most critical part of the wave´ will receive the highest scoring potential; this is the case for all categories.

Check-in time - for all competitors will be at 0730 on Saturday morning located at Sorted Surf School on the East side of Boscombe Pier on the promenade. Sunday Check-in will be at 0830.

Demos Galore

The first heats in the water by 0800 Saturday and to complete all the round one heats and the quarter finals on day one. Sunday´s first heat will start at 0900 for completion of the semis and the final by approximately 15.30

Categories - Mens Open, Mens over 35´s, Ladies open, Junior U18, and BodyBoard Open

All categories may have up to 32 entrants. Beach entries may be accepted on the day if space is available.

Heats - will consist of 4 competitors with a running time of 20 minutes per heat.

Round 1 will consist of 8 heats, then 4 heats for the quarter finals, 2 heats for the semi finals and 1 heat for the final.

Surfers may catch up to a maximum of 12 waves per heat, at the end of each heat it shall be your top 2 wave scores that decides your position, the 2 highest scoring surfers progressing to the next heat. In the event of a tie between 2 persons it will go to their 3rd wave score or even their 4th wave score and so on if necessary.

All surfers must have BSA insurance or a full membership to Wessex Surf Club. You may be required to prove your insurance on the day.

Prizes will be presented on the Sunday afternoon at Sorted Surf School after all finals are finished.

Sorted Surf Contest Entry Forms

Sorted Surf Crew

Click here to download Entry Form

Completed entry forms to:- Sorted Surf Shop Ltd. 42 Sea Rd, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH5 1BQ

We hope to see you down on the beach in a few weeks time for the Sorted Surf Festival !

Is it a Mirage?

Ok, so the wintry weather may only be a short distant memory but we have been unpacking a lot of Summer surf kit and getting it ready to add to the website.

The surfing brands have begun to unleash their latest gear, designed to make you surf faster, feel more comfortable and up the ‘cool’ factor. Well at least that’s what the marketers tells us.

In the boardies line, Rip Curl have unveiled their main feature 2009-2010 summer boardshort…The Rip Curl Mirage Boardshort.

Rip Curl Mirage Boardshort

The Rip Curl Mirage Boardshorts are already on sale in Australia, but we are hoping to see these amazing shorts in the UK very soon. Rip Curl have done a cracking job in creating a material that has taken the boardshort market to the next level.

Check out the video below to see how Rip Curl show off these fantastic shorts.

“They’re a high performance surfing short, designed and developed with high performance surfing in mind. We’re talking electromagnetic welded seams, rip curls quadroflex quick dry fabric and a heap of other technology outlined in the features list.”

- Rip Curl

The Mirage Boardshort is released in three flavours:

• Mirage 3 (Owen Wright model)
• Mirage Fanning (Mick Fanning model)
• Mirage Flow (Stu Kennedy model)

Rip Curl Mirage Boardshorts Technical Specification

• 21″ outseam
• Performance style
• Metallic ink
• Flex Fly- Eliminates Velcro and reduces bulk
• Silicon laced drawcord- Lightweight- Silicon treatment makes it lock together when tied
• Curved inner Gusset- Moves seams away from critical rash areas
• Flow system- Perforated water release areas allow water and air to flow and reduce drag
• Quick dry
• Quardoflex- 4 way stretch water repelling material- Super durable
• ES3- Beyond 4 way stretch- The lightest most comfortable fabric in the water

Check out more lovely Rip Curl products over at Sorted Surf Shop.

Kelly Slater paddling

World Champion surfer, Kelly Slater has concluded the principal photography for the new Ultimate Wave Tahiti Movie that is due to premiere early next month.

It’s the first 3D film for IMAX® theaters to capture intensity of Tahiti’s famed Teahupoo break.

Kelly Slater and a group of friends arrive in Tahiti. With their host, Tahitian surfer Raimana Van Bastolaer and will seek out the best waves breaking on the reef at the famed surf site Teahupo’o. Kelly and Raimana share a passion for the waves, but different ideas about what surfing means: is it a modern competitive sport or an ancient Polynesian wave-riding art?

Either way, if the right conditions arise, they hope to surf some unique giant barrels created by storm swells breaking atop the shallow reef.

As the surfer’s quest unfolds, the film explores the hidden forces at work shaping the waves and the islands that lie in their path. In stylized animated segments, the audience is propelled into the cosmos to discover the sources of a wave’s energy; and then back to Earth to witness the swirling dance of the atmosphere that will transfer energy deep into the ocean and shape a wave’s long journey across thousands of miles of open Pacific.

Kelly and Raimana consider what makes a great surfing wave. In an extended surfing sequence showcasing Kelly and Raimana, we see the magic of high-performance surfing on modest breakers.

Raimana muses that

you don’t have to chase the perfect wave; if you are patient, it will come to you

He swims across the reef, through the waves — around him are dolphins and humpback whales and the wide Pacific.

The Ultimate Wave Tahiti Movie premiers in Los Angeles on February 12th but we hope it won’t be too long before they bring to an IMAX cinema near you!.

O'Neill Psycho 2 Winter Wetsuit Close Up

Winter surfing can be extremely exhilirating. Get the perfect combination of wind, waves and tide and if you have a good quality Winter Wetsuit then the cold doesn’t really matter.

However, it is easy to be complacement and the fact that water is 25 times more heat conducting than air you quickly lose body heat and hypothermia can set in before you even know it.

Ok, so the snow has gone for the time being, but with UK coastal temperatures hovering around 7 degrees Celsius it is worth investing in a wetsuit that is going to give you that ultimate warmth and protection from the elements so you can get on and enjoy your surfing.

The new O’Neill Psycho 2 wetsuit will definitely give you that extra warmth for your winter surf sessions, if you are one of those surfers that perhaps feels the cold more than your surf buddies.

O’Neill have taken the extremely popular Psycho 1 wetsuit and added in a stitchless Double Fluid Weld and UltraFlex Firewall technology and produced a wetsuit that is one of the warmest, lightest and most flexible suits on the planet.

O’Neill Psycho 2 Specification

O'Neill Psycho 2 Winter Wetsuit 2010

Additional features to keep you performing at the top of your game include:

Double Fluid Seam Weld (stitch less) technology creates the wetsuit that is 100% sealed. O’ Neill also seal the reverse side of the seam giving you the ultimate in coldwater proof protection.

• Patented Z.E.N. Zip Closure System with Pullover, pullover internal neck seal blocks out water for maximum performance in cold to frigid conditions.
• Barrier 2 / Double Superseal Neck / Drainhole with a below-the-neck zipper, the no-flush Barrier and The Drainhole to move water out, and making it easier to get in and out of the wetsuit.
• Plasma Wrist and Ankle Seals at the wrists and/or ankles to prevent over expansion and seal out water.
• Double Super Seal Neck to prevent water flushes
• Handcuff Wrist Seal
• External Key Pocket with Loop is easy to access and completely secure
• 2x Fluid Seam Weld

The O’Neill Psycho 2 Winter Wetsuit really is loaded with high performance features which means you retain more body heat whilst being able to surf without any restrictions. Get the fit right with this wetsuit and you have the ultimate Winter Wetsuit.

O’Neill Psycho 2 Video Review

Check out the full specification and buy the new O´Neill Psycho 2 5/3 Mens Winter Wetsuit 2010 online.

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 5/3mm 2010

The current cold snap has probably put pay to a lot of surfing sessions over the last week or so - but we surfers are a hardy bunch and given a good Winter wetsuits, hood and gloves we can usually be coaxed in to the coldest of UK waters.

For many of you it will probably seem an age since you last donned a 3mm Summer Wetsuit but having a decent winter wettie can make all the difference and even make those winter surf sessions quite memorable.

With all the main wetsuit manufacturers building even more technology into their suits, this year’s crop of Winter Wetsuits are even better than ever - and we are not just saying that.

Rip Curl, have been making wetsuits for over 35 years now, so they should know something about making a decent wetsuit. For 2010 they have taken one of the classic wetsuits and re-designed it using the latest Elastomax and SlickSkin technologies.

The new black Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 5/3 Mens Winter Wetsuit 2010 is now even more flexible and offers greater warmth and comfort. And all this for under £130!

The Dawn Patrol 5/3mm Winter Wetsuit has a 5mm body and 3mm on the arms and legs, ensuring your torso remains toasty whilst giving you enough material to main flexibility around the arms and legs.

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 5/3 Winter Wetsuit Features

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol showing Fireskin chest

Rip Curl’s very own ultra performance neoprene, called the E3 is now lighter, warmer and stretchier than ever. It is used in the arms, back, crutch and leg gussets along with a durable high grade Ultralite neoprene for all round performance.

Rip Curl also use their new orange Fireskin lining on the inside of the chest for warmth, it wicks water away form the body while retaining body heat. The new Blue Steel Sealed Zip and Soft Seal collar is integrated for maximum water seal and surfer comfort.

The Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 5/3 suit has glued & blindstitched seams which provide maximum stretch and strength with zero water penetration. The sealed seams hold a thin layer of water against your skin which once warm works as insulation. The Blindstitching technique does not involve the material being punctured and it is combined with glue to form a watertight seam. The hydroloc collar seals the neck area preventing water flushes.

An external stash zip pocket is provided with easy access.

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 5/3 Mens Winter Wetsuit 2010 Video Review

Why not visit The Wetsuit Centre at Boscombe to try on the Rip Dawn Patrol 5/3 Mens Winter Wetsuit 2010, we employ surfers with first hand knowledge of the products on offer and the conditions of the local surfing reef.

Star Trek Wetsuit Close-up

No it’s not a fancy dress remnant of the New Year’s Eve party - it’s true you can now buy a Star Trek Wetsuit to enjoy your surfing.

The 7mm wetsuit is only available in the US but has already had the twitter fraternity buzzing with excitement at the thought of being able to dress up like Captain Kirk, Spock or Scotty whilst hitting the waves.

The one-piece wetsuit created by JMJ Wetsuits, features iconic uniform colors & rank insignias from Star Trek: The Original Series.

You might be thinking these are just a novelty gimmick - well these 7mm wetsuits are the real deal, made using the highest quality materials and expert craftsmanship. Each individual wetsuit is custom made and tailored to your exact measurements for a perfect fit and unmatched performance. According to their website - “this is the ultimate in warmth and exposure protection when exploring strange new worlds!”

Star Trek Wetsuit

The 7MM Star Trek wetsuit is available in three colors:

• Command Yellow
• Science Blue
• and Engineering Red.

Each wetsuit features a durable Star Trek chest insignia, Rank Braids, and RDT shoulder logo.

Star Trek Wetsuit Range

If you want one from outside of the US - then you will probably need to speak nicely to the guys at RDT as these wetsuits are made-to-order.

Beam me up Scotty!!

More info: RDT Star Trek Wetsuits

Many of you will already be aware of the C-Skins Wetsuit brand and the impact it has had on the world of Wetsuits.

Carey Brown and his uncle Dennis Cross designed and manufactured the first ever surfing steamers in Europe taking on the likes of O’Neill Wetsuits and Rip Curl Wetsuits. Over the past two or three years Carey’s extensive experience of the wetsuit industry has stood him in good stead and the brand has gone from strength to strength - particularly in the Winter Wetsuit market.

Based in Northern Europe, the C-Skins team are used to testing in the harshest of conditions of France and Cornwall. If you have had a chance to try on one of the C-Skins Wetsuits you will immediately see why they have such a strong following in the UK and Europe with their no-compromise attitude to quality, workmanship and value for money. The C-SKINS team are obviously passionate about surfing and this comes across in the way their suits are manufactured.

Check out C-Skins Wetsuit Video Reviews below ans see for yourself the quality of the latest 2010 C-Skins Wetsuits.

C-Skins Wired 5/3 Winter Wetsuit 2010

C-Skins Wired Winter Wetsuit 2010

The now famous C-Skins Wired is back for Winter 2010 even better. Designed by Brits for UK conditions the Wired has some amazing features:

• LQS Liquid seam technology - No flush
• 100% use of Ultra stretch C-FLEX neoprene - lightweight / low water retention
• Glued & Blindstitched construction
• Airloc Chest panel for warmth & lighter weight
• Fire Core Thermal interior chest & back panel
• Hydrophobic Poly Pro interior chest panel: draws water away from body
• Optiwick interior light weight water wicking poly pro lining
• LQS ankle cuff seals - for a secure seal
• Lock Down Wrist seal with internal silicone seal
• DFZ - Diagonal front zip with adjustable bungee attachment
• Pre bent elbows and knee areas
• Stealth Dura tex knee pad panel with embossed resin impregnated
• Minimal panels for increased stretch & movement
• Hidden key pocket on exterior of suit
• Closeout system - front zip seal & barrier
• Super seal glideskin single seam collar

Without doubt the most popular wetsuit in the range, the new Wired Series includes mind blowing new features such as the new Optiwick interior lining and the Lock Down wrist seals

Buy C-Skins Wired 5/3 Winter Wetsuit 2010 £254.95

C-Skins Wired AIRLOC 5/3 Winter Wetsuit 2010

C-Skins Wired Airloc Winter Wetsuit 2010

The all new C-Skins Wired Airloc Winter Steamer from C-SKINS is a tricked up version of the Wired Series 2 Steamer. If you are looking for the ultimate Winter Wetsuit then wetties don’t come much better than this one.

We have no doubt that this suit will be a real contender for the top spot this winter.

Made with the amazing Airloc neoprene throughout the whole body and legs you get ultimate performance from a wetsuit that is lighter and warmer than comparable suits.

With the added feature of liquid taped seams inside AND outside ( 2 x LQS) this suit is without doubt one of the warmest, driest and stretchiest suits on the planet.

C-Skins Wired AIRLOC 5/3 Winter Wetsuit 2010 Features

• LQS Liquid seam technology - No flush
• 100% use of Ultra stretch C-FLEX neoprene
• Glued & Blindstitched construction
• Simulated Mesh Skin(SMS) chest & back panels
• Airloc Chest panel for warmth & lighter weight
• Fire Core Thermal interior chest & back panel
• Optiwick interior light weight water wicking poly pro lining
• LQS ankle cuff seals - for a secure seal
• Lock Down Wrist seal with internal silicone seal
• DFZ - Diagonal front zip with adjustable bungee attachment
• Pre bent elbows and knee areas
• Stealth Dura tex knee pad panel with embossed resin impregnated
• Minimal panels for increased stretch & movement
• Hidden key pocket on exterior of suit
• Closeout system - front zip seal & barrier
• Super seal glideskin single seam collar

Buy C-Skins Wired AIRLOC 5/3 Winter Wetsuit 2010 - £309.00

Caring for Your C-Skins Wetsuit

Don’t forget to take care of your C-Skins Wetsuit by following these simple instructions

• Rinse your suit with fresh water and hang it out to drip dry after every use on a wide hanger
• Do not use a washing machine or tumble dryer
• Do not use bleach
• Do not hang your suit in direct sunlight for long periods of time
• Do not leave your wetsuit in a damp, stinking mess in the back of your car

It is now the 1st week of December and before we all know it Christmas Eve will be on the doortep sooner than we think.

Following on from our Surfing Christmas Gift Ideas Part 1 we have put together another list of Christmas goodies that will go down a storm with any surfer (and one or for the surf widow in your life!)

So here we go with our top Surfing Christmas Gift Ideas Part 2!

Sex Wax Christmas Stocking

Sex Wex Stocking

A great little Christmas stocking gift that is perfect for the surfer in your life.

Stocking Contains

• 1 Air freshener
• 1 Solarez weenie kit
• 1 Sex-wax tub and comb
• 2 Stickers

Great price too at £19.99

Buy online: Sex Wax Christmas Stocking

Northcore Multi Purpose Waterproof MP3 Case

North Core MP3 Cover

Keep you iPod or other MP3 player safe from harms way and even listen to your tunes in the water.

Totally waterproof casing and comes with arm band and lanyard so you won’t lose it!

A reasonable price for keeping your mp3 player safe and sound when you are on the beach or in teh water.

Price: £19.99

Buy online: Northcore Multi Purpose Waterproof MP3 Case

Rip Curl Fluffy Boots

Rip Curl Fluffies Boots

The ladies will just love these Rip Curl Fluffy Boots. Suede leather upper UGG style boots with water repellent treatment to keep your feet warm and dry.

A great boot for wearing around the town with a pair of jeans or even down the beach after a quick surf session. Stylish, comfortable and extremely warm, these Rip Curl boots have a synthetic fur lining. Order them soon and make sure you get them in time for Christmas.

Price: £49.99 and Free Delivery

Buy online: Rip Curl Fluffy Boots

Rip Curl Aruba Ladies Watch

Rip Curl Aruba Watch

A great neon blue watch that has a wealth of features. Tough polyurethane strap and 100% marine grade stainless steel case means that this surf watch will stand up to a bit of abuse. Plus it is a perfect gift to make sure your girlfriend picks you up from the beach (or bar) at the right time

• Case: 100% marine grade stainless steel with screw-in case back
• Multi-sealed crown with jewelled movement
• Hardened mineral crystal watch face
• Function: Time and Date
• Dial: Sun Ray
• Water resistant: 100 meters
• Strap: Polyurethane

Buy online: Rip Curl Aruba Ladies Watch

Price: £54.99 with FREE Delivery

Surfing Lesson Gift Voucher

The perfect Christmas present to give a loved one and get them hooked on surfing!!

Our surf lesson voucher is a great gift idea for anyone keen to try out surfing, or for surfers looking to improve their existing skills!

Redeemable at Sorted Surf School Bournemouth the facilities are second to none. The Surf School is sponsored by Rip Curl and is located right on the beach next to the Boscombe Artificial Surf Reef. The school is equiped with everything you need to try your hand at this fantastic sport.

The instructors are fully qualified BSA coaches and qualified beach lifeguards so they will ensure you are safe and secure, but most of all that you have a great time!!

Price:
£30.00  Great Gift Idea!

Buy online: Surfing lesson Gift Voucher

Rhino Surfboard Bag 7´6

Rhino Surfboard Bag

A Christmas gif that shows you really care about his surfing. Keep his stick safe when it is out of the water and he will be happy.

Surfboard don’t come any better than the Rhino range, which is why they are a preferred choice for many professional surfers and seasoned surf travellers.

The Rhino Surfboard bags feature:

• 5mm Padded Boardbag
• RHINO ´Cyberlite´ 5mm Boardbag
• Detachable Shoulder Strap
• Heavy Duty Polyester Fabric
• Tough Double Bound Edges to protect those surfboard rails
• Carry Handle

Price: £39.99 Free Next Day Delivery

Buy online: Rhino Surfboard Bag 7´6

Winter Boys Bodyboard Package Deal 2010

Boys Winter Bodyboard Package

This fantastic value Bodyboard Package Deal includes everything you would need to start Bodyboarding this Winter. Just imagine the smile on the face of your son or grandson when they see all of the pressies under the Christmas tree!!

The Bodyboard Package includes:

• Hot Buttered Power Bodyboard available in 40″ 42″ 44″
• Rip Curl 5/3 Youth Dawn Patrol Winter Wetsuit 2010
• Sola Hardware Bodyboard Bag
• Bodyboard Leash and Plug
• Hot Buttered Bodyboard Fins (sizes XS to XL)

Just give the guys at The Wetsuit Centre a call to confirm fin size and preferred board colour when you are ready to order.

Price: £158.95 FREE next day delivery

Buy online: Winter Boys Bodyboard Package Deal 2010

Sector 9 Haleiwa Skateboard

Sector9 Haleiwa Skateboard

Maybe the cold might get the better of you over the next couple of months, well the new Sector 9 Haleiwa Skateboard is a great way to get that surfing rush without getting your feet wet.

The Haleiwa takes the Bamboo Series into a new realm of carvability. This new shape is reminiscent of our old Cosmic 1, but instead of maple and fiberglass it is a 100% bamboo deck that has a firm, flexy feel to it. Set up with Gullwing Sidwinder Trucks, this board has a super smooth, responsive ride with incredible turning ability. A cosmic, bamboo sidewinder that will soon become your new favorite board.

• Deck 31.75″ L x 8.8″ W
• Trucks Gullwing Sidewinder Trucks
• Wheels 69mm/75a Nineball Wheels
• Bearings Abec 5 Greaseball Bearings
• Hardware Clear Grip Tape, 1.5″ Bolt Pack, 9/16″ Flat Risers

Price: £170.00 Free Delivery

Buy online: Sector 9 Haleiwa Skateboard

Tiki Heated Kidney Belt

Tiki Thermo Belt

A neat little idea that is so simple, yet so effective. The new Tiki Heated Kidney Belt fits under a wetsuit around the waist and will take the chill off those cold water entries and keep you warm for up to 1 hour.

The belt is made from stretchy neoprene and has an adjustable velcro closure so it will fit all sizes. There are little pads that heat up to 50 degrees for up to 1 hour in a safe chemical reaction.

The process is reversed by boiling the pads in a pan of boiling water for 10 minutes. When cool the process can be repeated.

Buy online: Tiki Heated Kidney Belt

Price: £24.99 Fully Adjustable Thermo Belt with FREE Delivery

Xcel Infiniti 5mm Glove 2010

Xcel Infiniti Gloves

A perfect addition for any surfer this Christmas! The Xcel Infiniti 5mm Glove is a state of the art wetsuit glove that really is high performance.

The Infiniti glove is lightweight and flexible with the back of hand panel made of 300% PLUS stretch Ultraspan Superlight neoprene which are engineered to fit your hands.

Quadruple glued and blindstitched with Synergy seams for ulimate warmth and comfort!

• Colour: Black
• Thickness: 5mm

Buy online: Xcel Infiniti 5mm Glove 2010

Price: £34.99 Free Delivery

So if you are stuck for a list of Surfing Christmas Gift Ideas for a surfer in your life then have a look at our suggestions.

Happy Christmas!