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"XTR PARALLEL-FLEX" provides excellent speed even in thick waves!
The waves weren't very good today, maybe because it was Sunday? We received many inquiries and questions from our customers. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/board/lost_arrival.html And here is the board before it arrived: We have received many reservations for surfboards! thank you. Among them, the overwhelming majority For inquiries about "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX", We received reservations for various models that will be arriving soon. Riding on the XTR PARALLEL-FLEX, Surfboard doctor Schoen Beschen's riding has been made public. The surf spot where this riding movie was filmed is This is Katakai Shintsutsumi point. Even within Kujukuri, Katakai has thick waves, I'm sure many of you have surfed before. Shane is very picky about the quality of surfboards. Shane rode the XTR PARALLEL-FLEX on the waves in Japan. This material moves lightly, has good response, and above all, it's easy to gain speed. It's good for Japanese surfers, but it could be made even better... (Yes, you all know that already.) The stringers should be spaced further apart and aligned further outwards. He advised me to be more flexible. Such a world-class surfer Surfing the same waves as you, The XTR PARALLEL-FLEX's speed performance in thick waves is excellent. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/movie/shane_subscorcher.html You can check out the video here!!
Learn moreToday we are shooting a Cyber Suit catalogue at a studio in Yokohama.
Today we were shooting a catalogue for the Cyber Suit at a studio in Yokohama. In addition to Cyber's team riders, The female model is the familiar FINE model Minami. Of course, Cyber's signature rider, SHIGE Pro, will also be there. There's also the always funny pro KAZUSHI. With Gokin as a rider, ANCHOR wetsuits are rapidly gaining popularity. The 2011 Spring/Summer model will allow you to choose your preferred color for the legs below the knee. The colors of the Tupperware can also be alternated left and right, top and bottom. Two types of board shorts will also be released! Thanks to the cyber staff and photographers for the photo shoot.
Learn moreNishii has returned to Japan with a new model from "CALIFORNIA."
Nishii has returned to Japan with a new model from "CALIFORNIA." DRIVER POWERQUEST BLACK SHEEP FLASH BACK We also have the much talked about XTR PARALLEL FLEX! These boards are on display in the store, Please come and check it out! The latest 2011 model, You can compare and consider real bargain sale boards and other items. At Love Surf, you can make a reservation during the hours when Nishii is in the store, During the time we are in the store, many people come in to ask for advice. Luvsurf is It's a real pro shop where you can get advice directly from professional surfers. Please feel free to come and ask for advice on choosing a surfboard. So I just returned home. We would like to inform you of Pro Nishii's schedule at the shop from tomorrow onwards. *I will be absent on Thursday, February 3rd. *2/4 (Fri) 2pm to 9pm *Saturday, February 5th, from 2pm to 9pm *2/6 (Sun) 2pm to 8pm *Monday, February 7th, from 2pm to 9pm *Tuesday, February 8th, from 2pm to 9pm *Wednesday, February 9th, from 2pm to 9pm *2/10 (Thurs) 2pm to 9pm *2/11 (Fri) 2pm to 9pm *Saturday, February 12th, 2pm to 9pm *2/13 (Sun) 2pm to 9pm *I will be absent on Monday, February 14th. If your visits overlap, If you are away on urgent business, we may not be able to provide you with sufficient advice. Please call 03-3732-5532. or info@luvsurf.co.jp Please feel free to contact us with your planned visit time. We look forward to your reservations!
Learn moreI took the new model "DRIVER" for a test ride!
Nishii's custom-ordered personal board has just been completed. The new model " DRIVER " is now complete! The model is Mayhem's latest thruster model for 2011, "DRIVER"! EPS MARKO foam wrapped in epoxy resin, Carbon stripes on the bottom, Carbon stripe patches are placed on both tail rails of the deck. EPS/ MARKO CARBON This is a combination of materials that Kolohe likes. We immediately went for a test ride on these amazing waves. When comparing the "DRIVER" with the "F1-STUB" and "SCORCHER" at the same size, The board has a voluminous design that provides buoyancy. Certainly, in line with the Mayhem concept, By using its buoyancy to your advantage, you can ride without slowing down even on flat sections of the waves like a FISH board. It was a thruster model that could perform. The Mayhem has increased buoyancy, but to prevent the board's response from becoming worse, It was clear that the cut-out tail design was a super swallow. "DRIVER" is recommended for those who want to ride a thruster with buoyancy!
Learn morePre-orders now available! "XTR PARALLEL FLEX" arrival list released!
I've been causing a lot of trouble on my blog lately. The much talked about LOST Japan official import limited edition! New XTR board material "XTR PARALLEL FLEX"!! We would like to introduce the boards that will be arriving at Luvsurf soon. Below is a list of stock boards that will be stocking the XTR PARALLEL FLEX. Stock will start arriving in March! Please choose from these boards, Call us at 03-3732-5532 or http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/contact/contact.php We look forward to hearing from you using this inquiry form! The board you would like to reserve 『Model name』 "#Number" Please let us know the length. "About reservations" *No reservation fee is required. *There may be cases where the arrival date is later than desired, so there is no cancellation fee. *You are free to change your reservation at any time. ----------------------------------------------------------------- * POWERQUEST will be available from March to April. "XTR PARALLEL FLEX" ¥180,000 (excluding tax) / ¥189,000 (excluding tax) EVW DBL WING ROUND tail / 2 CHANNEL AXCEL bottom / 5-FIN / FCS. #PQ58 5'8" x 19 1/4" x 2 1/4" (173 x 48.9 x 5.7 cm) 50-68kg #PQ59 5'9" x 19 3/8" x 2 5/16" (175 x 49.2 x 5.85 cm) 55-73kg #PQ50 5'10" x 19 1/2" x 2 3/8" (178 x 49.5 x 6.0 cm) 60-78kg #PQ51 5'11" x 19 3/4" x 2 7/16" (180 x 50.1 x 6.2 cm) 65-80kg #PQ60 6'0" x 20" x 2 1/2" (183 x 50.8 x 6.35 cm) 70-85kg ----------------------------------------------------------------- * SUB-SCORCHER will be available from March to April. "XTR PARALLEL FLEX" ￥170,000 (excluding tax) / ￥178,500 (excluding tax) SQUASH TAIL/3FIN/FCS #SB56 5'6" x 18 3/4"x 2 1/8" (168 x 47.6 x 5.4 cm) 50-60kg #SB57 5'7" x 18 7/8"x 2 3/16" (170 x 47.9 x 5.55cm) 55-65kg #SB58 5'8" x 18 7/8"x 2 3/16" (173 x 47.8 x 5.55cm) 58-68kg #SB88 5'8" x 18 7/8"x 2 1/4" (173 x 47.8 x 5.7 cm) 60-70kg #SB59 5'9" x 19" x 2 1/4" (175 x 48.2 x 5.7 cm) 62-72kg #SB50 5'10"x 19 1/8"x 2 5/16" (178 x 48.6 x 5.85cm) 66-76kg #SB51 5'11"x 19 1/4"x 2 3/8" (178 x 48.9 x 6.0 cm) 68-78kg ------------------------------------------------------------ * F1-STUB will be available from March to April. "XTR PARALLEL FLEX" ¥165,000 (excluding tax) / ¥173,250 (excluding tax) SQUASH TAIL/3FIN/FCS #F159 5'9" x 18 1/4"x 2 1/8" (175 x 46.3 x 5.4 cm) 55-63kg #F151 5'10" x 18 1/4"x 2 1/8" (178 x 46.3 x 5.4 cm) 57-65kg #F152 5'10"x 18 3/8"x 2 3/16" (178 x 46.7 x 5.55 cm) 60-68kg #F153 5'11"x 18 1/2" x 2 3/16" (180 x 47.0 x 5.55 cm) 62-70kg #FI54 5'11"x 18 1/2"x 2 1/4" (180 x 47.0 x 5.7 cm) 65-70kg #F160 6'0"x 18 5/8"x 2 5/16" (183 x 47.3 x 5.85 cm) 68-75kg ------------------------------------------------------------ * RIPQUEST will be available from March to April. "XTR PARALLEL FLEX" ¥180,000 (excluding tax) / ¥189,000 (excluding tax) EVW SWALLOW TAIL / 5 FIN / FCS #RQ59 5'9" x 19 5/8" x 2 1/4" (175 x 49.8 x 5.7 cm) 50-63kg #RQ51 5'10" x 19 3/4" x 2 5/16" (178 x 50.1 x 5.85 cm) 55-68kg #RQ52 5'11" x 19 7/8" x 2 3/8" (180 x 50.5 x 6.0 cm) 60-73kg #RQ53 6'0" x 20" x 2 7/16" (183 x 50.8 x 6.2 cm) 65-78kg #RQ54 6'1" x 20 1/8" x 2 1/2" (185 x 51.1 x 6.35 cm) 70-83kg #RQ55 6'2" x 20 1/4" x 2 5/8" (188 x 51.4 x 6.7 cm) 75-88kg #RQ56 5'10" x 20" x 2 5/8" (178 x 50.8 x 6.7 cm) 50-63kg #RQ57 5'11" x 20 1/8" x 2 11/16" (180 x 51.1 x 6.8 cm) 60-73kg #RQ58 6'0" x 20 1/4" x 2 3/4" (183 x 51.4 x 7.0 cm) 65-78kg #RQ61 6'1" x 20 3/8" x 2 13/16" (185 x 51.7 x 7.13 cm) 70-83kg ----------------------------------------------------------- * CONQUEST will be available from March to April. "XTR PARALLEL FLEX" ¥185,000 (excluding tax) / ¥194,250 (excluding tax) EVW SQ-ROUND TAIL / 5 FIN / FCS #CQ51 5'8" x 19 3/4" x 2 1/2" (173 x 50.1 x 6.3 cm) 50-65kg #CQ52 5'9" x 19 7/8" x 2 9/16" (175 x 50.5 x 6.4 cm) 53-68kg #CQ53 5'10" x 20" x 2 5/8" (178 x 50.8 x 6.55 cm) 55-70kg #CQ54 5'11" x 20 1/8" x 2 11/16" (180 x 51.1 x 6.85 cm) 60-75kg #CQ55 6'0" x 20 1/4" x 2 3/4" (183 x 51.4 x 7.0 cm) 65-80kg #CQ56 5'9" x 19 7/8" x 2 11/16" (175 x 50.5 x 6.85cm) 53-68kg #CQ57 5'10" x 20" x 2 3/4" (178 x 50.8 x 7.0 cm) 62-75kg #CQ58 5'11" x 20 1/4" x 2 13/16" (180 x 51.4 x 7.15cm) 67-80kg #CQ60 6'0" x 20 3/8" x 2 7/8" (183 x 51.7 x 7.30cm) 70-82kg #CQ61 6'1" x 20 1/2" x 2 15/16" (185 x 52.0 x 7.50cm) 75-85kg #CQ62 6'2" x 20 5/8" x 3" (188 x 52.4 x 7.65cm) 80-95kg #CQ63 6'3" x 20 3/4" x 3 1/16" (191 x 52.7 x 7.8cm) 85-100kg ----------------------------------------------------------------- * STEALTH will be available from April to May. "XTR PARALLEL FLEX" ¥175,000 (excluding tax) / ¥183,750 (excluding tax) ROCKET TAIL/ 5FIN FCS #ST01 5'10"x 19" x 2 3/16" (178 x 48.3 x 5.55cm) #ST02 5'11"x 19 1/4"x 2 1/4" (180 x 48.9 x 5.7 cm) #ST03 6'0" x 19 1/2"x 2 5/16" (183 x 49.5 x 5.85cm) #ST04 6'1" x 19 3/4"x 2 3/8" (186 x 50.1 x 6.0 cm) ----------------------------------------------------------- For those who have pre-ordered, we will let you know as soon as the item arrives! We are also happy to answer any questions you may have about which model and size is best for you. Please feel free to contact us! For inquiries about reservation boards, please call 03-3732-5532 or http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/contact/contact.php We look forward to hearing from you using this inquiry form!
Learn moreWe have listed the three recommended board materials in numerical form.
I've explained this in detail on my blog recently. Including "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX" Love Surf recommends it, We have quantified three popular board materials. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "POLY PARALLEL-FLEX" Ride feel Acceleration thanks to POLY's unique flexible flex and extra flex in the tail. It sinks a lot and floats well, making it easy for the rails to get in and creating a solid line. The board has its own weight, making the paddle stable and easy to take off regardless of the conditions. 7. Lightweight 9. Bending 9 Repulsion 7. Buoyancy strength 10 Ease of takeoff 7. Impact resistance 9. Heat resistance 7 Waterproof (water absorption) 8. UV discoloration 6. Water absorption and discoloration 9. Length of use 10 Ease of repair 10. Newness 10 Looks/Style 10 Uniqueness 9. Cost performance --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "XTR 3D CARBOLIC" Ride feel The stringerless design effectively utilizes the speed flex of XTR foam. Kevlar carbon rails are impact resistant, prevent twisting and eliminate unnecessary flex. The board has a good weight and is well balanced for paddling and riding, making it easy to use. 8. Lightweight 9. Bending 9 Repulsion 8. Buoyancy 9 Ease of takeoff 10 Impact resistance 8. Heat Resistance 10 Waterproof (water absorption) 8. UV discoloration 10 Water absorption and discoloration 10 Length of use 8. Ease of repair 9. Newness 10 Looks/Style 10 Uniqueness 10. Cost performance --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX" Ride feel Flexible flex performance with strong rebound and bounce. The carbon Kevlar on the bottom increases rebound, making it easy to gain speed. The board itself is light, easy to handle, and quick to move when riding. 10. Lightness 10. Bending 10 Rebound 8. Buoyancy 8 Ease of takeoff 10 Impact resistance 8. Heat Resistance 10 Waterproof (water absorption) 8. UV discoloration 10 Water absorption and discoloration 9. Length of use 8. Ease of repair 10. Newness 10 Looks/Style 10 Uniqueness 9. Cost performance I have then compiled these figures into a table for comparison. Please refer to these figures and decide which items you would like to prioritize. Choose the material for your next new board!
Learn moreThe story behind the development of the LOST XTR PARALLEL FLEX, an official import limited edition
Check out the inside story behind the development of LOST's official imported new material "XTR PARALLEL FLEX"! First of all, I posted this on my blog yesterday: I will be talking about the test board with the black rail side. From the beginning, Javier from XTR told me that it would be better to stop, After I found out that there was a black version of XTR foam, I decided to use black foam on my XTR board. I thought it would be cool to incorporate it, so I forced it onto this test board. Why did XTR's Habiyar say it would be better to stop? Using black on a board collects ultraviolet rays from sunlight and instantly raises the surface temperature. There were two problems with the product. First, if the temperature is changed suddenly, This can cause the XTR epoxy resin and XTR foam to peel off. Another problem is that wax melts due to heat. PHOTO by KENYOU If you only use it in the winter in Japan, there shouldn't be any problems. To test how much it can withstand midsummer temperatures, In November, we took Nishii to Nias, Indonesia, a tropical climate, to test it out to see what would happen. I had roughly considered it, The wax melts easily when exposed to the sun while walking to the sea. If you show the bottom so that it is not exposed to the sun, The temperature of the black foam part on the bottom surface suddenly became very high. And two more points, There was also a problem with not being able to use the black form in production. Mayhem has begun producing a few additional test boards. We have received a message asking us to stop using the black foam. The glue that attaches the wooden stringer and foam is ↑↑↑ The effect is halved against black, This means that the stringer and foam tip will peel off during shaping. The other problem is that black foam powder flies around during machine cutting and shaping. It gets stuck to other boards in the factory. At this point, the black foam cannot be used. We also received some good news from Habiya. Initially used in XTR 3D CARBOLIC, We had planned to use the same material, Kevlar, We have been informed that an extremely thin Kevlar has been developed specifically for this ``XTR PARALLEL FLEX''. Stringerless boards use XTR 3D CARBOLIC Kevlar on the rails, It is thick because its purpose is to make it strong. If you laminate the same Kevlar as the XTR 3D CARBOLIC to the bottom, It bulges out, and when you put the LOST mark on top and laminate it, The swelling increased and when I sanded it, the mark got sanded away too. The ultra-thin RED Kevlar used exclusively for the XTR PARALLEL FLEX is thin, so this has improved the thickness issue. And because the carbon Kevlar part is thinner, the board is easier to flex. The stringer colour and material have also been specially developed and designed. For flexibility, three thin sheets of Italian wood are glued together. Dyed in black and red to give the XTR PARALLEL FLEX a unique look. It is designed to be combined. "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX" The positions of the two stringers have also been tested and aligned optimally. This was also mentioned in yesterday's blog, but Gokin and This was made possible thanks to the advice of Schoen Beschen, who is known as the surfboard doctor. If you can make strong turns like them, there is no problem with the original stringer position, What can we Japanese surfers do to improve their surfing in Japan's wave conditions? I consulted with him, and while he was in Japan he actually tested it on Japanese waves and gave me some advice. The XTR PARALLEL-FLEX stringer is positioned one inch further outwards than the original, The board is now even more flexible, allowing those with weaker legs to easily bend the board. It bounces back and makes it easy to gain speed through each turn. In this way, "XTR PARALLEL FLEX" Many excellent surfers and factory members participated. It is a new material that has been developed over a long period of time and is unique in the world, and is only available as an official import from LOST.
Learn moreFinally released! Japan-exclusive new material "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX"!
The full picture is finally revealed for the first time! LOST Officially Imported to Japan Exclusively: New XTR Material! "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX" PHOTO by KENYOU This photo of Nishii was published in Surfing Life magazine, When Gokin arrived in Japan, he tested and made "GORKIN FRIP." Please watch this video, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HknIrmy4UxM Core Luvsurf users may have already figured it out, but With the cooperation of LOST and XTR, this is a "LOST Official Import Exclusive" item. XTR's new material, "XTR PARALELL-FLEX" is now on sale!!! The parallel flex made by POLYESTER is very suitable for the wave conditions in Japan. Moreover, I heard rumors that it has a good reputation among users and is selling like hotcakes. Owner of Epoxy Pro and developer of XTR surfboards, Javier said, "If you have XTR, you can do this much!" This is a new XTR material for Japan that has been researched, developed, and released with confidence! With the help of Mayhem, Javier, Gokin, Shane B and others, We have also investigated the physical strength and weight of Japanese people, as well as the quality of Japanese waves. For us Japanese, it bounces up more than the parallel flex made by POLYESTER. We have completed the ``XTR PARALLEL-FLEX''. Utilizing the outstanding "Speed Flex" performance of XTR foam, We paid particular attention to the combination of the materials of the two wooden stringers and the position of the stringers. Straight carbon and Kevlar are inserted into the epoxy laminate. The board itself is very flexible, but when it springs back, It bounces like a strong spring, reacts with vitality, and can now reach extreme speeds. The two stringers of the XTR PARALLEL-FLEX are: Unlike the position of the POLYESTER parallel flex, it is on the rail side (outside) They are lined up in parallel. If you have ridden an XTR board with a center stringer, you probably already know this. If someone without strong legs rides it, it will feel stiff as it is made of epoxy resin and is not easy to bend. The newly developed "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX" puts the stringer on the outside, The board is now more flexible, allowing even those with weaker legs to bend the board with ease. You can now bounce it back to give you more speed in your turns. The bottom is then attached to foam and laminated with XTR20 epoxy resin. "Stripe Carbon Kevlar" made of red Kevlar and black carbon fiber is an original, exclusive material that is different from the one used in XTR 3D CARBOLIC. PHOTO by KENYOU Nishii began test riding the new XTR PARALLEL-FLEX material in September of last year. In October, Gokin and Shane B came to Japan to test ride the waves. They told me that to make it more flexible, I should move the stringer outward by another inch. I got some advice and it was done! "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX" is perfect for Japanese people, The board itself is light, flexible, and easy to bend, with explosive springback. This is a new XTR material board exclusive to Japan that Nishii confidently recommends! LOST Official Import "MAYHEM TUNED FOR JAPAN" Limited New Material! "XTR PARALLEL-FLEX" Stock boards will start arriving from early March!
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