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Freshly photographed! Placebo's "RNF-RETRO'18" rides DURA-FLEX3! "Chucky Rigano"!
The second south swell of the year has arrived, The size started to increase, At Trestles in San Clemente, California New model from PLACEBO for 2023! I photographed Chucky Rigano riding the RNF'RETRO'18 DURA-FLEX3. Even in crowded places, the photographer Nishii can easily find the photos, so that no one misses them. Tailor-made cyber wetsuits, Apparently the color was changed to Ultraman colors! It's rare for anyone other than a pro to wear a colored wetsuit. It stood out well in California and was easy to photograph. By the way, the ``RNF'-RETRO'18'' DURA-FLEX3 seems to be in good condition! The board size I ride is a whopping 28.25CL for a rider of this build (weighing just under 80kg) at 5'3"!
Learn moreBe sure to check it out! We have a used board used by Pro Nishii in stock!
Hello, I'm Kohei, a staff member. We have a used board in stock: the "Party Crasher," a "crowd killer!" model that lets older guys beat the younger guys to the punch and ride the waves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90nVodFRBI0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hhncn5ySpE4 The PARTY CRASHER is an adventure model from the LOST mid-length series that is popular among stylish surfers, allowing you to surf freely and enjoyably. [ap_show_item 109689] It's easy to launch and paddle like a longer surfboard, but allows for the maneuverability of a shorter surfboard. For a description of the "PARTY CRASHER" model, click here! [ap_show_item 108308] A carefully selected used board from WEEKEND WARRIOR, which excels at high performance in small conditions. The board features the "Spilt Diamond Tail" that is also used in LOST's popular mid-length model "GLYDRA," allowing for quick takeoff and easy surfing. For other "USED boards" click here!
Learn moreMust-see! Episode 1 of the birth of RNF is now available! 『5'5" X 19 1/4...Century』Episode 1: A Little Spark
Must-see! Episode 1 of the birth of RNF is now available! "5'5" X 19 1/4...Century" Episode 1: A Little Spark. This is the completed version of the movie about the story behind the birth of the RNF board, which had its premiere screening in Japan last December. There are six episodes in total, so stay tuned! Mason enjoys flying and hot-dogging on unnamed left Indian waves, and back home in Hawaii, where he rides everywhere recklessly around the island. Meanwhile, Griffin is in California, enjoying a fall day bathed in sunshine and golden glow at his home break, proving that the RNF can be ridden competitively and as a competition tool. Finally, don't skip the credits. Trestles, the boulders, your favorite corners, featuring a collection of hot and classic rides from the LOST team, both old and new. We spoke with Matt Mayhem For Kolohe, who enjoys surfing punchy Australian beach breaks, While shaping the new "RNF'96" 5'5" x 19 1/4", Matt gave us a vague history of RNF from its inception. 5'5" X 19 1/4…Century About 25 years ago, there was very little talk of fish boards in the surfing industry. In the fall of 1994, Tom Curren was kneeboarding in New York City. Oh! Tom Curren is riding FISH! It was a small spark. No one (at least, officially) was making them at this point. When Chris (Ward) was 14 or 15, he was a little Curren apprentice. Chris said over the phone: "Make me a fish! Like the Tom Curren one!” And I really had no idea. Oh my goodness! What is FISH? I was around 24 or 25 years old when I went to BC (a surf shop in San Clemente) and just stood there looking at the collection of vintage boards that were displayed on the ceiling. Ok, I saw the outline. That's FISH Swallowtail, twin fin I stared at the wall, then went into the shaping room and created FISH. It's a small twin fin, roughly 5'5" x 19 1/4. The nose and tail were randomly made the same width. 12" nose and tail, approximately 14" wide I didn't have much to do and I was just asking for it. Chris went to Hawaii and started ripping. A small board with glassed twin fins. We started making more and more. Cory Lopez, Chris Ward and Andy Irons. We all got on board with it. They were into it and it was great. And the cameras rolled and recorded a second season in Hawaii, several trips. Eventually, I put all this footage together. Drew Todd said "Let's make a movie using these images. Just use the FISH board." And we did it. Title: 5'5" X 19 1/4" It became very popular. Within a few years, board builders all over the world knew they needed a Fish in their lineup. It's a crappy board made by a mediocre shaper and two kids. Cory Lopez and Chris Ward are still working closely with me. Now, more than 25 years later, we have more members. A whole new crew" combined with the original two (Cory Lopez, Chris Ward) We have created a new model, the RNF'96. 5'5" X 19 1/4…Century All new Modern freesurfing, mainly with the inconsequential Round Nose Fish; It's a six-episode series that chronicles the past few years. …by a shaper who doesn’t really matter. -Matt Biolos 2023 https://youtu.be/2H7wONWJCM0
Learn moreWe have the ``MAYHEM CAP'', which can only be purchased at Love Surf in Japan!
Hello everyone. This is Kohei, a staff member. Today we'd like to introduce you to the "MAYHEM CAP," which can be used all year round and is only available at Love Surf in Japan. [ap_show_item 101048] [ap_show_item 101038] [ap_show_item 101029] [ap_show_item 101020] [ap_show_item 105097] [ap_show_item 91377] [ap_show_item 91380] A cap is very useful when you come out of the sea or when you don't have time to style your hair! It's also recommended for protecting your head and face from the intense UV rays of the coming season! For hats, click here!
Learn moreLatest video! Introducing "Arashi Murata" riding Placebbo's "RNF-RETRO'18" on YouTube!
Latest video! Introducing "Arashi Murata" riding Placebbo's "RNF-RETRO'18" on YouTube! Here is the latest riding video of Arashi Murata riding Placebbo's RNF-RETRO'18! Please also take a look at our honest impressions after riding the car! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_8p_S9Lq_U I don't recommend this new placebo for many reasons. ※It's so addictive that you'll get addicted to it lol
Learn moreNew Nishii Koji's Luvsurf TV is here! A must-see for older surfers! Star surfers in their 40s and 50s line up!
New Nishii Koji's Luvsurf TV is here! A must-see for older surfers! Star surfers in their 40s and 50s line up! A must-see for older surfers! A lineup of star players in their 40s and 50s! Four-town team competition based on age This video was taken at the end of April 2023 at the Boardriders Club WCBR Regional Qualifiers held on 54th Street in Newport Beach. This is a surfing contest in which teams from four cities - San Clemente, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and Newport Beach - compete for the highest overall score. The contest involves four surfers selected from each decade, ranging from 10 to 50 years old, surfing for an hour and competing for the highest total score. The contest includes famous surfers from the past, such as Matt Archibald, Chris Ward, Jeff Booth, and Pat O'Connell, in their 40s and 50s.They are all bald and have big bellies, but we hope you will come and see them in their current form, still surfing well and in good health. More than half of the players from the four cities were riding LOST! https://youtu.be/GCoctYjB__Y
Learn moreActually, there is only one left. PLACEBO 6'6" 'RNF-ULTRA' DURA-FLEX First come, first served!
Hello, I'm Kohei, a staff member. We have received many inquiries about the PLACEBO 6'6" RNF-ULTRA. In fact, there is only one last one. Based on the classic "Round Nose Fish," which is already renowned for its paddle speed and take-off performance, the "RNF-ULTRA" offers even faster paddle performance by reducing the CL value while increasing the length. The RNF-ULTRA is not just a model that is fast to paddle and take off. Normally, increasing the length increases the CL value, width, and thickness, but this model is made with a different concept, so unlike mid-length models that are simply larger, it also has the performance characteristics that are characteristic of MAYHEM, which is why it is so popular. The RNF-ULTRA is great for small conditions, but it actually works well in bigger waves too! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzBNoBv4Ai0&list=TLGGL3OcuEcA0bcwMjA1MjAyMw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0BuniQI4lM Although it may not be obvious at first glance from the outline of the RNF-ULTRA, the rail ends are quite thin, making it easy to get the rail into even large waves and to make solid turns using the rail. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cG86rVLhlpU&list=TLGGGP7DJ5VhM1gwMjA1MjAyMw The RNF-ULTRA, created by MAYEHM for adult Japanese surfers who believe that the key to surfing is the size of their maneuvers, is a Japan-exclusive model that allows you to take off easily, cruise gracefully through the waves, and even rip them depending on the conditions, so be sure to give it a try! [ap_show_item 100722] And more! The Golden Week Stockboard Fair is being held until Sunday, May 7th, so traction pads will also be included! Don't miss it!
Learn moreDid you know? Placebo "RNF-RETRO'18" is a copy board of Nishii's Magic Board!
This is the board that Nishii, who is currently staying in CALIFORNIA, is riding at Baby Rote! This is the ``RNF-RETRO'18'' model! You'll understand if you actually hold this board. It has a retro outline and all sizes are short with a large CL value. The rails are so thin that you wouldn't imagine it from the high CL value! We'll explain why! The first prototype board for this model was This model is based on the original "RNF-RETRO" released by LOST in 2018. https://www.instagram.com/p/BleueNOhVmn/ Further developments from the original Master Board Templet design It's a clone of Nishii's Magic Board with a modified rail design. https://www.instagram.com/p/B4ZTfroD4w6/ Since 2018, Nishii has posted numerous of these on his personal Instagram and Facebook. This magic board is a copy of the magic board with a black and gray camouflage color design. https://www.instagram.com/p/CF5f4hHDaxx/ We would like to inform you that the rail design is different from the original "RNF-RETRO" model sold as a stock board by LOST. https://www.instagram.com/p/CdFSy_VPz5C/ This black and gray camouflage color design of the LOST "RNF-RETRO" https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfr4r7Ph32w/ It's truly a magic among magic boards, so I don't want it to break and become unridable. It's a board that I've kept carefully and only rode on special occasions. However, if I make it a PLACEBO, I think I can ride it semi-permanently. I asked MAYHEM to make it DURA FLEX3, and the result is the ``RNF-RETRO'18''! https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfr4r7Ph32w/ After Nishii rode two boards sold at LOST stock boards, https://www.instagram.com/p/BmZ1w2uhZ6u/ I personally requested changes to the rail shape when I ordered a custom rail from MAYHEM, and this is what I got. The rail shape of the board is much thinner than normal. https://www.instagram.com/p/B4RCeEiDNij/ It cuts through the waves like a knife, moving sharply and reacting quickly. https://www.instagram.com/p/B1szSnfjjiz/ It's capable of performance surfing that you wouldn't expect from its retro appearance! https://www.instagram.com/p/CoRgtU8PI4y/ Nishii has repeatedly posted on social media that he is a "wolf in sheep's clothing." https://www.instagram.com/p/B1lUOYqjT_f/ Please come and experience the magic for yourself. https://www.luvsurf.co.jp/product/108652/ Come and be enchanted by the magic!
Learn moreFreshly taken photos! Who will be riding the PLACEBO 『RNF-RETRO'18』DURA FLEX3???
Freshly taken from California! Who will ride the PLACEBO 『RNF-RETRO'18』DURA FLEX3??? I'm sure you all recognize this back view! This is Chucky, a cute little guy with a chubby build! "Chucky" knows that Nishii is in California. When I posted a photo of the PLACEBO 『RNF-RETRO'18』DURA FLEX3 on Nishii's IG, I got a message saying I want to ride! I couldn't make it to the session because our schedules didn't match up, I went out to take some photos this morning, so check it out! This is the world's first public release of the riding photos from PLACEBO's "RNF-RETRO'18"! How is it? It looks like you're doing well! Fin is not the biggest feature of this model, I'm using these original manufacturer QUAD fins. FCS II PG Split Kel/Quad Fin https://www.luvsurf.co.jp/product/5272/ Chucky, who just finished his first ride, also has the best combo! He said so! For your reference!
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