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I got to ride the extremely rare and hard-to-obtain model "RNF'96"!
"I rode the rare and rare RNF'96 model!" Hello, I'm Kohei, a staff member. Today's blog will be my impressions of riding the rare and extremely valuable model "RNF'96" that I recently got to try out. The first time I rode it was in the Kamogawa area. There was a lot of damping on the day, and the early waves were mostly chest to shoulder height with a bit of wind, making the conditions less than ideal. Only a few pros and advanced surfers were able to get some action in the gaps and make short rides on the waves. *Sorry, I didn't have time to take any photos of the waves that day. The first thing that surprised me was the moment I paddled out at RNF'96! When I held the surfboard on land, it felt a little heavy, but once I got into the water and started paddling, I was surprised at how light it felt! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syj48UmXVzE&list=TLGGHC5QXPau2CoxNDA5MjAyMQ I am 168cm and 64kg and the size I test rode was 5'6" x 20, 25" x 2.40 31cl (WIDE), so even the RNF'96 was a little overflowing, but what I felt was that it was well balanced! Pro Nishii explained it to me, and I experienced firsthand that this was the effect of the magic board design principle "Double Ender"! And as for the take-off speed that everyone is curious about, I was surprised here too! Once again, the quality of the surfboard design really stands out here, as the tail catches the wave, allowing for quick and smooth takeoff. *The conditions on the second day I rode were almost windless and the surface was very clean, but the swell was very weak, making it quite tough conditions for a shortboard with a knee-high setting. However, I was able to catch the waves early on in the swell, so I was able to ride longer and with lighter action than anyone else! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmFEmEGtT3M This is common to all previous RNF series, but after takeoff, the board automatically picks up speed without you having to do anything, so you can ride with ease! "RNF'96" moves very smoothly, but some people may find it a little loose. We recommend the MR/TWIN STAB to start with, but if you feel it's a little loose, you can solve the problem by increasing the size of the center fin. I wasn't able to try it out on this day, but when the waves are big enough, the tri-fins I usually use seem to work well. The RNF'96 that I test rode this time was very easy to ride, with no quirks, and I thought it was an all-around model that can be enjoyed by people of all skill levels! Stock boards are hard to come by, so I decided to custom order one! The RNF'96 is the model that turned MATT BIOLOS, also known as MAYHEM, a shaper who was still unknown worldwide, into a world-class shaper! As I have written many times in my previous blogs, I still remember being shocked when I saw a video of professional rider Nishii riding and immediately purchased the original, early version of "Round Nose Fish." At the time, thin, flimsy surfboards were the norm, but this was a masterpiece with its round nose and short fishtail! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WwdRg-f8yI&list=TLGGFb7wmmYoHPkxNDA5MjAyMQ If you haven't ridden an RNF yet, I highly recommend it! Gabriel Medina, who recently became the world champion, owns multiple special RNF'96s, even though he is supported by other brands! It's impossible to go through your surfing life without riding LOST's ``Round Nose Fish''! For a detailed explanation of "RNF'96", please click here! For custom orders for the ``RNF'96'', please visit our Love Surf physical store or contact us at ``03-3732-5532'' !
Learn moreThere are only a few left! The early bird campaign where you can fully order Cyber wetsuits semi-dry suits at a great price is on until September 30th!
There are only a few spots left in our Early Bird Campaign, where you can fully order the Cyber Shield Wetsuits worn by California-based LOST Surfboards rider KEI KOBAYASHI at a great price! "WARD G9" A signature series worn by California Legend Surfer Chris Ward. The cut is suitable for a wide range of age groups, and it offers an excellent overall balance of functionality, heat retention, and price, and is equipped with the chest-zip design that is popular in California. 『LIGHT ZERO-2021 LIMITED WINTER』 This is a limited edition model of the "LIGHT-ZERO" worn by JPSA professional surfer Kairi Noro. It is designed to suit the Japanese environment and uses stretch zippers that are highly waterproof and functional. This model achieves a reasonable price by keeping the design, such as the cutting, the same but changing only the material. “AQUA-ANGEL CZ LIMITED 2021 WINTER” This is a Chest-Zip model worn by JPSA professional surfer Reika Noro, which offers an excellent overall balance of functionality, warmth, and price. “LIGHT-ZERO 2021 LIMITED WINTER” A limited edition model of "LIGHT-ZERO" that uses stretch zippers that are highly waterproof and functional, making it suitable for the Japanese environment. What... It's the same design as the men's, but at a price that supports female surfers! Cyber Shield Wetsuits has been manufacturing wetsuits since 1919. Their timeless approach, which includes constantly developing innovative and highly functional wetsuits and creating highly original styles, has earned them immense popularity among top surfers around the world! Don't miss out on this "Early Bird Campaign" where you can get semi-dry bread at a great price!
Learn moreThank you so much for all the custom orders for LOSTSurfboards! We're announcing the top 3 custom orders to date!
The LOST USA CUSTOM ORDER FAIR was held for the first time in six months. So many people have been waiting for this event, and although there is still half a month left, we have already received a considerable number of custom orders, and we are very happy that so many users support ``MAYHEM'' and ``LUVSURF.'' Today's "STORE BLOG" will reveal the top 3 custom order models we have received so far! First up, third place! "RAD RIPPER" is a super unfair model from "MAYHEM" that combines 80's design with cutting-edge design and adds just the right amount of volume! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5XtV4quQD0&list=TLGG4fX8bdUqlHAxNDA5MjAyMQ This best-selling model is suitable for all riders, and its easy paddling and performance will make the dreams of even the most ambitious shortboarders come true. The user-friendly RAD RIPPER can be ridden by beginners who have learned how to take off, those who are not confident in their paddling strength, and even advanced paddlers. Second place goes to "SUB DRIVER2.0"! "After all, a high-performance model with a pointed nose is best for a surfboard!" "I want high-performance surfing even in small conditions or at points with weak power!" This board is extremely popular among genuine shortboarders! https://vimeo.com/460512453 I think most Japanese people surf at beach breaks, and one of the reasons for its popularity is that it is very well suited to irregular and unpredictable beach breaks. Compared to the DRIVER 2.0, it retains overall volume, so even surfers who are still learning to do upswings can easily improve their game, and many surfers order it. The number one spot goes to "RNF'96" after all! At the previous "LOST Custom Order Fair," we had the largest number of orders by a wide margin, far surpassing the number of second place, and this time we are once again the number one in terms of custom orders. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WwdRg-f8yI&list=TLGGFb7wmmYoHPkxNDA5MjAyMQ The ultimate all-round model that's easy to use! I tried it out the other day and it was easy to catch waves and the paddling was fast!! Once you get on, it will pick up speed automatically and move freely, responding sensitively to the rider's intentions! I was so pleased with it that I decided to order a custom one! At this year's LOST Custom Order Fair, there were many orders for LIGHT SPEED, BLACK DART, and CARBON WRAP, with many orders including more original colors! Take advantage of the remaining half of the LOST Custom Order Fair, which comes with three special perks, and get your own original surfboard at a great price!
Learn moreNishii reports from the WSL FINALS venue in California on Monday the 13th!
Nishii reports from the WSL FINALS venue in California on Monday the 13th! A yellow alert was issued the night before, and the start was scheduled. The WSL FINALS, which took place in California on Monday the 13th, did not start on this day. The first call was at 7:30 in the morning, and the second call was at 8:30 an hour later. Due to the heavy fog, judging was not possible on this day. It was a call to see us off to tomorrow. The event is scheduled to start at 11:30 pm on Tuesday the 14th. Don't miss the LIVE!! The waves are expected to get bigger over the next three days, so it looks like the size won't disappear!
Learn moreThank you very much for your many reservations every day. If you want to ride during the New Year holidays, please hurry! LOST MADE IN JAPAN QUALITY, reservations are not stopping!
Thank you very much for all the reservations we receive every day. The "LOST MADE IN JAPAN QUALITY" project, which began last year, is going strong and is so popular that you can hardly go to the beach without seeing a LOST surfboard. As a result, we only have a limited number of surfboards left to deliver to customers before the end of the year, so if you want to be sure to ride during the New Year holidays, we recommend making your reservation as early as possible. The model that is currently receiving the most reservations by far is, as you might imagine, the ultimate all-round model, the RNF'96! The RNF'96 is also the most ordered model at the LOST Custom Order Fair, which runs until the end of this month! World champion Gabriel Medina ordered this from MAYHEM for the Tokyo Olympics and will be using it at Shidashita! If the conditions were typical in Japan, I can't help but feel disappointed that it would have been used for the Olympics! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syj48UmXVzE&list=TLGGHC5QXPau2CoxMjA5MjAyMQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTMFl__ah8 The legendary model "Round Nose Fish" led "MAYHEM" to become a world-class top shaper. I recently test rode the RNF'96 with on-fins, so I'd like to share my impressions soon. And the high-performance models that every shortboarder dreams of, "DRIVER2.0" and "SUB DRIVER2.0", remain popular models! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFImYCd6ESY&list=TLGGqGzHHojLbN8xMjA5MjAyMQ This high-performance model, created with feedback from world-class surfers such as Kolohe Andino, Griffin Colapinto, and Carissa Moore, as well as Japanese professional riders, and the experience of MAYHEM, is a must-have for intermediate and advanced surfers! The user-friendly "RAD RIPPER" is suitable for beginners and has received many reservations! A masterpiece in which MAYHEM combines distinctive 80's design with cutting-edge design. https://vimeo.com/434546167 It's so popular and selling so well that other brands are rushing to copy and release similar models, which is proof that the RAD RIPPER is so great! The original model "RAD RIPPER" is fun and action-packed for any rider! As I wrote at the beginning of the blog, we receive many reservations every day, so if you would like to travel over the New Year holidays, we recommend that you make your decision as early as possible.
Learn moreFU WAX is the official surf wax of the WSL Finals!
The event is scheduled to be held in San Clemente, California. At the WSL Finals, FU WAX will be used by the world's top 10 surfers. As an official surf wax in the competitor area, "FU WAX" will be provided to the world's top 10 athletes! Among them, we have decided to officially sponsor "Freepe Trade"! It will be held in Huntington Beach from the 20th. We will be setting up a booth at the US OPEN, and Nishii will also be there!! Is there anyone who hasn't tried the world's number one "FU WAX" yet? There are still some old brands that slide smoothly and tightly, Throw away your wax as soon as possible and use the world's highest performance " FU WAX "!!
Learn moreNishii reports from the San Clemente Factory of "LOST Surfboards."
The red order card is a custom order board from a Japanese customer. We are receiving more custom orders from Japanese customers than ever before! "thank you!" This board in the MAYHEM office is Carissa's magic board. This is the LIGHT SPEED ``DRIVER2.0'' model. There are blanks lined up in the aisles! All are ARCTIC forms. This is MAYHEM's shaping room. Carissa's magic board is also here. The model was the "SABO TAJ" for big waves, and the board material was POLY. MAYHEM is in the center of the photo. The people around me were the managers of RIP CURL stores across the US, who were all gathered together during the FINALS. This is a photo of MAYHEM giving a tour of the LOST factory. This is the ARCTIC form that just arrived. Green is the blank for regular stock boards, Yellow is a lightweight blank for team riders. You can see the Sprinter van from LOST over there! This is what you see when you open the van! There was a test ride board! Nate showed us his latest model, "LITTLE WING." This is a product that just arrived from the BLACK DART factory in Florida. This is a custom-order board that will be shipped to Japan. This board that Rider-chan had painted on the rails This is KOLOHE's board. The finished version is on her Instagram @artbyrider!
Learn moreThis season has arrived again this year! Love Surf's "Wetsuit Order Fair" has started!
Wetsuits are an essential item for enjoying surfing all year round in Japan. Especially for wetsuits used in the winter season, we recommend ones made of high-end brushed material that is warm, soft, and fits your body well! To ease the burden on users who are planning to order the best wetsuits made from such high-quality brushed material, Love Surf has started a "Wetsuit Order Fair" for a limited time until October 31st! Normally, a full-size wetsuit order costs 10% of the price, but at this wetsuit order fair, that 10% will be free! What's more, we're giving away two COOL and two COLD bottles of FU WAX, a must-have for CT tourers, which has a 3D grip that keeps surfers on their feet! The six trusted and proven brands that you can order from Love Surf are "ANCHOR Wetsuits" Cyber Shield Wetsuits O'Neill Wetsuits "BE WET" Rock Hopper It's called "Wave Warriors." Last year, due to the unprecedented surfing boom, delivery times for wetsuits were significantly longer than usual. This year, with the Olympics coming up, and as you can see in the ocean, the number of surfers is increasing, and we expect delivery times to be significantly longer this season as well, so we recommend that customers who are thinking of ordering a wetsuit do so as early as possible.
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