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New Luvsurf TV: Placebo “LAYZ ORCA” Koji Nishii
Luvsurf TV:Placebo “LAYZ ORCA” Koji Nishii Rider: Koji Nishii Board used: Placebo 5'8" LAYZ ORCA FLEXLITE-TURBO FILM: Toku EDIT: Total Video Service This new model is based on the original LOST ORCA model and is made of Placebo FLEXLITE-TURBO material, but is thinner and has a grip that makes it easier to grip the rail when dolphin-dodging. This Rays Orca model is designed for even the smallest of small wave boards, with take-off performance that rivals that of a longboard, even at crowded major surf spots on weekends, allowing you to ride a large number of waves in a short amount of time and enjoy surfing. At first glance, the wide board-out design makes it look like a retro or Simmons-style board that only skilled surfers or those with good waves can ride well after takeoff, but that's not the case.The Mayhem was designed with the assumption that it would be ridden by Japanese surfers in small Japanese waves, so that anyone can easily ride it. If you surf with the LAYZ ORCA model, you can wait for waves further out even at crowded spots, so you'll never have to feel frustrated when a longboarder steals your wave. This board has a rail design that rounds the edges and positions the edges higher on the deck than usual, making it easier to control the rails of the board. See how the board accelerates quickly even when it stops while riding. [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/61405687[/vimeo]
Learn moreThank you to everyone who came to our store and purchased so many new boards!
Mr. A, He chose the LOST "COUCH POTATO" in Polyester Tint Regin Color. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/couch-potato He was looking for a board that could be ridden as short as possible and had a fast takeoff in small waves, and he found this on the website! He consulted us about which size would be best for him and made a reservation before the item arrived. Mr. B, The LOST "F1-STUB" POLYESTER Carbon Tail Patch specification was selected. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/f-1-stub I recently bought a surfboard from another brand, and after trying it out a few times, I decided it wasn't right for me. I had been looking at the MAYHEM boards on the web for a while and was looking for an all-around board. He purchased this ``F1-STUB.'' Mr. C said, The LOST "SUB SCORCHER 2" was chosen with the POLYESTER Carbon Tail Patch specification. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/sub-scorcher2 The length of this board is the most popular size, 5'9". This time, it is a performance board for small waves. Nishii and everyone who has ridden it have all agreed that this model has a fast takeoff. Mr. D, Placebo "FISHQUEST2" FLEXLITE-TURBO specification was selected. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/placebo/fishquest2-p He said he'd gained weight recently, and as a result, the buoyancy of his current surfboard was no longer suitable. The customer purchased the ``FISHQUEST2'' because it has plenty of buoyancy and a roomy size. Mr. F, LOST "SUB DRIVER" POLYESTER Carbon Tail Patch specification was selected. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/sub-driver He was using a 5'7" ROCKET POLY for small waves, and this time he ordered a 5'10" SUB DRIVER. Thank you for purchasing it. Mr. G said, LOST "BEACH BUGGY" POLYESTER Carbon Tail Patch specification, http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/beach-buggy The 5'10" SUB-SCORCHER2 you purchased last time is working well, but I'm also looking for a board that's one inch shorter. He wanted to try riding it, so he chose the BEACH BUGGY model. LOST "ORCA" POLYESTER REGIN TINT COLOR specifications, http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/orca This was purchased to be used at Super Overflow so that it would be fun even when the waves are very small and it's crowded. Thank you to everyone who came to our store and purchased so many new boards!
Learn moreWe recently heard feedback from Kelly, who won the first WCT tournament using FU WAX!
Masato will be releasing his own lifestyle DVD through his modeling agency. Six film crew members from Japan have come to film the DVD and filming started this morning. Nishii checked out Trestles and found the waves to be small, so he went to Oceanside just like yesterday. It wasn't that bad around San Clemente, but there was fog in Oceanside. The waves are small like yesterday, so I'm using a Placebo 5'8" LAYZ ORCA model. This is the view from photographer Masuda. The size of the largest SET wave was like this. The Placebo 5'8" LAYZ ORCA model can even ride in knee-high waves. After that, we drove to H.B. and had a meeting with Paulo from FU WAX/USA. We receive many FU WAX orders from reputable retailers across the country. The product is scheduled to arrive in Tokyo from Brazil on March 18th. Brazil is far away, and shipping by sea is subject to weather conditions, which has caused delays in delivery. We apologize to all retailers who have placed orders, and ask for your patience. Please keep in mind that Paulo received feedback from Kelly, who recently won the first WCT tournament using FU WAX. If you use TROPICAL or WARM as a top coat, apply FU WAX BASE as a base coat. It seems that it is best to use FU WAX TROPICAL as a base coat for COLD and COOL.
Learn moreFirst reveal! FCS's new "ORIGIN" fin system, which everyone started using at the first WCT round
The coastline is covered in thick fog because the seawater is cold and the air temperature is warm. The waves were finally not so small so we headed out to Oceanside. The new Placebo model, "LAYZORCA," is very useful in situations like these. Masato is riding the 5'8" TABLET II model, which he rode yesterday and loved. The wax is, of course, FU WAX. It was a small SET knee-high wave that Californians don't even surf. Masato was gaining speed and successfully performed air reverses one after another. After that we went to LOST surfboards. Placebo's PU board was a BEN B board. This is the new FCS "ORIGIN" fin system that everyone started using at the first WCT event. FCS also offers lightweight, high-performance fins. The Lucky Busters Glass board has beautiful glitter sparkles. It's a work of art that seems a shame to ride. These two are Lucky Busters Glass boards that will be sent to Luvsurf. With spring just around the corner, many boards have been completed at LOST Surfboards in California.
Learn moreVideo filming is underway today in Salt Creek and State Park.
The Luvsurf team is still filming their video today. Salt Creek in the morning. In addition to Chucky, KEI will also be participating. Photographer Masuda took photos of the four riders under clear skies. Chucky has been riding the original LOST/SUB-DRIVER-JP since last year, so I was very satisfied as I was able to rip some great waves on the familiar 5'10" TITAN. In the afternoon, I checked out the Trestles, but the swell was not so good, so This photo was taken at San Clemente Beach Break, State Park. The waves were big enough like this. Kei-kun is a 4'10" driver. Chucky is 5'10" TITAN. Masato showed off his surfing skills in "F1-STUB," aiming for barrels and air reverses. Nishii is 5'8"RNF-EVOLUTION. The Love Surf team is scheduled to shoot again tomorrow in Orange County, where the weather has stabilized. The catalogue will be completed in a few days. The ANCHOR 2013 NEW ATOMIC model was designed in collaboration with Cyber Wetsuits. In this way, the flap panel can be changed in color as an option (estimated price: ¥4,500). This neck-in type makes changing clothes easy, and you can enjoy changing the color by changing the flap parts!
Learn moreNew Luvsurf TV:Placebo “TABLET II” Koji Nishii
Luvsurf TV: Placebo "TABLET II" by Koji Nishii Rider: Koji Nishii Board used: Placebo 5'8" TABLET II FLEXLITE-TURBO FILM: Toku EDIT: Total Video Service This is a riding video of the TABLET II, which is an easier-to-ride, easier-to-handle board than the previous TABLET model, which was developed to allow Japanese people over 35 to paddle easily and take off very quickly on Japanese waves.The new model has further improved maneuverability, making it easier to dolphin through, and is now a board that is easier to ride and handle. The Mayhem has been updated with deeper, longer elevator wings, more steps, and a slightly longer vee bottom, making it significantly easier to operate than the previous Tablet model. The waves in the photo are also suitable for longboards, but the surfer picks up speed effortlessly and makes quick, sharp maneuvers. When you kick the tail lip, you can get lip action on par with a high performance board. You can see some riding that clearly shows the effect of the new EVW (Elevator Wing). The previous TABLET model had sufficient performance, but it went beyond that. The world-class top shaper MAYHEM has made a long-awaited evolution for Japanese users. Please try out the easy performance of the TABLET II model. [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/61421103[/vimeo] The TABLET II model is a board that we would recommend to anyone who has been hesitant to ride thick surfboards. There are six sizes available, so choose the one that best suits your weight and needs. We are currently accepting pre-orders as the first shipment will arrive at the end of March. Please feel free to contact us for board size inquiries or to make a reservation. Please call us at 03-3732-5532 or fill out this form! http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/contact.html
Learn moreThe board Chris rode was Placebo's V3-ROCKET, and the wax he used was of course FU WAX!
I got a call from Chris Ward, who was checking the waves that morning. The waves are good at Northside Pier, so I thought I could head over there right away. So today I'm shooting at San Clemente Pier. The board Chris rode today was the Placebo V3-ROCKET . Of course, we use FU WAX as wax. The onshore winds blew hard with the power of the 2013 Volcom Pipe Pro runner-up. The next morning, he showed off some impressive surfing at the beach break with the new FLEXLITE-TURBO model. Hiroki rode the Placebo Tablet II , Masato is Lost F1-STUB . The riding was recorded on video by Nishii and photographed by photographer Masuda. Masato and Hiroki have been surfing with Ward for the past few days, Taking Ward's turns as a model, his turns are becoming deeper and thicker.
Learn moreThe WARd5 fin setting is awesome as it makes the board fly when you drive it!
It was a day of unstable weather and wind direction, with overcast skies, sunny skies, and heavy rain. Chris Ward joined us again today as he is leaving for Australia tomorrow. I brought the fins I designed. Chris took out the WARd3 and WARd5 fin sets from the car. The RNF-EVOLUTION model is set up with 5 fins. Chucky chose the 5'10" TITAN, and Masato chose the 5'8" BEACH BUGGY. Chris said that the WARd5 fin setting is great because it drives the board and makes it fly! He did the five finger pose. The wind suddenly turned onshore, making for some difficult conditions, but Chucky managed to pull it off. Hiroki, a fan of ROCKET models, can't let go of the latest V3-ROCKET model. Despite the cold wind and water today, the riders worked hard on the photo session.
Learn moreWhat board did Ward choose today because he thought it would be good for this wave?
It was raining lightly this morning in Orange County. Chris Ward of LOCAL recommended this place. I went to the beach break to check out the waves and there were some nice waves breaking. I quickly changed clothes and started shooting! Chucky is 5'10" TITAN HIROKI is a 5'7" V3-ROCKET MASATO is a 5'9" BEACH BUGGY Nishii is a 5'8" RNF-EVOLUTION The board Ward chose today seemed like it would be good for this wave. It's a 5'10" TABLET2. Duck diving (dolphin diving) is also easy because there is a grab rail. As you can see, it was done effortlessly. We were able to shoot some powerful overhead waves with occasional barrels. I think you all already know that TABLET2 works well in small waves in Japan. Stay tuned for a spectacular ride where Ward No-Leash proves he's great at barrel riding, air, and even deep waves!
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