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New Luvsurf TV:LOST "V2-SB" Kei Kobayashi
Luvsurf TV:LOST 『V2-SB』Kei Kobayashi Rider: Kei Kobayashi Board used: LOST 『V2-SB』 POLYESTER FILM: Koji Nishii EDIT: TABRIGADE Kei, who is growing up as a member of a group of young surfers representing San Clemente, has recently become fond of the LOST V2-SB model. Even in the crowded and fiercely contested waters of the local surfing spot, Trestles, the board has more volume at the front than the WHIPLASH model that I've been riding frequently, so it seems like it's easier to paddle quickly and catch waves. He is very good at keeping his balance by always putting one hand on the water when turning, so when I ride the V2-SB, Please use this as an example. Carving turns can also be performed with the V2-SB by leading with your front hand in this position. The rate of make-up after air reverse is high, I'm practicing with the V2-SB model so that I can fly higher and spin faster. This position aims for the air section at the bottom, Try using your eye position as a model when riding the V2-SB model. Now, take a look at this riding. [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/96064806/settings[/vimeo] * Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreNew Luvsurf TV: Placebo『NEW RIPQUEST』Todd Hutton
New Luvsurf TV: Placebo “NEW RIPQUEST” TODD HUTTON Rider: Todd Hutton Board used: Placebo 5'8" "NEW RIPQUEST" FLEXLITE-TURBO FILM: Koji Nishii EDIT: TABRIGADE FILM A new character has appeared! Todd, a big guy with a big belly. However, thanks to the performance of the new RIPQUEST model, surfing is light and easy. The performance of the "NEW RIPQUEST" model was demonstrated by its ability to smash the lip rhythmically even in small waves. Check out the riding. He seemed a bit worried about the 5'8" size, but when he tried it out, he was surprised at how good it felt. He was surprised and commented that he was impressed. It has a series of sharp lip actions and spins 360 degrees. As you can see, this big spray-up hack turn is also a part of the "NEW RIPQUEST" model. This proved the board's excellent balance. With a body larger than Chucky's, he nimbly controls the "NEW RIPQUEST" model. Please see the video of him surfing small waves here. [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/96065839[/vimeo] * Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreNew Luvsurf TV: Placebo『NEW RIPQUEST』Chucky Rigano
Luvsurf TV: Placebo “NEW RIPQUEST” Chucky Rigano Rider: Chucky Rigano Board used: Placebo 5'8" "NEW RIPQUEST" FLEXLITE-TURBO FILM: Koji Nishii EDIT: TABRIGADE FILM The "NEW RIPQUEST" model is designed for shortboard tricks. This board makes it very easy to perform the *RIP action*, the most standard and exhilarating technique you'll want to master. The split diamond tail design features a deep cut in the tail. Not only does it make it easier to turn the rails, but as you can see in the two photos above and below, It is designed to be stable even in whitewater, making it easy to perform lip action. The board stays stable and easy to control even in whitewater, allowing for a variety of lip actions. Of course, you can also kick the tail end in and make a slash-like turn like in this photo. Try riding it and experience the excellent controllability for yourself. Even if you are not good at backside lip action, this board's performance will help you. By trying again and again, Practice until you have completely mastered the lip action movements. The TABLET and TABLET II models offer paddling, take-off, and ups and downs. It is easy for those who want to master the bait, move on to the next step, and learn lip action to practice riding. Concept design developed. The boards are the same length, but the width and thickness are smaller to give them maneuverability. For those who have improved with the "TABLET" and "TABLET II" models, The board size and CL value have been adjusted so that you can switch to it quickly. Be sure to get your hands on the amazing performance of the new 2014 Presto model, the NEW RIPQUEST! Now, please take a look at the riding video of Chucky riding the "NEW RIPQUEST." [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/96165774[/vimeo] * Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreToday, I attended a test drive study session attended by about 100 people from all over the country.
Today, about 100 people from all over Japan gathered at Murasaki Sports at Nakazato Beach in Chiba Prefecture. I went to a test ride workshop with a surfboard sales representative. There are a total of 48 "LOST" and "Placebo" surfboards available for test rides! The waves were onshore, waist-chest high, and there were plenty of them, so everyone was having fun riding them. The 2014 new model "NEW RIP QUEST" was being ridden by many people for the first time, It was highly rated and was the most popular model for test drives. The "V2-SB" model is also very popular, with many people wanting to try it at least once. "SHORT ROUND" model in quad, Masato was in top form, landing four air reverses in the short time of the morning session. Akira Nakaura, a new professional golfer who has just joined the FU WAX team, was also at the venue. Mr. Sugaya, the manager of the Chigasaki store, Apparently, the item he's looking for today is the "SHORT ROUND" model. We know the true benefits of FU WAX and how it differs from other waxes, so please come and hear about its benefits. Masato carefully explains the test ride boards and recommends boards. The famous Kappaboard was also a popular test ride. We also had the V2-SB Hydroflex ride the limited edition CONQUEST EL-DIABLO airbrush board. "SHORT ROUND" was the center of attention. The person who was skillfully riding it was Mr. Sugiyama from the Chigasaki store. If you're in the area, please come and hear our test drive impressions. As expected, everyone has a smile on their face after test riding Kappaboard's "LAYZ POTATO" model. He used FU WAX on his recent trip to Tahiti and shared with us his delightful feedback that "I didn't slip even once." Professional golfer Tatsuya Fukagawa took a test ride on the new RIPQUEST. The "COUCH POTATO" model was also ridden by many mini board enthusiasts. Professional surfer Hiroto Arai from the FU WAX team also came to the venue to surf. Mr. Obama from the Fujisawa store is tall, but he is 5'2" and can skillfully maneuver the "SHORT ROUND" to the inside. It was a long ride. The new size of 5'4" is also popular among those within the ideal weight range. This is the new 6'0" size "FISQUEST II" which was a popular choice with heavier riders fighting over it. We received a lot of feedback about the LAYZ POTATO model, with people saying it was "easy to ride." "CONQUEST EL-DIABLO" is "big and thick, but it moves!" Everyone who has actually ridden it will tell you. The "BEACH BUGGY" model was also ridden by many people who love high performance boards. The 5'5" V3-ROCKET model is a new size, so those who fit the size were sure to take it for a test ride. They also studied the differences in board designs, looking at, touching, and comparing them with great enthusiasm. Resin-colored boards are beautiful, so it's nice to have them. Even though there were 48 test boards, about 100 people helped us pack them up. The cleanup is complete in no time. Somehow the rain ended as a light drizzle. Thank you to all the surf sales staff, professional riders, and other manufacturers who participated today! * Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreNew Luvsurf TV:Placebo “FISHQUEST II” FLEXLITE-TURBO/FCSII Koji Nishii
Luvsurf TV:Placebo “FISHQUEST II” FLEXLITE-TURBO/FCSII Rider: Koji Nishii Board used: Placebo 5'4" FISHQUEST II FLEXLITE-TURBO/FCSII FILM: Hayato Masuda EDIT: TABRIGADE FILM New size added in 2014: 5'4" FISHQUEST II FLEXLITE-TURBO/FCSII model This is Nishii's riding video. Although it is short at 5'4", the CL value is 31.7cl, so it seems like it would get caught in the soup of a wave of this size at the bottom. This is an easy surf line board inherited from the TABLET II model, which will automatically pick up speed and bottom turn even if you just stand there without putting in the rails. Of course, the speed maintenance performance at the top action is also excellent, even without the rail. The board turns automatically, making for a very comfortable ride. Furthermore, the reason why you can easily make a big turn with a rail is because This is thanks to the Babeld Edge at the bottom. The effect of Babel Edge is most apparent when you want to make a sudden turn like this. The board turns faster and sharper, allowing for tighter turns in smaller waves. Recommended for those who want to ride more freely on smaller waves than the TABLETII model! Once you get used to the board's performance, you can ride even fairly large waves, As expected, we recommend riding in thick, mushy waves or small waves based on the board development concept. The takeoff speed in small waves is amazing, surpassing that of the TABLET II. This is a highly recommended second board for small waves for TABLETII model users! The 2014 FISHQUEST II board with the latest FCS II specifications has just arrived and is in stock now. Be sure to get your hands on this amazing performance. Nishii recommends the larger QUAD fin setting. Now, please take a look at Nishii's riding video of "FISHQUEST II". [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/96168104[/vimeo] Click here to purchase from the web store! http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/store/26420/ ★For more details, please see the model introduction page here http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/placebo/fishquest2-p * Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreWe found a custom XTR board from Kolohe Andino! What model is it?
A work by European Glasser Lucky Busters. This is a board ridden by some pros. Can you guess who it is? LOST surfboard stock board rack, stocked up for summer in CA. This is a resin mixing cup from the LOST surfboard specialty glass factory. It's truly resin work! This is the state of preparation for installing the "FCS II" 5 fins. The form is shaped into a fin plug using a special router. After cutting, set the fins on the plug and prepare for installation. Nishii has finished changing clothes at SURF GRASS and is checking the waves. We're testing Anchor's new model wetsuit, which is 2mm thick and extremely flexible. This is another AKU machine added to LOST. This is the latest version of the AKU machine, with a green laser that allows you to always see the center line of the board. This is also a work by Lucky Busters. The board is gloss polished, so it is heavy, but it shines beautifully and is perfect for display. There was also a board with glitter like this. I found a Kolohe order board for Indonesia. It's a 5'11" DRIVER model, "XTR". It has a land pin tail. We also received an order for another board with the same 5'11" Driver "XTR" specifications but with a thinner thickness. Kolohe also prefers to ride the XTR when traveling overseas because it is safe and durable to transport. Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn more"FU WAX" is carefully produced and is different from mass-produced, sticky, cheap waxes!
This is Nishii checking out the waves on T-STREET on the morning of the last day of filming. The waves on T-Street were not as good as yesterday, so we moved to San Clemente Pier. People gather at the CA pier, and since it was Sunday morning, the parking lot was full from the morning onwards. I parked my car on the street and changed my clothes. This photo was taken from the pier. I surfed on the north side of the pier. The waves have shrunk in size and are now knee-high waves. The concept performance of the "SHORT ROUND" model, which is best suited to knee-high wave sizes, Shou emerges from the water with a smile on his face, satisfied after demonstrating his full potential. LOST's "SHORT ROUND" is going really well. Masato also commented on the merits of "SHORT ROUND," so please take a look at this blog. http://masatoyukawa.com This is an advertisement for FU WAX featuring FU WAX enthusiast Brad Simpson. FU's son, Gee, who is studying abroad and has moved from New Port Beach to San Clemente, I met and had a meeting with Chad, a salesman from FU WAX USA. This is FUWAX, which was manufactured for the US market while I was in San Clemente, Brazil. This is "FU WAX" being hand-cut using a handmade machine. It takes 12 hours a day to produce only 12 cases of 100 pieces each, making it a very valuable product. It's a high level of performance that can only be achieved if it's 100% handmade. So, when pressed, it moves and loses grip in the necessary areas. Mass-produced, sticky, cheap wax is It's different! * Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreWhat is the recommended back stance position when riding a "SHORT ROUND"?
This morning, the size of the waves has dropped, so I checked out the waves in the San Clemente area. Filmed on T-STREET. It's a waist-sized SET wave. At this size, Nishii and Shou are of course "SHORT ROUND". The beach was full of pebbles that weren't there a week ago. The sand had been carried away by the sea. A nicely shaped sandbar has been created. The warm water temperature has dropped a little. I had a long discussion with Shou about "SHORT ROUND." For "SHORT ROUND", place the grip as close to the leash cup as possible in the back stance. If you keep your foot as far back as possible from where it will contact the kick, and ride without changing your stance, I'll tell you it's the best. This is LOWERS in the evening. Maria Ward, daughter of Chris Ward. She has such a cute look that she even works as a model, and her powerful turns are inherited from her father. Nate Iomans, from the same LOST team Every morning, he drives around the San Clemente area in his white Toyota pickup truck to check the waves. He checks every corner before surfing, so the waves are good wherever he is. After the contest in Oceanside, we are practicing for tomorrow's final day. "Kei Kobayashi" appeared on LOWERS. My board has gotten longer and my body has grown bigger, and I'm currently at the point where I've made the most progress in my surfing. I just returned from a reporting trip to Niagaragua for the American magazine SURFING the day before yesterday. I'm looking forward to it being published. His favorite LOST MAYHEM board right now and in good condition is the V2-SB model. I'm looking forward to the results of tomorrow's PRIME contest. * Posted by Luvsurf .
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