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First time in Japan! "COUCH POTATO" C3 and POLYESTER clear versions have arrived!
The popular new model "COUCH POTATO" has arrived, and stock has quickly sold out! Cork C3 specification and POLYESTER clear version arrived at Luvsurf today! Nishii recommends the C3 model because it has a soft ride and is the ``COUCH POTATO'' model's forte, flexing flexibly even in powerless small waves, and providing speed and responsiveness in turns. C3 (CORK-CARBON-COMPOSITE) http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/24sblog/?cat=47 These boards are vacuum laminated at our C3 factory in Florida. The rails are clear coated and finished at the LOST factory in San Clemente. Just arrived in Japan! We stock the following sizes: This is a rare board with only one of each size available. There will be no more stock this year, so don't miss out while it's still in stock! #CP55C3 5'5″ x 21 1/4″ x 2 3/8″ (165 x 54.0 x 6.0 cm) Intermediate 63-68kg Advanced 68-73kg 32.4cl #CP56C3 5'6″ x 21 1/2″ x 2 3/8″ (168 x 54.6 x 6.0 cm) Intermediate 67-72kg Advanced 72-77kg 33.3cl #CP57C3 5'7″ x 21 3/4″ x 2 7/16″ (170 x 55.3 x 6.2 cm) Intermediate 70-75kg Advanced 75-80kg 35.0cl #CP58C3 5'8″ x 22″ x 2 1/2″ (173 x 55.8 x 6.35 cm) Intermediate 75-80kg Advanced 80-85kg 36.7cl #CP59C3 5'9″ x 22 1/4″ x 2 9/16″ (175 x 56.5 x 6.5 cm) Intermediate 80-85kg Advanced 85-90kg 38.6cl #CP51C3 5'10″x 22 1/2″ x 2 5/8″ (178 x 57.1 x 6.7 cm) Intermediate 85-90kg Advanced 90-95kg 40.5cl C3 specification (CORK-CARBON-COMPOSITE) ￥175,000 (excluding tax) / ￥183,750 (excluding tax) *The C3 COUCH POTATO model is a very dandy board for adults. And this is also the first arrival! "COUCH POTATO" model POLYESTER * Clear * Specifications We have received many reservations from customers and some sizes have sold out. We would like to inform you that the board sizes that have arrived and are ready to ride are as follows. #PU53C3 5'3″ x 20 1/2″ x 2 1/4″ (160 x 52.0 x 5.7 cm) Intermediate 55-60kg Advanced 60-65kg 28.9cl #PU54C3 5'4″ x 21″x 2 5/16″ (163 x 53.3 x 5.85 cm) Intermediate 60-65kg Advanced 65-70kg 30.7cl #PU55C3 5'5″ x 21 1/4″ x 2 3/8″ (165 x 54.0 x 6.0 cm) Intermediate 63-68kg Advanced 68-73kg 32.4cl #PU56C3 5'6″ x 21 1/2″ x 2 3/8″ (168 x 54.6 x 6.0 cm) Intermediate 67-72kg Advanced 72-77kg 33.3cl #PU57C3 5'7″ x 21 3/4″ x 2 7/16″ (170 x 55.3 x 6.2 cm) Intermediate 70-75kg Advanced 75-80kg 35.0cl #PU58C3 5'8″ x 22″ x 2 1/2″ (173 x 55.8 x 6.35 cm) Intermediate 75-80kg Advanced 80-85kg 36.7cl #PU59C3 5'9″ x 22 1/4″ x 2 9/16" (175 x 56.5 x 6.5 cm) Intermediate 80-85kg Advanced 85-90kg 38.6cl POLYESTER Center Stringer ¥130,000 (excluding tax) / ¥136,500 (excluding tax) Choose one of the board materials from "COUCH POTATO" I want to try riding it! I want to make it my board!!! If you thought so, Please call 03-3732-5532 or apply using the form below. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/contact.html Please feel free to contact us before booking to discuss the appropriate size. The COUCH POTATO model is currently experiencing explosive popularity and has just arrived in Japan, fresh and newly made. Both board materials are in specs that have never been available before, so don't miss out!
Learn moreNishii's impressions after using FCS's "ORIGIN" for three rounds
I have actually started using FCS's "ORIGIN" fin system. My impressions after using it for 3 rounds: It's great. Even though the fins are small, it drives really well. This is because the ORIGIN plug is designed so that the entire base of the fin is stored inside the board. We believe this is because the power of the turn can be transmitted directly to the fin, and the area of the roving section (the shape of the base of the fin when the on-fin is raised) allows the water flow to be sent smoothly to the rear, resulting in extremely little drag. It allows you to turn tighter (inside) than the regular FCS fin system, You can turn forward with large turns, so you can ride with the feeling that the board has a wider range of motion. I can confidently recommend it, so please give it a try. The SUB-SCORCHER2 board with Origin fins is now in stock and ready to ride! Size lineup and detailed images of each size >>Click here For more details on the SUB-SCORCHER 2 model, click here. "BEACH BUGGY" boards with Origin fins are now in stock and ready to ride! Size lineup and detailed images of each size >>Click here For more details on the "BEACH BUGGY" model, click here.
Learn moreCheck out these two short films produced by Kolohe and Carissa's sponsor, TARGET.
Check out these two short films produced by Kolohe and Carissa's sponsor, TARGET. 1. Get to know the mind of Kolohe Andino. Target presents a new series starring Kolohe Andino, directed by skater Steve Berra. It's called The Way Up, and it's incredibly good. Through his vivid memories, we learn how he became who he is today. And I know exactly what my goals are going to be going forward. Of course, there's some great riding too. [youtube]http://youtu.be/iAv7tvTL92A[/youtube] 2. Carissa Moore from the series The Way Up Carissa Moore is a World Champion and one of the most powerful women's surfers on tour. Carissa is a surfer who has ushered in a new wave of girls' performance surfing. And every time you see her, her surfing just gets better. What made her so amazing? Where did she come from? Take a look at this short movie through the magic of condensed digital camera footage. [youtube]http://youtu.be/b6RyD1lHsTA[/youtube]
Learn moreTake a look at the test drive event held today at Kugenuma Beach in Shonan.
We gathered at 6am this morning and set up a total of 40 LOST & Placebo test boards. We lined up the boards in preparation for the start at 8am. Install 40 fins. Staff from other manufacturers and the organizers, Murasaki, helped out efficiently. This is what it looks like when the fins are installed before test rides arrive. The flag is set up and the set is complete. Looking from the sea side, it looked like this and there were many other manufacturers there as well. Kugenuma Beach around noon. The waves were good and the weather was nice, so many people were enjoying surfing. Those who have tried all sizes of TITAN and compared them, Those who have been aiming to ride only new models such as SUB-SCORCHER2, It was crowded, so some people had experienced the rumored super fast takeoff, This 5'4" COUCH POTATO was very popular. The waves are waist-high like this. Everyone was seriously trying out different boards to decide which one to ride next. Of course, you can also apply FU WAX as much as you like. If you are using it for the first time, you can experience the difference in performance between the 3D grip and other waxes. They were surprised. The BEACH BUGGY was a popular new model for test rides by people who ride the SUB-DRIVER or SUB-SCORCHER. After all, this board COUCH POTATO is not a thick board, Everyone takes off quickly, but when it starts moving they give their feedback. Everyone who tried it gave this COUCH POTATO rave reviews. The BEACH BUGGY model is very popular. Nishii also recommends that you try out the CORK board at least once. Mr. Sugiyama from the Chigasaki store was attracting attention with his 5'8" TABLET. After test riding it, this person said, "This board is magic. Please sell it to me." The COUCH POTATO was so popular that people had to line up to get on it. And it has the take-off performance that rivals the long-distance LOST ORCA model, which was developed specifically for Shonan. It has been well received because anyone can experience the ability to ride waves all the way to the inside. To all the customers who came to the test ride event today, the event staff, and the various board manufacturers, Thank you for your hard work!!
Learn moreJohn John's 10P ride proves the 3D absorption effect of FU WAX!
The WCT Oakley Pro started at Keramas in Bali the day before yesterday. In round 2, Brett Simpson had bad luck with no waves at all, and was eliminated due to an incomplete performance. He showed good surfing, Kolohe Andino was also unexpectedly defeated in round 2 today. The next match is at Teahupo'o so let's do our best. I hope he does well in the upcoming WCT at LOWERS in September. He looks to be in good shape riding a MAYHEM board. Taji is still winning, so please support him. Then, John John, who had just returned from injury, did a single air on the first day, just like Kelly. It was awarded 10 points, and people are already saying that it's all thanks to "FUWAX." It's not only very tall, but also has incredible sideways jumps. Here is John John's riding, which proves the 3D effect of the high-performance ``FUWAX.'' If you haven't seen it yet, and even if you have already seen it, please take another look. Even when the board is upright in the air, it stays attached to your feet. [youtube]http://youtu.be/V_p9z6rgDzg[/youtube]
Learn moreWinner! Kei Kobayashi wins the NSSA State National Championship!
Recently, on Father's Day Sunday, in Salt Creek, California NSSA State National Championships Luvsurf team, currently in great form, Kei Kobayashi (Kei Kobayashi) has entered This year, we came in first place from the first round to the finals! In the finals, he came in second place and won the individual championship with a huge combo score!!! Kei is a member of the surf team at Shorecliffs Middle School in San Clemente. First, to be on the school varsity team, you need to be part of a surf club and make the varsity team. It is a prestigious junior high school in California that has won the national title for 10 consecutive years. Alumni include such notable members as the Godarcus Brothers of San Clemente and Kolohe Andino. This marks Shorecliff Middle School's 10th consecutive victory. That just goes to show how strong San Clemente's junior and senior high schools are. The competition is the NSSA State National Championship and is attended by surf teams from schools across the United States. The classes are divided into university, high school, and junior high school, and determine the best in the United States. It's a national tournament held once a year in Salt Creek. Each heat will consist of six people and they will be ranked from 1st to 6th. It's a knockout tournament where the first place gets 6 points, the second place gets 5 points, and the sixth place gets 1 point. In the end, the school with the most points will be the team winner. This match is also a team competition, and it is an opportunity to bond with friends, communicate with coaches, Each year, the pride of each school is at stake, and the matches are filled with heated and dramatic battles. He is also very happy that he was able to win this year, which is his last year as a junior high school student before graduating! Masaki, the father who was watching and cheering on his son, commented that it was the best Father's Day ever! Congratulations Katsura!
Learn moreAs expected, the quad allows for a looser board turn at the top, which Nishii preferred over the TRI.
The previous model of COUCH POTATO, the blue one, is a bottom feeder. The yellow model currently under development is a limited edition for the new Japan market, and features a tapered tail that tapers from the side fins. You can clearly see that it's an outline. I tried out the MAYHEM SURFINZ fins in a quad set. As expected, the quad had a looser board turn at the top, which Nishii preferred over the TRI. The nose of the yellow one is also thinner than the white one. At the LOST surfboard factory, we saw some boards that had been shaped for professional surfers for the US Open at the end of July, so take a look. Nate Iyoman has the 6'1" WHIPLASH-TB and the 6'0" V2. Both of Evan Geiselman's rods were the 5'11" WHIPLASH-TB models. All four Julian models are F1-STUB models, ranging in size from 5'11.5" to 6'1". Brad Simpson was the 6'1" WHIPLASH-TB model. Kolohe not only ordered his usual DRIVER, but also a 6'1" F1-STB. A back view of Johnny calmly lapping his board at Lost Surfboard. These are four boards by Ian Walsh. This is Cory's board that will be sent to Florida. This is the 6'1" and 6'2" WHIPLASH-TB model.
Learn moreCheck out the prototype board of the new Japan-exclusive model currently under development.
This is a prototype board currently in development, shaped by Mayhem for testing purposes. With a semi-rounded nose and squashed tail outline, this board has thin rails. The rail shape feels one size thinner from nose to tail. The base is the US version of the LAYZYBOY, which can ride larger waves than the COUCH POTATO. This is the bigger brother board of CP that offers more driving than the COUCH POTATO. At 5'5" and 26.5cl, it can be said to be an adult board with buoyancy similar to the COUCH POTATO. Completely different from the CP, this board has rocker similar to the SUB-SCOCHER and SUB-DRIVER. The nose rocker also prevents pearling when taking off from a pocket of a large wave like this. It's designed to be thin, although it's hard to tell from the photo. Of course, I also applied FUWAX BASE to this, and it looked like this. Create a fine, even base coat layer, Apply FU WAX WARM and finish by applying it until it forms threads like this, being careful not to apply too much. I set up the AUROLA CHARGER fins as a tri-fin set. Certainly, the turn is extended normally like a slightly shorter SUB type shortboard, Although it's not quite as good as the COUCH POTATO, it retains its paddle performance and is easy and fast to take off. I wanted to adjust the size and make it a little narrower to improve mobility. For a width of 20", 5'5" seems like a good length, but it might be better to narrow the width and make it another inch longer. Nishii's high performance regular boards are 5'10~5'9", SUB series: 5'7" to 5'8" RNF type: 5'4" COUCH PTATO is 5'2". QUAD seems fine too, so I'll continue testing.
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