Blog
First 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!
Learn moreToday we will also be joined by Chris Ward, also known as WARD, who rides two Placebo models!
It was a nice day with no strong winds until the evening. Today I went to LOWERS with a new model of Presebo. Since the Lancer Evolution is a Japan-only model, Nate Illemans, who loves RNF, was also very interested and came over to check it out. CHUCKY liked the TABLET2 and was excited to ride it again today! Shaw showed off his sharp surfing skills by targeting only the set waves with his Lost Driver model. HIROKI seemed to have a good impression of the "TITAN" model during his test ride. Today we will also be joined by Chris Ward, also known as WARd! The board is a Lancer Evolution and the fins are QUAD Ward Five. The wax is, of course, FU WAX! Like everyone else, he no longer uses any other wax. Chucky was also riding the recently completed TAJ model. Next to him is LOST's in-house videographer, Joe Alani. Masato is practicing with the SUB-SCORCHER2 today as well, with the contest in mind. Masato caught the most waves of the day. Chris Ward's TITAN model makes him stand out in the ocean and on the beach. He showed off some amazing power surfing skills. Nishii recorded the riders' riding on video, so please look forward to it being released!
Learn moreToday's ARNETTE contest venue was packed with people riding LOST surfboards.
At dawn, we headed to New Port Beach. The Luvsurf team will be competing in a contest hosted by ARNETTE. The reason for arriving at the venue early was This is because PRO Masato Yukawa, who is currently staying in California, is trying to get one of the few remaining same-day entry slots. There were already a few people in line, but Chucky was at the front!! It's BEACH BUGGY ! The contest was held on either yesterday or today, when the waves looked good, and there was no entry fee. The rules were that the person who came in first in their heat would receive $50. There are two classes: Under 16 and PRO & AM. Kei decided to advance to the NSSA finals yesterday, and today he participated in this contest and passed the first round in first place. After getting the $50, he canceled the rest and went to the final venue on C-STREET, where he came in third place. Of course, the wax is FU WAX. Found a MAYHEM sticker! He's Placebo. The venue for today's ARNETTE contest was packed with people riding LOST surfboards. Shaw, riding the F1-STUB, won the first round and got $50, but lost the second round and came in fourth. MASATO, riding SUB-SCORCHER2 , looked to be in first place after the first round, but he ended up in a surprising fourth place.
Learn more