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We asked photographer Masuda to take the photos, and today Nishii also went surfing and took photos.
This morning's UPPER. There's a little wind, but the waves are still beautiful. We asked photographer Masuda to take the photos for Show's "SHORT ROUND." Nishii also went surfing today and had his photo taken. The other day, I removed the old FU WAX and polished it to a shine. Introducing the CONQUEST EL-DIABLO EFC by HydroFlex , a model for men aged 40 and over, available exclusively in Japan. Once you remove the FU WAX , you can see the damage to the board. I've been riding it quite a few times since this summer and nothing has broken. EFC by HydroFlex is strong!! This is where the aerial photography drone "Luvsurf" is hovering. This is a photo of the Luvsurf filming Shou walking. The weather has been unstable recently, with cloudy and sunny skies, The waves were better today than yesterday. LOST Surfboards had boards prepared for the trade show "AGENDA" in early January. In the foreground is a beautifully colored board with FCS2 specifications, the popular "V2-SB" model, which is also popular in Japan! I'm checking out the video that was filmed today with Shou. On the opposite wall is a photo of Andy Irons, who has been a big fan of Mayhem since he was a kid, riding a LOST Mayhem board. Nishii will be flying back to Japan tomorrow afternoon and will have his final meeting with Sho. I wished all the LOST staff a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! It's that time of year already! Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreWe photographed SHAW riding the LOST "SHORT ROUND" model at "UPPER Trestles."
Today we went to "UPPER Trestles" to shoot with SHAW, who rides a SHORT ROUND model. We race down the mountain on our bicycles, fully loaded with luggage. There is a river in "UPPER Trestles" that flows into the sea during the spring thaw. They fly a drone and wait for "Shou" to arrive on the beach. My drone aerial photography skills are still beginner level, but I managed to capture a few surfing videos. "Shou" brought two brand new "SHORT ROUND" models. Allen, the style master of the NECK TANS team, will also be joining us for the shoot today. I rode about 10 waves on my first board, "Shou" is able to easily change to a second fin using "FCS II" fins. After finishing the shoot, we visited Catalyst, the glass factory that makes LOST surfboards. It rained heavily last night, but the wind died down in the morning and I was able to take some photos. There was an offshore wind this afternoon which prevented us from taking photos, but we plan to do it again tomorrow! Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreWe asked Mayhem to tell us more about their explosively popular album "SHORT ROUND."
This is the rack where shaped boards are stored inside the LOST surfboard factory. Blanks are separated by material because each material is glassed in a different factory. This is the EFC HydroFlex board before shaping. Because it has a red card, it is immediately obvious that it is a custom-order board from Japan, even when lined up next to another board. At Love Surf, we receive custom order boards from dealers across the country. In this way, we create illustration data according to the customer's specifications, We attach it to the order form so that anyone can easily understand it. EFC HydroFlex is the most popular material for custom-ordered boards in Japan. It has now surpassed the PU to become the second most popular model after the ever-popular "XTR-FX." At Mayhem's office, we delved deeper into the design of "SHORT ROUND," which has become a huge hit in Japan. I learned about board design. The two boards were just finished being shaped by Mayhem for "SHAW". This is the "SHORT ROUND" model. There's also a Kolohe "SHORT ROUND" leaning against the back. This PC screen shows a 3D image of the finished board that was designed for the AKU machine to cut from the blanks. You can look at the board from various angles just like you're looking at the real thing. I think you'll understand why LOST surfboards are so fun to ride. By utilizing the latest digital technology, we are constantly improving the digital data of the Magic Board. The Magic Board is evolving day by day. The already good models are getting even better. From WCT surfers to weekend sand surfers, the company is influencing surfboard design around the world and leading the way. This is because Mayhem is very enthusiastic about research. Today, we are talking about Mayhem and surfboards, and the reason we are able to make surfboards like this is because I told him that it was all thanks to our customers who are LOST surfboard fans! Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreA report from LOST in San Clemente, California!
A report from LOST in San Clemente, California! The boards being sent to Japan on the final flight of the year are packed in a box. This is SHAW at work, securing the lid of a box with an air gun. EFC was ordered through this custom order. Your board is now complete and will be delivered before the end of the year! This is the custom order board that I received a production request for with the XTR-FX. It is now complete and will be airlifted and delivered before the end of the year. The shipping process for LOST surfboards is as follows: The new SHAW SHORT ROUND size remains the same at 5'0". It's really small compared to Johnny's big body. This is a custom order board that we recently received from you all, and we are very grateful for it. All orders have been placed with LOST. We will now begin production, so please wait a while until the items are completed. Why not try a custom order that is unique to LOST? Next year, the price of imported boards and surf goods will increase due to the weak yen, so we recommend placing a custom order before the price increase. I highly recommend it! Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreIntroducing a new board for riding in good wave conditions in Nishii!
Introducing a new board for riding in good wave conditions in Nishii! It is an all-green resin color with a round pintail. The board is made of POLYESTER and the model is WHIPLASH-TB. Of course, the fins are tri-fins and FCSII. Board dimensions: 5'9.5" X 18.38 X 2.25"X 25.23CL The regular size of Nishii's current normal high performance boards is 5'8". So it's 1.5 inches longer. This is the board you need when riding bigger waves than usual. Even if it's not a set, it's a special point with overhead size and power, so it's for riding on waves that can be dug up. It is rarely seen in Japan, I ride it when the waves are like this. The clear board in this photo is the same model LOST "WHIPLASH-TB" and is 5'10". Used board for sale! What's more, the LOST "WHIPLASH-TB" models in 5'9" and 5'10", which are great for waves like these, are now available for 50% off for a limited time. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/store/category/item/itemgenre/sale-corner/xmassale/ Don't miss this!! First come, first served! Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn morePart 3! "3D Glasses Explanation" LOST Japan Exclusive "EFC" by HydroFlex
"3D Glasses Explanation" LOST Japan Exclusive "EFC" by HydroFlex Richie, CEO of HydroFlex in Oceanside, California, explains: This is a video explaining the Hydro 3D Glass of the LOST "EFC" by HydroFlex board, which is sold exclusively by LOST Japan via custom order. A normal surfboard has a flat layer of glass on top of the foam. Hydroflex's special technology penetrates the foam from above to inside. The glass that looks like Bond is called Hydro 3D Glass. The board will remain strong for a long time and maintain the same flex performance as when it was new. It's as light as a pro surfer's board and has a similar ride feel to a POLY. This board material is like a dream come true, with a strong glass section without compromising flex performance. The waterproof foam "EFC" and Hydroflex's special 3D glass technology will create the strongest surfboard ever! Now, please take a look at the video explaining the 3D glasses. https://vimeo.com/111732371 We are currently accepting custom orders for the "EFC" by HydroFlex board, sold exclusively in LOST Japan. Please consider ordering a custom model from EFC by HydroFlex. luvsurf.co.jp/board/custom_order.html Please see this page for application methods and procedures for custom orders. The colors and types of marks that can be used on the board are also listed. Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreAmazing cover shot! Kolohe Andino, US SURFING MAGAZINE
Here's a super high early loop air that got Kolohe the cover shot. The waves in Portugal are big enough. The board I'm riding is a 6'0" LOST DRIVER model. I've never seen an early loop air make that is this expensive. Moreover, as you will see in the video that you will watch, After a deep barrel ride on some decent sized waves! If you were to perform this early loop air alone in the WCT, you would definitely get a perfect score of 10. Opinion leader CJ Hobgood said this was the "best single wave!" ↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓Now, let's take a look at this amazing "Best Single Wave". ↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓ https://vimeo.com/113876741 By the way, this board was painted by Mayhem's daughter, Rylah. Posted by Luvsurf .
Learn moreNew Luvsurf TV: LOST 『SUB-BUGGY』 Coco HO Coco Ho 2014 @ BELLS BEACH AUS
Luvsurf TV : LOST 『SUB-BUGGY』 Coco HO Coco Ho 2014 @ BELLS BEACH AUS Rider: Coco HO "Coco Ho" Board used: LOST MAYHEM "SUB-BUGGY" POLYESTER FILM & EDIT: TABRIGADE FILM This is a collection of riding clips of Coco Ho, filmed at the WCT event held in Bells Beach, Australia in 2014. "Coco" said that this wave seems difficult to ride because of backwash. Observe the waves carefully, calmly predict the movement of the waves, go down to the bottom and make one bottom turn, or divide it into two to get the timing right, and ride it well. Please use this as a model. The LOST "SUB-BUGGY" model has thin rails, so the board responds well, The biggest feature is that the rider's intentions are reflected directly on the board. In this video, Coco is shown many times to be able to smoothly rail and perform cutback turns even in thick waves that don't dig up. The "SUB-BUGGY" model is a high-performance model that works well even on curls where the waves are breaking from the other side, as you can see! Now, let's take a look at Coco's riding. [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/114205698[/vimeo] The special page featuring the ready-to-ride "SUB-BUGGY" model stockboard is http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/sub-buggy/sub-buggy Here it is! Please take a look. Posted by Luvsurf .
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