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There will be a test drive event and chilled "FU WAX" at Nakazato Beach in Kita-Chiba.

We have a large stock of items from "CALIFORNIA" now in stock! Check out the stock boards in the store!

"We would like to inform you of the days and times that Nishii is working at the shop." June 24th (Monday) 14:00-21:00 June 25th (Tue) 14:00-21:00 Absent on Wednesday, June 26th June 27th (Thu) 14:00-21:00 June 28th (Fri) 14:00-21:00 June 29th (Sat) 14:00-21:00 June 30th (Sun) 14:00-20:00 July 1st (Monday) 14:00-21:00 July 2nd (Tue) 14:00-21:00 Absent on Wednesday, July 3rd July 4th (Thu) 14:00-21:00 July 5th (Fri) 14:00-21:00 July 6th (Sat) 14:00-21:00 July 7th (Monday) 14:00-21:00 July 8th (Tue) 14:00-21:00 Luvsurf Opening Hours weekdays 12:00-21:00 Sundays and public holidays 14:00-20:00 == ... To avoid overlapping with other customers during your consultation time, we would appreciate it if you could let us know if you are planning to visit us. If you live far away and would like to order by mail order, and would like to discuss your next board, http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/contact.html Please feel free to contact us using this form. == ... A huge spring shipment has arrived from LOST in San Clemente, CALIFORNIA! Love Surf now has over 300 stockboards in store! "V2-ROCKET" "SUB-DRIVER-JP" "RNF-EVOLUTION" These three models are cork boards with only one stock board in each size! It's flexible, light, and strong. Nishii recommends it. Give it a try. It's fast. It's fast. I guarantee it's a great ride! Arctic's marble color foam version of the "RNF-EVOLUTION" model is running low! The XTR V-FLEX specification of the FISHQUEST2 is thinner than the same model from Placebo, so it is characterized by its lighter movement! The "V2-ROCKET" model is available in a variety of colors, from clear to colored boards! The rapidly growing popular "COUCH POTATO" is a fun board. (It's a secret, but it takes off quickly.) This model is known for its fast takeoff! The ORCA is best ridden in small, crowded waves. The takeoff glide is unbeatable against the weak longboard! If you're surfing, the SUB-DRIVER-JP model is the perfect choice. A comfortable thruster for older guys who want to rip and feel refreshed! LOST's "FISHQUEST2" XTR 3D CARBOLIC model is thicker and more buoyant than the Placebo model, It is designed for smaller waves than Placebo's FISHQUEST2 model, and the paddle moves even faster and it starts running easier. The CONQUEST , made of XTR's high-end material, 3D CARBOLIC, has the same shape and design as the Placebo TABLET. Like the FQ2, it is thick enough that even heavier riders can ride it without any problems, and the paddle moves even faster for takeoff. Unfortunately, production of "RIPQUEST" has been discontinued at Placebo, but it is still available at LOST!!! There are no more gaps in the surfboard racks in the store! We are also constantly receiving new used boards !!! There are many bargains that have not yet been posted on the website! If you're a surfer, just looking at it will be fun, so it's definitely worth checking out to see if there are any boards you can ride. There are plenty more in the store next door, so don't miss out! The SUB-SCORCHER2 model has been highly praised by LOST professional riders both in Japan and abroad. The most popular model of 2013, with many saying they want to ride it, is the "BEACH BUGGY." Since it's Taji's model, at first glance it might seem like a difficult model, but that's not the case. Look at the wide tail and outline - this board is perfect for rough beach breaks. This WHIPLASH-TB model is a sensitive, high-performance board with sharp movements. It's a really cool shape design. This is the "DRIVER" model, which has a bit of buoyancy and volume to give you peace of mind. Clear stock boards are also available! We have a large stock of " Placebo " in stock after Golden Week, and we have all models and sizes! Some sizes have sold out and are so popular that we can't keep up with production. If you would like to compare the actual boards before purchasing, please come and visit us. At Lovesurf, we have an incredible range of stockboards to choose from, with a wide range of models to suit your needs and level. Please feel free to come and talk to us about your next surfboard. All our staff look forward to seeing you!

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"No one will believe it at first, but you should try it," Kolohe said.

Some high-end and adventurous surfers have secret waxes they don't want anyone to know about. When Taj Burrow returned to his hometown of Sydney from the Billabong Pro Brazil in May, The feature wasn't about the runner-up trophy she received in Rio, but about overweight baggage on an airplane. He flew from Brazil to Australia and brought back about 20 kilograms of wax. (Each FU WAX is 75 grams, so that's about 260 pieces!) He now has enough of the secret wax to last him forever. Taj learned about this secret wax from Kolohe Andino and became obsessed. Then, one by one, the secret spread to his friends, and Nat won the Cold Water Classic in Santa Cruz, He gave a passionate speech about the wax. Luke Davis told Kolohe, who didn't know the secret yet. "This is seriously damn amazing! This is the best surf wax I've ever used in the world!" Kolohe ignored Luke's assertion, "This is so fucking amazing! Your wax sucks." That is, until Brazilian surfer Wiggoly Dantos stayed with Kolohe during a Trestles tournament. Wiggory suggested Kolohe try it, and when he did, Kolohe was shocked. "Oh my gosh! I should have listened to Luke sooner. I'm in love with this. It feels like I have traction on my forefoot," Kolohe remembers of his first experience. Is Brazilian wax really that good? "No one will believe it at first." Taj emailed me from Brazil saying, "Where can I buy that wax? I want some of that awesome stuff." "This wax is like a drug. You should try it," Kolohe said. Taj, like many other pro surfers on the tour, used to use Sex Wax (Quick Humps) all the time, but his style has changed. When I asked Brazilian surfer Adriano de Souza, he said casually, "I use hard Sex wax as a base and then Brazilian wax on top. That's the best." He said it wasn't anything to make a big fuss about. Jamie O'Brien reportedly laughed off "their silly wax theory". Jamie told me about the time he saw Evan Geiselman waxing a board and then changing it for another block of wax mid-way through. "Evan picked up another block of wax and looked at me funny as he was applying it, and I said, 'What's with that silly look on your face?' And he said to me, 'It's a secret.'" Do you want it? It's called "FU WAX." It's a little hard to find. How do you create the perfect wax traction? 1. Draw crosses (X marks) all over the board using FU BASE or hard SEX wax. 2. Gently rub the product from the front of the front legs to the tail until small beads form. 3. Switch to FU Wax 4. Apply the wax flat (old school style) and watch as the fibers appear, the grip develops and the wax comes to life. 5. Your surfing demonstrates what's possible in the ocean. FU-san handcrafted these pieces in Brazil, Now, even WCT players, including Kelly, are captivated by this. Get the amazing 3D grip here! http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/store/11847/

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New Luvsurf TV:LOST “SUB-SCORCHER2” Koji Nishii

Luvsurf TV:LOST “SUB-SCORCHER2” Koji Nishii Rider: Koji Nishii Board used: LOST 5'7" SUB-SCORCHER2 FILM :Hayato Masuda EDIT：TABRIGADE FILM The SUB-SCORCHER2 model is a new beach break board developed by Mayhem in collaboration with Kolohe Andino, designed to move around in small knee- to waist-sized waves. The available sizes are shorter and slightly wider than the "F1-STUB" and "DRIVER". The thickness of the board extends to the nose and tail, Even when riding small, powerless beach break waves, the board has excellent propulsion and allows for high-speed surfing. The super swallow tail and double wings bite into the wave surface, making it easy to perform sensitive initial turns. The rocker is generally flat, but the nose rocker curves up about 30cm from the tip. This board has a wide, thick, and rockered design with a pointed nose that allows you to ride it like a fish board. It is designed for small waves, so it fits well with the wave conditions in Japan. The shape of the board is so high-speed that you can imagine it just by looking at it. The highly popular SUB-SCORHER 2 model, which was sold out for a while until recently, is now fully listed on our website. We have just received new stock, so please take a look and choose from a wide range of sizes. Click here for the newly arrived size lineup for the LOST "SUB-SCORHER2" model and detailed images of each size. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/sub-scorcher2 Check out the video of Nishii riding the super popular SUB-SCORHER2 model. [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/64088320[/vimeo]

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New Luvsurf TV: LOST “DRIVER” POLYESTER Koji Nishii

Luvsurf TV:LOST “DRIVER” POLYESTER Koji Nishii Rider: Koji Nishii Board used: LOST 5'9" 『DRIVER』 POLYESTER FILM: Hayato Masuda EDIT: TABRIGADE FILM This is a high-performance model from Mayhem that can be ridden safely even by people who are a little overweight. When compared at the same dimensions (size), the F1-STUB has more buoyancy than the WHPLASH-TB, another high-performance model. The DRIVER model has even more buoyancy than the F1-STUB model. There isn't much difference between these three models, but they are all capable of handling waves that require buoyancy, so Julian's board selection, which he uses in conjunction with the F1-STUB, is a good example to follow. Nishii often rode the first generation Super Swallowtail model released by DRIVER in 2011 during the winter season of 2011-12, and the second generation Squashtail during the winter season of 2012-13. The buoyancy of the DRIVER helped to cover my weight, even though I was wearing a semi-dry suit, and I was able to surf comfortably. This board is best designed for those who need a little more buoyancy than the F1-STUB. == ... LOST "DRIVER" model size lineup and detailed images of each size >>Click here http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/models/lost/driver == ... The "DRIVER" model is now available in a wide range of board sizes! == ... Now, please enjoy the video of Nishii riding "DRIVER"!! [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/59458077[/vimeo]

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New Luvsurf TV: LOST 『F1-STUB』 Masato Yukawa

Luvsurf TV: LOST 『F1-STUB』 Masato Yukawa Rider: Masato Yukawa Board used: LOST 5'11" 『F1-STUB』 POLYESTER FILM: Hayato Masuda & Koji Nishii EDIT: TABRIGADE FILM During the winter season of 2013, I stayed in California for about two months and did surf training. During that time, I visited a beach break called Salt Creek, This riding video was taken at a surf spot called Northside Pier in San Clemente. The outline is wider than the WHIPLASH-TB model, but thinner than the BEACH BUGGY and SUB-DRIVER. Try to imitate the action of using your long arms and legs to twist the board on both the front and back sides, turn and lip, and return the board quickly. He's timing it well with the wave to gain speed before the frontside air and aim for the air. Please take a look at the movement of the board as it rises onto the backside shield, as you can clearly see that the ``F1-STUB'' model has the performance required for competitors. Developed by Julian Wilson and MAYEHM, it is still used by many team riders today. The F1-STUB model is recommended for competition-oriented surfers who require quick movements. == ... As we are currently in the run-up to Golden Week, we have a large stock of the "F1-STUB" model boards in stock! If you're planning on riding during Golden Week, you still have time! == ... LOST "F1-STUB" Polyester Carbon Tail Patch SQUASH TAIL TAIL/3FIN-POWER BASE FIN Size lineup and detailed images of each size >>Click here == ... The "F1-STUB" model is now available in a wide range of boards! == ... Now, please enjoy the riding video of PRO Masato Yukawa riding the "F1-STUB"!! [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/64203403[/vimeo]

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"FU WAX" is gaining popularity! The long-awaited WARM and TROPICAL are now in stock!

FU WAX now in stock! The long-awaited "FU WAX" WARM and TROPICAL are now in stock! WARM and TROPICAL styles for the upcoming season have arrived for the first time. Just like last time, this item is handmade, so we only have a small quantity in stock! Even professional surfers in Japan come to Love Surf to buy in bulk because of its comfort and 3D suction performance. Among them are top pros who are sponsored by other manufacturers. Unlike previous waxes, you only need to apply a small amount, so it can be used over and over again, making it economical. Haven't tried it yet? Buy it now before it sells out. The man in the blue T-shirt is Fuad Mansur, also known as FU, the only person in the world who can make this high-performance 3D wax. Advertisement for US Ghetto Magazine! We have completed shipping today to surf shops across the country that have placed orders for FU WAX. It's easy to find a shop that sells FU WAX! Just look for the "Available" sign in front of the store! This is an advertisement that will appear in Surfing Life magazine, on sale May 10th. More and more surfers around the world are experiencing the quality of FU WAX and realizing they no longer want to surf with old waxes! http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/store/11847/ To go with the newly arrived WARM and TROPICAL colors, we now also have COOL and COLD colors available, which you can purchase here.

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New Luvsurf TV: LOST "BEACH BUGGY" Chucky Rigano

Luvsurf TV: LOST "BEACH BUGGY" Chucky Rigano Rider: Chucky Rigano Board used: Placebo 5'10" "BEACH BUGGY" POLYESTER FILM :Hayato Masuda EDIT：TABRIGADE FILM In 2012, Tajibarou led the team to victory in the World Tour, and in order to meet the strong demands of competition-oriented users, Ride on MAYHEM's latest beach buggy, released by Lost Surfboards in 2013. This is a riding movie of Chucky. This model is a beach break board that can be ridden without losing speed even on rough waves. Of course, as you'd expect from Taji's model, the performance is world-class, supporting everything from airs to turns. Chucky seems to be having a great time riding this newly completed BEACH BUGGY model. The movements are faster than usual, with each turn taking on a big, sharp speed. We recommend riding the board with a maximum width wider than a regular board and a length 1 to 2 inches shorter. == ... "BEACH BUGGY" We are currently in the run up to Golden Week, so we have just received a large stock of boards! == ... LOST "BEACH BUGGY" Polyester Carbon Tail Patch SQUASH TAIL TAIL/3FIN-FCS/ Includes three FCS GMB Green Flex fins ¥130,000 (excluding tax) / ¥136,500 (including tax) Size lineup and detailed images of each size >>Click here == ... The new 2013 model "BEACH BUGGY" is now available with a wide selection of boards to choose from! == ... So, that Check out this video of Chucky riding a "BEACH BUGGY"! [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/64295926[/vimeo]

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This is a report on "An ordinary middle-aged surfer tries out the new super small wave model."

Among the 2013 models from Lost and Presebo, there are several that claim to be designed for super-small waves. However, we asked our customer, Mr. N, to write a report on how they perform when ridden by non-professionals. We hope you will find it informative, so please read on. ========================================================= Hello. I'm a weekend surfer in my 50s, weighing just under 70kg and feeling a bit out of shape. Last year, my main boards were the Tablet 5'8" and the Fish Quest II 5'6". The Tablet 5'8" was a great board, and I was able to board the Uluwatu, which is a Japanese size and is head-over-head-and-a-half. However, I wanted something even more comfortable, so I started riding the Fish Quest II last fall, and it also had a fast takeoff and was fun... but the other day, I saw the Couch Potato Poly 5'4" in a shop and fell in love at first sight. After riding it a few times, I thought, "This is an incredible board. It has the fastest takeoff of any board I've ever ridden," and then I got the news that the Raise Orca 5'8" I had reserved had arrived. I immediately went to ride them and compare them. I called out to Hiroki, a Love Surf rider, and he said, "I've never ridden these two models before, so I'd like to try them out," so we met up at the location. The plan was for me to test ride Hiroki's Titan 5'9", but when I got there, the wave report said the waves were super small, with "thick shins, knees, and sometimes waist-high waves." What's more, it was super crowded, and it was not a situation where an old guy like me could ride on a regular board, so I gave up. So, let's compare the three models including the 5'8" tablet: Tablet 5'8" 5'8" x 19 3/4" x 2 1/2 30.74cl Couch potato 5'4" 5'4" x 21" x 2 5/16" 30.7cl Ray's Orca 5'8" 5'8" x 20" x 2 3/8" 31.43cl All three have the same cl value of around 30 and have almost the same buoyancy. Comparing the Couch Potato and the Raise Orca, the Couch Potato is plumper and wider. The one with the thinnest rails is Ray's Orca After discussing it, Hiroki decided to try being a couch potato first. Of course, FU・WAX is used. Just apply a thin layer and you're good to go! "The Couch Potato has an extremely fast takeoff, followed by the Rays Orca." Hiroki entered the crowded small waves and immediately started riding them like crazy. Vertical lips with a 360-degree swirl. After taking off and accelerating, it spins 360 degrees, leaving us watching from the outside with our mouths wide open. Apparently he's recently gotten back up to 68kg, but he's taking off from barely breaking. "This is crazy. This is illegal. The takeoff is so fast it's deadly. No paddle needed. And it moves like crazy." "Right, right, right, right?" There are a lot of old-fashioned people who think that the longer the board, the faster the takeoff, but in fact the length doesn't matter that much. Buoyancy is important, but balance is more important,' says Hiroki Sensei (who was promoted to a teacher at this point). Hiroki Sensei and the couch potato seemed to have killed everyone around and were the center of attention. Incidentally, later, without my knowledge, another friend posted the photo on his blog and wrote, "A skilled surfer was riding an amazing board." Lol It hits you with a lip that's so airy that all your fins come off, in knee-high waves. The other day I was on a brand new Rays Orca 5'8". The outline is slim and there's no discomfort when paddling. It seems like it would be easy to switch from a tablet. However, there's basically almost no rocker so takeoff is ridiculously quick, but I think it requires a bit of skill in big, dug waves. This one also takes off quickly. Obviously faster than a tablet. The buoyancy is much less than the Fish Quest 5'6", and it feels thinner. The Dolphin is easy. After about 30 minutes, we changed boards. This time, Hiroki-sensei was on a Rays Orca. He took off even from a face that was barely standing up. And then the lip!! It was a quad setting, but the instructor said, "Tri might be better. However, even with a quad, if you put weight firmly on the tail, you'll get a solid feel." He also said firmly, "This is a cheating board." Comparing only takeoff, the two of them had the following opinions: Couch > Ray's Orca = Fish Quest 2 > Tablet That's correct. Yes. As mentioned above, the Raise Orca 5'8" has an outline similar to a tablet so it feels natural. It is particularly great in slow, powerless waves. It starts off noticeably faster than a tablet, so it's fine even in crowded waves. The Couch Potato is great for taking off, but it's very short, so those not used to very short boards may be taken aback at first. It can also be a little scary when the waves get to head height. You can ride it, but it feels like there's nothing under your feet... and it moves around a lot. The Raise Orca isn't a board that moves in a quick, haphazard way, it's more like skating. "The best all-around surfboard is a tablet. For ultra-small waves, it's best to choose one that suits your skill level and the waves." After discussing with Hiroki, I thought about it from an old man's perspective. 1. The best all-around device for beginners is the tablet or now the tablet 2. 2. If you are worried about a short board in a wave that is not deep enough, try the Raise Orca. 3. Couch Potatoes are well-balanced and can ride incredibly well, but you need to get used to the short length. According to Hiroki-sensei, the key to riding a short board is to "put your weight firmly on your back foot and push off." It's fine for your back foot to have your heel sticking out of the deck pad. This results in a wider stance. He said that if you put weight on your front foot with a short board, the board will sink and you'll just end up going sideways. I learned a lot. Next time, I'd like to do a report on Titan in good waves. ========================================================= I think the "comparison of the three models as ordinary old men" was very helpful. We will post the next report on our blog once it arrives, so stay tuned!

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New Luvsurf TV:Placebo “V3-ROCKET” Hiroki Shirakawa

Luvsurf TV:Placebo “V3-ROCKET” Hiroki Shirakawa Rider: Hiroki Shirakawa Board used: Placebo 5'8" V3-ROCKET FLEXLITE-TURBO FILM :Hayato Masuda EDIT：TABRIGADE FILM Based on the hit series from LOST, which was updated from ROCKET to V2-ROCKET last year, While inheriting the fun of riding a mini board, the outline has been extended to make it suitable for not only small waves and thick waves, but also for Mayhem has tuned it so that it can handle bigger waves and more powerful, deep waves. This is a Japan-only model. The riding sensation is like a standard tri-fin board or a short round nose board. It's a great value board that feels like it's somewhere in between, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds. To meet the needs of those who are greedy and want the fun of being able to enjoy not only TRI fins but also QUAD and 5 fins. This is a new design from Mayhem! The TABLET II has just arrived in stock for the first time!!! We currently have boards in all three sizes available for immediate riding. If you're looking to ride hard this Golden Week, be sure to consider purchasing one soon. Golden Week is just two weeks away! If you want to ride during Golden Week, be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to purchase one. In a place far away where it is impossible to visit If you would like to order online, we offer free shipping nationwide (excluding Okinawa, remote islands, and some areas)! http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/store/16064/ You can also purchase from our online store outside of opening hours! Please feel free to contact us below if you have any questions regarding the appropriate size. http://www.luvsurf.co.jp/contact.html We will consult with you and make suggestions based on your needs and level. Click here to watch Hiroki riding the V3-ROCKET. [vimeo]https://vimeo.com/63884042[/vimeo]

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