Description
Surf grip for those cool longboards. An alternative to surf wax, transparent traction pads that are easy to install, require almost no maintenance and will last for up to 2 years on your longboard. A next-generation surf grip that doesn’t melt or stain.
We have all been there… Melted wax on your car, surf bag or clothes. A surfboard full of dirty old brown wax, mixed with sand, hair, and other debris. …or that time that waves were pumpin’ in a spot, and wax is over.
Van Der Waal surf grip it's a cleaner, greener alternative to surf wax that is low maintenance and long-lasting.
Advantages
| Shortboard | Longboard | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hexagons | 21 | 25 | 30 | Hexagons | 70 | 90 |
| With tail pad | <5' | 5' to 6' | 6' | 7' to 8' | 8' to 9' | |
| No tail pad | <6' | <7' | <8' |
The lighter, thinner and softer version of our surf grip.
Surf grip. Redefined.
Driven by our customers’ feedback on our surf grip and by our aim to produce a more eco-friendly alternative to surf wax, we started to research and test new materials. We needed a softer material, lighter and thinner, with high grip levels.
After a lot of research and tests, the r.Evolution Series surf grip has been redesigned, re-formulated and seriously improved. A new specific texture and pattern provide a new extra grip, while a new material allowed us to get the thinner and lightest version ever. Less than 1mm and only 3 grams per hexagon.
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Ready to go waxless?
A clean board = a cleaner ocean
A board without wax means a board that is not melting oil to the ocean. So your board will not only be the coolest one, it will also be the greener one
It will last for ages
Once you apply it, you’re ready to surf for at least two entire years with almost no maintenance at all
No more melting wax
Because it doesn’t melt in the sun, it won’t stain other surfaces it comes in contact with, such as your surfboard bag, your car or your clothes
Your surfboard will shine
Doesn’t get sticky or dirty, weither gather sand, hair, or other debris, so your board is always clean
Temperature independent
No matter whether you are surfing in cold or hot water, the traction van der waal is indifferent to the temperature of the water or the environment.
Don’t waste more time
Just grab your surfboard and go surf. No more applying, scratching, re-applying, that old brown wax.
Frequently Asked Questions
You probably have a deep and lasting relationship with surf wax and probably have questions about Van der Waal.
It will damage my surfboard?
No. As long as you apply and remove the hexagons carefully, it will not damage your board at all. Some minor glue residues may stay on your board after remove them but are easily cleaned with a rag soaked alcohol.
Does it works on any kind of surfboard?
We tested our grips in epoxy, fiberglass and wood surfboards and it works in all.
Despite we never tried out, some clients use it on hard top soft boards (like MF our Beater ones).
Can I use it without a wetsuit or rashguard?
I only tested it without rashguard in hot summer days and for some short sessions, and it was ok. As wax also rubs my skin, I always use a rashguard.
How long it will last?
Probably, longer than your surf board. So far, we have tested intensely on Martim surfboards and we can assure that Van der Waal will last at least for 2 years if you surf 2 to 3 times a week. But Martim has his first board with Van der Waal for more than 6 years now, and it still works.
It works on any water temperature?
Yes. But please note that on really cold waters (near zero temp) Van der Waal material will get really stiff and can loose some gip properties.
How do I apply them?
Van der Waal surf grips are extremely easy to apply, just follow the guide here
And the maintainence?
Consider clean your board with fresh water from time to time, to clear the salt that can accumulate in the gaps.
If there is no surf for a long time (unlucky you) give a warm shower before surfing or be a little more patience in the water
After a fligh we trully advise you to also give Van der Waal a warm shower, because of airplane cargo hold lower temperatures.