Surf Skating in 2025: The Awesome Evolution of Riding Concrete Waves
Surf skating has come a long way in recent years, and in 2025, it’s more
Customised Wetsuits: 8 Worthwhile Points to Consider for Perfect Fit & Performance
Customised wetsuits may be a good solution for you. In the world of watersports, a
The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Wetsuit: 2025 Edition
A wetsuit is essential for surfing and watersports. Those who indulge need to invest in
Understanding Waterborne Surf Skate adapters: standard Fin System vs. Dream surf skate truck
Waterborne Surf Skate adapters explainer. In this video and article, we’ll be providing an informative
Surfing & wetsuit care – 3 important points to consider.
Surfing isn’t the ‘greenest’ of sports. We all know this. But equally, you can be
Surfing spots in Cornwall – 5 awesome breaks close to NCW HQ.
Surfing spots are abundant in Cornwall. Wherever you look there’s likely to be a wave
Surfing February half term – 5 reasons NCW wetsuits will keep you toasty.
Surfing is on the agenda this coming half-term for many folks. Whilst we’re still in
Surf skating saved my life – 9 fantastic reasons revealed.
Surf skating didn’t actually save my life. That would suggest I was about to get
NCW team rider news – Jowan Vittle joins North Coast Wetsuits.
NCW recently signed up a new team rider to help promote the Cornish brand’s homegrown
Buy cheap wetsuits from NCW – but not cheap quality ones!
Buy cheap wetsuits! It’s a phrase that stands out immediately as no doubt you’ll be
Christmas gifts ideas – 5 awesome NCW products for under the tree.
Christmas gifts – yes, we guess it’s time to start talking about these – are
Polzeath surf forecast – 12 day weather & wave goodness continues November 2024.
Polzeath surf forecast data suggests the next 12 days (at least) will see swell and
Surf skating – 14 frequently asked questions about this awesome sport.
Surf skating is an eye-catching way of riding skateboards. There are, of course, haters, but
Surfing & wing foiling autumn sessions – 2 great NCW wetsuits put through their paces.
Surfing and wing foiling are watersports we know well. NCW wetsuit gear scenarios showcase our
North Coast Wetsuits – 10 proven ways we can help UK surfers & watersports lovers.
North Coast Wetsuits prides itself on providing exemplary service, top products, knowledge and – as
UK surfing wetsuits – 5 points to consider when buying a used or new wetsuit.
UK surfing wetsuits need to be carefully considered. When surfing in cold waters – especially
North Coast Wetsuits – 7 proven reasons we supply wetsuits & accessories to the UK film industry.
North Coast Wetsuits has always supplied wetsuits, wetsuit accessories and general watersports gear to customers
NCW surfwear – 10 awesome new surf tees available now!
NCW surfwear and clothing continues to grow as a range. We’ve always dabbled with surf
Wetsuit durability – 4 reasons NCW wetsuits are made to last.
Wetsuit durability is a big thing for us at NCW. We’ve said before how all
O’Shea inflatable SUP reviews – awesome savings on iSUPs!
O’Shea inflatable SUP boards are one of the main paddle boarding toys we sell here
Sant Cruz surf skates – 4 awesome choices on sale now!
Sant Cruz surf skates on sale now! Santa Cruz surf skateboards offer an affordable way
Used and new premium wetsuits for affordable summer awesomeness 2024.
Used and new premium wetsuits are available now from NCW. Guaranteed to set your summer
Paddle boarding sunshine – #1 reason to get outside and SUP right now!
Paddle boarding weather is in effect, right now, as we write. There’s plenty of good
Dive wetsuits – fab preloved and used suits available from NCW.
Dive wetsuits are something we seem to get a lot of at NCW. Pre-loved and
Surf skating – Waterborne Skateboards equipment available in store at The Rubber Shack.
Surf skating is another of our passions here at The Rubber Shack. Whilst we love
Surf shop authenticity – pop into The Rubber Shack, Cornwall.
Surf shop authenticity is a big thing for us here at NCW’s The Rubber Shack.
Windsurfing & sailing May half term kiddy fun 2024.
Windsurfing & sailing are just a few things some of NCW’s kiddy wetsuit wearers have
Windsurf foiling and wing foiling – 5 differences between the two awesome activities.
Windsurf foiling and wing foiling may – on the face – have a lot in
Surfing – 5 top tips for the new wave riding season.
Surfing season for the masses is coming quick smart. We’ve already had February half term.
Kid’s winter wetsuits for Feb half term surfing & watersports.
Kid’s winter wetsuits – in fact, kid’s wetsuits and wetsuit accessories in general – are
C-Monsta wetsuit changing/drying/carrying system available now!
C-Monsta has a complete system for changing, carrying, and drying your wetsuit and wetsuit accessories.
Weather changes, January 2024 onwards.
Weather in the UK is so changeable. One minute it’s wet and windy then the
Skateboarding modifications for more surf feels.
Skateboarding comes in many flavours. Here at NCW, we’re big fans of surf skating, longboarding
Winter wetsuits – NEW from NCW!
Winter wetsuits are essential at this time of year. As it’s winter! In past seasons
The bleddy weather: cold November end 2023 update.
The bleddy weather continues to annoy some. Others may see recent predictions as a welcome
Wing foiling: Tom Pringuer scoring awesome autumn wave conditions.
Wing foiling – for those who are into it – has been great this autumn
Kayaking and SUP: winter paddling is here.
Kayaking and SUP in winter can be both challenging and rewarding. Challenging because of the
The bleddy weather – a drier colder end to November 2023?
The bleddy weather has been pretty appalling in general through 2023. A slow start to
Wetsuit product personalisation and customisation – from NCW.
Wetsuit product personalisation and customisation means we can tailor any NCW wetsuit or wetsuit accessory
Lady’s wetsuit buying personal services – from NCW.
Lady’s wetsuit buying situations require finesse and a personal touch that only other women can
Mountainboarding wins – four wheeled forest fun.
Mountainboarding is nothing new. It’s been around since about since 1978 when skateboarder Mike Motta
Retro wetsuits – some of what we have in stock.
Retro wetsuits have an appeal all of their own. Whilst some collect vintage surfboards and
Part exchange wetsuit deals – we do them!
Part exchange wetsuit deals are something NCW offer regularly. As well as our mightily popular
Surf lifesaving masters champs success for Leigh Anderson.
Surf lifesaving master champs success for NCW tema rider Leigh! Our very own Leigh Anderson
Charger X surf skateboards review.
Charger X surf skateboards are awesome little pieces of kit. For the price (much cheaper
Winter wetsuit layering – a reminder for off season surfing.
Winter wetsuit layering is a way to add more warmth to your existing wetsuit and
Hydrofoil biking – cycling’s final frontier?
Hydrofoil biking is perhaps cycling’s final frontier. At the very cutting edge of hydro foiling
Paddle boarding hybrids – land paddling wins.
Paddle boarding has many offshoots and hybrids these days. It isn’t just about standing on
Autumn good weather continues (’23)?
Autumn good weather has been in abundance of late. With summer 2023 generally being on
NCW’s used wetsuit buyers guide.
NCW’s used wetsuit buyer’s guide is now live. With our commitment to helping provide extended
NCW team rider Tom Pringuer’s summer ’23 – gallery.
NCW team rider Tom Pringuer has been living the life this summer. When you’re a
Wetsuits for surfing – living costs – helping the planet.
Wetsuits for surfing aren’t essential items. None of us ‘need’ to go surfing. It’s very
Wetsuit zip repairs – we can often sort!
Wetsuit zip issues can occur frequently. And not just with wetsuits. Board bags can be
Used wetsuit waiting list – get yourself on it with NCW.
Used wetsuit kit keeps getting more popular. In times we live in, where not everyone
Indian summer end 2023 – making the most of early autumn surf.
Indian summer, technically, occurs after an autumnal cold spell. So whilst it’s not specifically an
NCW sticker designs – what do you think?
NCW sticker designs are something we’re always playing with. We understand how people like to
Windsurfing summer – Ireland style!
Windsurfing summer 2023… With this summer having been a breezy one it’s no surprise that
Jellyfish stings – can wetsuits stop them?
Jellyfish stings – can wetsuits stop them? This is something we get asked a lot.
Summer to return for late August?
Summer to return for late August, as a statement, may seem like general sensationalist tabloid
Cheap wetsuit prices but not cheap quality.
Cheap wetsuit prices don’t always mean cheap quality. NCW wetsuits use premium manufacturing materials and
Wetsuit considerations for autumn & winter.
Wetsuit considerations for autumn and winter may get you all groaning. But as we head
Surfboard waxing for newbies.
Surfboard waxing is an important part of your surfing routine. You may want to wax
SUP and kayaking dilemmas – invasive species spreading.
SUP and kayaking are super fun sports with loads of versatility. The ability to indulge
Surfing essentials – wetsuit accessories for all year round wave riding.
Surfing essentials come in many forms. Once you’ve nailed down your ideal surfboard it’s time
Wetsuit logo accents – it’s all in the wing foiling detail.
Wetsuit logos are always on show with Mike and Tom Pringuer. The dynamic father and
Wetsuits used & new from NCW this summer holidays.
Wetsuits new and used are both available from NCW. With summer holidays in full swing
Surfing: am I too old to learn?
Surfing has plenty of benefits. A reason to get outdoors, enjoy some fun physical activity
Bodyboard & tyre planters – NCW’s continued eco commitment.
Bodyboard sleds past their best, old tyres, and unwanted neoprene are great for being turned
The Surf Shop – past, past & future.
The surf shop has been a part of the surfing landscape for nearly as long
Bodyboarding for the surfing win – in stock, in store!
Bodyboarding delivers so much that surfing doesn’t – for the everyday wave rider that is.
Learning to windsurf foil with Dave Ludgate – vlog #7.
Learning to windsurf foil takes time. All foiling does, whatever your chosen flight discipline. The
I-Sea sunglasses – California cool now available at NCW.
Born on the sunny coast of California I-Sea sunglasses come storming into NCW’s webshop just
Family surfing holidays. What else can we do besides surfing?
Family surfing holidays can be great experience for all involved. We won’t deny – being
Paddle boarding equipment SALE extended!
Paddle boarding season is now! And we’ve extended our SUP sale! Summer is a great
Wind is for windsurfing – and it’s windy in the UK!
Wind is for windsurfing – and it’s windy in the UK currently (as of July
School holidays imminent! Get your summer watersports kit sorted now…
School summer holidays are imminent – in case you missed that. In fact, some kids
The Green Room – NCW/Gareth Smith artist tee collab.
The Green Room tees from NCW are now live in the webshop. And we’re super
NCW kiddy wetsuits for the grom windsurfing win!
NCW kiddy wetsuits continue to be one of NCW’s most popular products. And it’s not
NCW & The Veterans Regroup Project SUP cess!
NCW is proud to support charitable organisations like the The Veterans Regroup Project. In fact,
Saltrock Shockwave 3/2mm chest zip wetsuit testing.
Saltrock Shockwave 3/2mm chest zip wetsuit testing started recently. As regular followers of NCW will
MBS All Terrain longboard skateboard review.
MBS All Terrain longboard skateboards are interest grabbers for sure. The brand has quite the
NCW 3/2mm men’s & women’s back zip shorty wetsuits now available.
As we head into even warmer months in the UK it’s time to start thinking
The weather though – more warmth to come!
The weather of late has been glorious! We appreciate surfers have been disgruntled by the
Typhoon Ventnor 3/2mm chest zip wetsuits added!
Here at NCW we’ve been fans of Typhoon wetsuits for a while. We also sell
Tahe sit on top kayaks now available!
Tahe sit on top kayaks are now available through NCW’s webshop. In addition to our
Windsurf foiling – with NCW’s 5/3mm backzip wetsuit.
Windsurf foiling is wholesome good fun. There’s a misconception that for freeride foiling it’s all
May half term 2023 weather awesomeness!
May half term begins at the end of this week for many. As the schools
Skateboarding for the over 40s – time get involved?
Skateboarding is often thought of by the masses as a young people’s pursuit. Chucking yourself
SUP: a reminder from the RNLI regarding paddle board safety.
SUP season is upon us and as the weather continues to improve more and more
Surfing sustainability, used/repaired wetsuits & NCW.
Surfing sustainbility, the sport’s green credentials and the need for the board riding industry to
Wing foiling session with NCW’s 5/3mm backzip wetsuit.
Wing foiling spring is now upon us! Spring is the time those who’ve been hibernating
Watersports affordability – how to make surfing more cost effective.
Watersports affordability is a point of focus for many already involved or looking to get
Paddle boarding family time – an accessible watersport for all.
Paddle boarding is a great watersport for all the family. The accessibility – certainly for
Forget Your Passport: Cornwall is UK’s Best Kept Tropical Secret.
Grab your sun cream and your shades because we’re headed to Cornwall, England – the
NCW featured on the Ernest Wright shears and scissors blog.
NCW featured on a shears and scissors? What the? Yep, might be a tad confused
Stand up paddle board sale – 20% off O’Shea & Aloha SUPs.
Stand up paddle board sale alert! As the first May Bank Holiday looms NCW is
Watersports and the right wetsuit.
Watersports such as surfing, windsurfing, SUP and wild swimming, can in theory be done at
Foil assisted SUP fights – with NCW wetsuits.
Foil assisted SUP flights; foil assisted wing flying; foil assisted downwinding; you get the idea.
Prone paddle board pimping – with NCW’s Leigh Anderson.
Prone paddle board sleds are prime for a bit of pimping. When you’re a world
Long range weather – light at the end of the tunnel (April 12, 2022).
Long range weather predictions are currently looking brighter (literally). At time of writing there’s seemingly
Wetsuit repairs – we have the skills and tools to fix triathlon and wild swimming wetsuits.
Wetsuit repairs, alterations and repurposing is a big thing for us at NCW. You may
Mat surfing on the fringe – how do I ride a mat, with Sam Gill?
Mat surfing, along with other fringe surfing activities, continues to gain traction. With UK surfing
SUP Mag UK review NCW’s 3mm hooded neoprene SUP jacket.
Any regular follower of NCW’s blog and/or social media feeds will have spotted the 3mm
How does NCW’s wetsuit part exchange service work?
Looking to get hold of a new NCW wetsuit and wondering whether you can part
Wetsuit issues – should I repair it or buy a new one?
Wetsuit issues can be varied. You may rip yours, or it could just be on
NCW skateboarding – wing skating alternatives.
NCW skateboarding was launched a few weeks back. We’re now selling a range of Atom,
NCW skateboarding – cruisers and longboards now available!
NCW skateboarding is now live. We’ve always been a fan of rolling on fours when
Surfing & watersports equipment – the importance of having the right kit.
Surfing and watersports, as with all things, require specific equipment. When you learn you’re given
NCW wetsuit trade sales: not just for retailers!
NCW recently launched its trade sales portal whereby anyone within the watersports industry looking to
Surfing my skateboard: can I do this?
Surfing & surf skating have a very specific skill set that needs to be constantly
Surfing 101: how do I become a surfer?
Surfing has many guises. There are, of course, the pros who rip, shred ‘n’ tear
Stand up paddle board – how do I surf my SUP?
Stand up paddle board wave riding – or SUP surfing – is just the first
Products in use: NCW 5/3mm chest zip wetsuit, back zip wetsuit & 3mm hooded neoprene jacket.
Any regular follower of NCW will know how we like to showcase our products in
NCW team rider Emily McDonald back in the SUP saddle!
NCW team rider Emily McDonald has been off games for a while due to injury.
Merino Wool wetsuit glove liners (and some boot) liners back in stock!
When the cold weather hits it’s wise to layer up so that chill keeps at
NCW team rider Leigh Anderson towelling robe photo shoot.
We often rope NCW team riders into product photo shoots. The reason being it’s good
Wild swimming wetsuits – do I need one?
Wild swimming continues to be a popular pursuit for many different types of water lover.
How do I stay warm whilst surfing in the UK?
Surfing is big business. In the UK and world wide. Every summer season large numbers
NCW wetsuits for windsurfing.
For a long while now we’ve been big supporters of windsurfing. In fact, NCW is
Soruuz Guru winter wetsuits and boots now available – for men and women!
The Rubber Shack (NCW’s HQ) had a massive stock drop of wetsuits, wetsuit accessories and
NCW’s 3mm hooded rigging jacket: great for foil surfing and SUP foiling.
We talked in this post about how NCW’s 3mm rigging jacket has been a wing
NCW wetsuit/wetsuit accessory modification/alteration example #1 – wetsuit gloves.
In the first of our example videos, where we show you projects we’ve worked on
NCW’s 3mm hooded rigging jacket: ‘a wing foil revelation’.
Further to our last gear scenario post featuring NCW’s 3mm hooded neoprene rigging jacket we
Learning to windsurf foil with Dave Ludgate – vlog #6.
Our man in Ireland, Dave Ludgate, bagged his first windy session of 2023 a few
NCW gear scenarios: Hooded 3mm neoprene rigging jacket, wing foil mode.
With it being winter and all we thought it high time to shine the spotlight
How NCW wetsuits are made.
Being the ‘open book’ brand we are NCW was recently sent a series of images
How to use your NCW neoprene change mat and wetsuit carry bag – with James Dunstone.
What might seem simple to some isn’t to others. Which is how it can be
Immersion surfing + watersports + outdoors digital magazine #2 FREE to read.
If you haven’t already scoped NCW’s surfing, watersports and outdoors flavoured digital magazine – Immersion
NCW is now closed for Christmas – back January 3, 2023.
Both our online store and Cornwall showroom are now closed until Tuesday 3rd January, 2023.
NCW now open to trade enquiries.
Over the past few weeks we’ve been beavering away behind the scenes getting a new
North Coast Wetsuits & Watersports YouTube channel – subscribe!
We don’t normally bang on about NCW’s YouTube channel. Instead, we use it as a
Brass monkeys one wheel skating – with NCW’s SUP/rigging jacket (video).
Any regular follower of NCW will know we’re not just about water. We love all
Winter head warmers (and more) from NCW.
It’s safe to say it’s brass monkeys across the UK currently. At time of writing
New wild swimming products alert!
NCW loves a bit of wild swimming – especially during the off season when those
More NCW team rider goodness – with Olympic IQ Foiler Duncan Monaghan.
IQ Foiler (windsurf foil racing) and Olympic pathway competitor Duncan Monaghan recently took delivery of
Introducing Leigh Anderson – NCW’s latest team rider.
NCW’s newest team rider, Leigh Anderson, dropped by The Rubber Shack last week to grab
More family friendly mini surf guides added!
If you missed it then NCW now has a family friendly surf guide section on
‘How NCW helped me with bespoke wetsuit gloves’ – Sophie Knight.
NCW’s bespoke wetsuit and accessories alterations service is provided with everyone in mind. Not all
NCW beginner’s guide to surfing – and other digital publications.
You may have seen and read issue of NCW’s new digital surfing magazine Immersion. You
Winter’s here! Get NCW tooled up for off season surfing…
We’ve known it’s been on the card for a while. And as we write winter
Stephen Lightbown: adaptive surfer. The story so far…
We caught up with Stephen Lightbown, who had set his sights set on the Adaptive
Challenger Sails windsurfing sails now available!
Challenger Sails are a new brand just added to NCW wetsuits & watersports’ list of
NCW’s wetsuit guide – everything you need to know about wetsuits, now live.
We appreciate sometimes it’s not easy to determine what you need when choosing a new
Big thanks Rory McKellar @ Ocean Republic.
We always acknowledge helping hands. Scratch our back and we’ll scratch yours so the old
NCW team rider Dave Ludgate on the windsurfing tear in Cork, Ireland.
Taking a break from his foiling antics NCW team rider Dave Ludgate, aka Subowti (on
NCW launches Immersion surfing, watersports & outdoors digital magazine.
Here at NCW, we’re always looking for ways to keep the stoke flowing, provide essential
Upgrade your iSUP to a Freshwater Bay Paddleboard Co. Classic hard board this winter.
As autumn gives way to winter the swell keeps rolling and there’s more chance of
Stop the pollution – NOW!
Autumn weather of late has been a blowy and damp affair. Typical conditions then for
Mike & Tom Pringuer – father and son windsurfing/foiling duo.
Regular followers of NCW’s blog may have seen Tom and Mike Pringuer before. The father
NCW’s latest watersport knowledge email newsletter is out – sign up to keep in the loop.
NCW’s latest email newsletter is out. But before you groan, thinking we’re just out to
What makes a surf spot family friendly?
Recently NCW rolled out its family friendly surf spot mini guides. This is a page
NCW team rider Sam Gill takes 2nd 12’6 place at SUP the Creek race event.
NCW team rider Sam Gill’s been putting in the training hours on his race SUP
Keep your kids in the water this winter with NCW.
All parents know kids get much colder, much quicker than adults. Even during the height
NCW’s winter windsurfing essentials checklist.
Blowy weather is currently making itself felt in the UK. And as forecasts stand this
Change robes ready for winter – in stock now!
You can find all our robe stock by hitting this link. Winter’s coming – you
Everyman foiling with Dave Ludgate – vlog #5.
Windsurfing’s a funny sport. Ask any seasoned rider who’s sailed for any length of time
NCW’s mini guides to family friendly surf spots.
When it’s time for your annual family surfing getaway it can be tricky to choose
Over 50 used wetsuits in stock now!
If you hadn’t already clocked the fact NCW sell used and pre-loved wetsuits then we
New brand alert! Frostfire now available from NCW.
NCW always has a beady eye peeled for quality third party brands that we might
NCW winter wetsuit & surfing essentials.
Mornings are certainly chillier these days. As are evenings. Days remain fairly warm but it’s
‘Fly’ with NCW’s 4/3mm wetsuit – warm up with NCW’s rigging jacket.
Winter proper is certainly getting closer – there are no two ways about it. But
NCW wetsuit 5 star customer feedback – with Chris Clarke.
NCW wants everyone to enjoy their time in the brine to the fullest. We certainly
SUP pic action cam Flymount tips.
The beady eyed among you may have spotted we recently started selling Flymount action cam
NCW now offering Klarna payment plans on all products.
Klarna, for some customers, can be the best option when paying for goods online. Spreading
Everyman foiling with Dave Ludgate – vlog #4.
It’s been a little while since our man in Ireland was last on the water.
NCW’s winter surfing tips.
Seasoned surfers will most likely be adhering to much of this advice. Surfing during winter
NCW 5/3mm wetsuit windfoil tastic with Dave Ludgate.
Our man in Ireland, Dave Ludgate, continues to impress us with his determination and tenacity.
NCW 5/3mm wetsuit on windsurfing tour – with Mike Pringuer.
Ireland is one ‘those’ places if you’re a watersports nut. Dingle in particular is a
4/3mm wetsuit looking good in the SUP sun – with Emily McDonald.
With current UK weather the way it is the accompanying pics may seem like a
NCW gift cards now available!
Got a birthday or special anniversary coming up? Want to buy the surfer (or other
NCW sponsor Wadebridge Sports & Leisure Centre staff uniform.
Following the reopening of local (to NCW) Wadebridge Sports & Leisure Centre it’s awesome to
Keeping on keeping on. Surfing and ways to wave slide as we get older.
Kelly Slater is now an older surfing head of state. If you read up on
Autumn/winter outdoor adventure – off season fulfillment with NCW.
Summer can be great for getting outdoors. The warm weather is perfect to be heading
October – the best month to be a windsurfer and kiter.
Whilst September can dish up good weather (for those after an extension of summer) October
Where we at with eFoiling in 2022? Another quick natter about electric hydrofoil boards.
A while back we published a blog post about eFoiling – or electric hydrofoil board
Chillier UK weather inbound – time to get your thicker wetsuit sorted!
We talk about the weather a lot at NCW. After all, this is the UK
SUP racing gear required? NCW can supply!
SUP racing has seen a resurgence of interest during the latter part of summer 2022.
NCW’s wetsuit size chart not working for you? Don’t worry! We can alter your wetsuit.
We keep banging on about our in house wetsuit alteration and repair service. NCW is
NCW change robe range – perfect for fending off the autumn/winter chill.
It’s far to say those autumn mornings and evenings are now a little chilly. While
Mini Indian Summer (of SUP)?
In a previous post we asked whether it was likely we’d getting an Indian Summer.
Winter’s coming – get your NCW boots and neoprene footwear sorted!
NCW likes to be prepared. We like to have all your essential seasonal products to
Tropical Storm Fiona, the chance of waves and 2022’s hurricane season so far.
At the start of this week (September 12, 2022) Hurricane Earl shot a pulse of
Used kid’s and adult wetsuits in stock – call for info!
We have a bunch of used kiddy and adult wetsuit in stock right now. It’s
Is paddle board racing seeing a resurgence of interest?
During COVID all events and gatherings were halted in their tracks. Any whiff of get
Don’t ditch your surfboard in waves! A friendly reminder…
The past few weeks have seen the reemergence of swell after a summer of slumber.
Hayling Island SUP Girls Halloween paddle 2022 – all welcome!
NCW team rider Emily McDonald has been in touch to let us know about the
Are we likely to get an Indian Summer?
After the cracking summer we’ve had there was hope that Mother Nature would see fit
Freshwater Bay Paddleboard Co.’s Classic longboard surf SUP – one of the best!
Surf season is here and many spots along the UK’s diverse and expansive coastline have
October half term family surfing & SUP destinations close to home.
The kids may only be just back to school but October half term’s going to
Everyman foiling with Dave Ludgate – wingfoiling update #4!
Yep, it’s official. The man from Cork (Dave Ludgate) is now in possession of a
Wetsuit tear? Needs repair! Becci to the rescue with NCW’s repair & alterations service.
Wetsuit tears are a common occurrence – especially if you’re wearing yours regularly. There could
Everyone loves bellyboarding – FREE hire all year!
‘Tis true! Since launching the FREE bellyboarding hire/loan initiative early this summer it’s been a
Autumn surfing (and other watersports) – NCW 4/3mm wetsuit (Yamamoto neoprene) offer £199.95!
Autumn’s definitely here (in case you missed the deluge of rain we’ve been having across
NCW bag versatility – 30L drybag rucksack for wingfoiling wings.
NCW bags are versatile bits of kit. One person’s wants/needs may differ from another but
Summer goes and autumn blows – a changing of the seasons.
It’s been a fab summer for most. A summer that seemingly just kept on giving.
NCW diving, snorkeling and spear fishing gear.
Snorkeling, spear fishing and diving isn’t something we’ve talked too much about at NCW. But
ePropelled SUP board cruising – no paddle needed (video)!
Here at NCW, as much as we’re super into the traditional ways of riding boards
Autumn/winter ain’t that far away… Sorting your NCW off season wetsuits today.
Groans we know but with the UK weather currently as toasty as it is the
Surfing, paddle boarding, wild swimming, windsurfing, foiling knowledge and more!
If you’re new to NCW, if you’ve just missed some of what we publish to
Tips from the top: wing foiling advice for beginners, with Foilshop UK.
Wing foiling’s everywhere. Far and wide, near and far there are now lots of riders
NCW’s Rubber Shack – a real deal, homegrown Cornish surf shop.
Surfing, for many, sold out a long time ago. At least as far as the
Making, altering and fixing – NCW’s wetsuit and accessories bespoke service.
As we said in a previous post nobody’s body shape is the same. And everyone’s
Warm weather inbound once again (August 2022).
It’s now more or less agreed that warm, sunny weather will make its presence felt
Everyman foiling with Dave Ludgate – vlog #3.
Following on from Dave’s last update he’s now got himself sorted with the foil (no
The art of wiping out.
Whatever watery activity you indulge in there’s no question that at some point you’re going
Ladies 3mm wetsuit: repaired and ready to go again.
Here at NCW we want to do our bit for the environment. As much as
Tom Pringuer: stealth ‘ninja’ wing foil mode.
If you’re a young gun watersports addict like Tom Pringuer then summer holidays are just
More potential UK summer heat on the way.
The now notorious (infamous) UK heatwave that happened a few weeks back will definitely go
NCW’s The Rubber Shack HQ: Saturday opening times for August 2022.
We appreciate there are plenty of people who want to shop on Saturdays. NCW hasn’t
NCW newsletter – sharing watersports and outdoor adventure knowledge.
Between us and our extended network of watersports and outdoor adventure contacts, there’s a wealth
All the SUP paddles – in stock now.
Contrary to what the title suggests we haven’t got ALL the SUP paddles – that’d
5 things that make NCW a unique ‘surf shop’.
Whilst NCW is a surf shop – catering for surfers of all types – we’re
How do we avoid more paddle boarding tragedies?
Paddle boarding is definitely THE watersport of the last few years. During the pandemic’s height,
Dinghy sailing for kids – the original wind sport.
Dinghy sailing isn’t a hugely covered topic at NCW. We talk about it a little,
Summer watersports tips. Making the most of the high season holidays.
With summer holidays having already started for some, and others soon to follow, we thought
Heatwave surfing. Ride if you can, but stay safe.
Groans abound as we post yet another heatwave update. We’re pretty sure you’re sick of
New NCW clothing range – coming to the webshop asap!
As with wetsuits NCW has been beavering away in the back room with a bunch
Tom Pringuer – windsurf foiling with NCW’s short John.
Tom Pringuer is definitely back in the windsurfing saddle. Having been sidelined due to injury
Red weather warning issued by the Met Office for heat.
You may have seen the Met Office has issued an unprecedented red weather warning for
Neighbours… Everybody needs good neighbours like Giant Slip & Slide.
We love our neighbours. Here at The Rubber Shack, we’re in the grounds of a
NCW hooded winter wetsuit prototyping, on a skateboard, in 30C heat!
NCW hooded winter wetsuit prototyping, on a skateboard, in 30C heat!
NCW watersports knowledge and product videos.
Over the last few seasons, we’ve been slowly adding video content to NCW’s YouTube channel.
Wetsuit repairs, alterations, changes and fixes – NCW can do it!
We know there are plenty of customers who have wetsuits requiring a bit of TLC.
Bonkers hot summer weather? Paddle boarding for the cool down win!
We’re pretty sure most of you will have seen the forecasted bonkers summer weather about
NCW skateboarding – yep, we roll on fours as well!
NCW isn’t just about watersports. We come from a long history of rolling on fours
Sizzling summer SUP with O’Shea inflatable paddle board packages – available now.
It’s suddenly gone hot, hot, hot! And with the UK’s weather about to get even
A 5mm kiddy wetsuit, even in summer?
As your kids grow older they also become hardier and are able to cope with
Bodyboarding and bellyboarding – the easiest way to enjoy the surf this summer.
Bodyboarding and bellyboarding are some of the easiest ways to enjoy the summer surf. Whilst
More good weather news! – imminent beach days conditions update.
We talked about the imminent good weather in this post. Since then the outlook has
Bodyboarding for the summer win – with NCW’s Paipo bodyboard kit.
Surfing is massive these days with seemingly every man and his dog wanting a piece
Summer essentials from NCW – watersports gear and more!
As summer revs up proper there’s never been more incentive to get at it via
Lifejacket skin protection products – a great choice of sun protection, now available at NCW.
With the UK’s weather hotting up (see this post) it’s wise to make sure you’re
NCW now do FREE bellyboard hire!
NCW loves a bit of bellyboarding action. You may already know we stock a range
More weather good news – sunshine beach days update (July 2022).
We posted this weather update a couple of days back. And true to form it’s
Kid’s 5mm wetsuits landed! Massive new NCW stock drop.
Kid’s 5mm wetsuits have landed! That’s a massive new NCW stock drop we’ve just taken
Weather good news for paddle boarding and beach good vibes (July 2022).
So far 2022’s summer weather has been a bit meh for most. There’s been plenty
Everyman foiling with Dave Ludgate – vlog #2.
NCW and Foilshop UK team rider Dave Ludgate continues his journey into foiling in the
NCW wetsuit repairs, alterations and bespoke fittings – we have the power!
We have the power! Yes, we do… Not in a He-Man and the Masters of
Hayling Island SUP Girls return – with Emily McDonald.
Hayling Island SUP Girls is an initiative to get more women paddling, with a group
Inflatable SUPs in summer – heat, sun and bad combinations.
Inflatable SUPs are full of air (in case you missed that!). And whilst that can
A catch up re foiling with NCW’s man in the know.
Most will know by now of our foiling interest. NCW’s sister site, Foilshop UK, is
Third party brand and NCW Q&As.
NCW works with a number of third party brands. We see these companies and the
Sharkboy Bellyboards (Jezz Crow) Q&A.
Jezz Crow designs and shapes some seriously quality artisan bellyboards via his Sharkboy Bellyboard brand
Inflatable paddle board buying tips.
Inflatable paddle board products aren’t made equally. The manufacturing and overall quality differs between paddle
SUP and windsurfing (windSUP) – the two for one crossover sport for summer.
Here at NCW we love stand up paddle boarding. We also love a bit of
Indiana Paddle & Surf SUP paddles now available.
You may have seen from a post a while back that NCW took delivery of
Everyman foiling with Dave Ludgate – vlog #1.
NCW in partnership with our sister brand Foilshop UK and Lyon Watersports are on a
NCW kit checklist – family wild swimming at the coast.
With warmer weather upon us, it’s definitely time to be heading to the beach (or
Surfing & rips explained – an unseen danger of the sea.
Surfing is a fun activity that’s mostly perceived as safe. But when you’re at the
NCW sponsors Dive Project Cornwall.
Giving back is a big thing to NCW. We regularly support individuals and organisations that