Using the right surfboard wax is the key to having the best experience on the waves. Using the wrong wax will make you more likely to slip. Here we'll cover the four types of surfboard waxes (topcoats) to use in different types of conditions.
Apply your base wax first
Base wax is the coat of wax that goes on before the topcoat. It enables the topcoat to stick properly, so it's an essential step in the surfboard waxing process.
Cold wax
This wax is specifically designed for use in water temperatures below 14 degrees Celsius. Since this wax is soft, you can easily apply it to your board in colder weather instead of trying to apply hard wax. For the southern parts of Australia, such as Victoria, this is often the best wax in the winter months.
Cool wax
The next one on the softness scale is made for use in water between 12 and 20 degrees Celsius. This is a suitable wax for cooler areas of Australia in the Spring and Autumn months.
Warm wax
This is a harder wax designed for use in water between 17 and 25 degrees Celsius. This type of wax is suitable for Queensland beaches for most of the year and southern beaches in the summer months.
Tropical wax
This is the hardest wax and is suitable for use in warm waters above 25 degrees. For example, for the summer months in Queensland.
There isn't one best surf wax for Australia. If you're planning to travel for your surfing adventure, it will help to check the water temperature online before you go to choose the best surfboard wax for the conditions.
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