Do you wax a soft top long board?

Question

Do you wax a soft top long board?

Answer 1

foam boards have a different texture than glass boards and are far less slick when wet but YES they are made to have wax applied to them so do yourself a favor and don't listen to the guy "who's been surfing for 30 years"... use some wax

Answer 2

No matter what your riding, it's always best to use wax.  I'd still recommend using a basecoat first then a layer of wax (make sure to use the appropriate temp wax).  

In general you want to use COLD water wax for water <60.  COOL water wax for water temps 60-68.  WARM water wax for water temp 68>.  You'll use TROPICAL if the water is effin warm-warm-warm :)

Have fun.

Answer 3

YOU DO NOT NEED TO WAX A SOFT TOP LONGBOARD!!

Answer 4

Depends on the soft top. I used blown close cell polyethylene. As a surfer you already know the benefits of wax. You can always leave the board in warm room then wipe the wax off later with a couple of rags if you are unhappy.

Hope this helps