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A surfer in blue shorts carves a powerful wave on a bright orange Waterboyz surfboard in Pensacola, Florida.
Balance Board Exercises for Surfers: 5 Drills to Sharpen Your Pop-Up
by Sean Fell
Surfboard on sand with a striped Dakine traction pad from Waterboyz and a red leash attached to it.
Traction Pads vs Wax: Which Gives Better Grip?
by Sean Fell
Woman standing on train tracks with a navy Waterboyz backpack on her shoulder and another backpack in her hand.
Top Surf Backpacks 2025: Dry, Sand‑Proof & Travel‑Ready
by Sean Fell
Orange Zap skimboard with white stripes and logo standing upright on a wooden floor at Waterboyz.
Zap Skimboards 2025 Review: Find Your Perfect Match
by Sean Fell
Surfer in black wetsuit from Waterboyz performing an aerial jump on a bright pink surfboard against a clear blue sky.
Surf Fitness Training Plan: 5 Workouts to Boost Paddle Power
by Sean Fell
Woman on Pensacola beach with surfboard midfin setup, relaxing with a drink.
Surfboard Fins Guide: Thruster, Quad or Twin?
by Sean Fell
Saige Pharr surfing on a pink Waterboyz surfboard, riding a wave in blue ocean waters under a clear sky.
Surf Wax 101: Choose & Apply for Pro‑Level Grip
by Sean Fell
A man wearing brown Waterboyz Cobian sandals with a striped strap sits on sand on beach next to a blue surfboard.
Why Cobian Sandals Are a Gulf Coast Favorite (and Our Go-To Flip Flop)
by Sean Fell
Man with tattoos skimboarding on a clear, shallow wave at the beach in Pensacola.
Skimboarding 101: What to Know Before You Hit the Shorebreak
by Sean Fell
A small child in a yellow helmet and whale shorts stands on a skateboard, held by an adult at Waterboyz skatepark.
Skate Smart: A Quick Guide to Choosing the Right Skateboard Helmet
by Sean Fell
A male surfer in a black and yellow "Waterboyz" wetsuit carries a black skimboard and orange contest jersey on a beach.
The Right Wetsuit for Every Season: Stay Warm, Loose, and Ready to Paddle
by Sean Fell
A skimboarder on a "Waterboyz" skimboard, airborne over a small wave at the beach, with ocean and sky behind.
Looking for a Skimboard? What to Know Before You Buy Your First (or Next) Board
by Sean Fell
A man in a red beanie and black hoodie holds two custom skateboards from Waterboyz.
How to Choose a Skateboard Deck That Matches Your Style (and Terrain)
by Sean Fell
A man holding a long, light-colored Waterboyz surfboard against a colorful, eye-muraled wall.
Why Buying a Used Surfboard Might Be the Smartest Surf Move You Make
by Sean Fell
Surfer in a black wetsuit riding a wave, holding a red surfboard from Waterboyz.
10 Surf Accessories Every Surfer Should Own: From Fins to Wetsuits
by Sean Fell
A male surfer wearing a black Xcel rashguard from Waterboyz holds a surfboard on Pensacola Beach.
What Is a Rash Guard and Why It’s a Surf Essential
by Sean Fell
A woman on the beach wearing a white Waterboyz Wave Tee with a U.S. flag wave graphic on the back.
Skate, Surf & Celebrate: How Waterboyz Celebrates July 4 in Pensacola
by Sean Fell
Group of kids and adults holding skateboards at a Florida skate lesson in a sunny outdoor skatepark.
Learn Skateboarding in Florida: Pricing, Facilities & Daily Schedule (Limited Seats)
by Sean Fell
Vans Classic slip-on shoes from Waterboyz.
Top 5 Skate Shoes for Grip, Durability & Style (2025 Edition)
by Sean Fell
"A surfer in a neon yellow shirt rides a wave on a white surfboard from Waterboyz."
Top 8 Surfboards in USA 2025 (Beginner to Advanced): Expert's Guide
by Sean Fell
Two young surfers holding surfboards and awards on a beach, with Waterboyz and Cafe Single Fin tents behind.
Your Complete Surf & Skate Camp Gear Checklist: For Kids and First-Time Campers
by Sean Fell