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.

Not all inflatable stand up paddle boards are the same. The manufacturing and overall quality

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

NCW now stocking Yonda Spook wild swimming wetsuits!

Yonda wetsuits are held in high regard among the triathlon crowd. In tandem, many wild

NCW 5/3mm wetsuit unboxing – customer video.

We love seeing customer reviews and hearing their feedback. Especially when completely unprompted. In this

Go to bed (actively) worn out – watersports and outdoor adventure fulfillment.

NCW is super keen to promote the benefits of a healthy outdoor lifestyle – either

Watersports (family) life of Lauders – with Bethany Lauder.

Being a watersports/outdoor loving family is great. But it’s also a tricky thing to pull

Life – with Flotsam Flo’s Kate Doran.

There are many ups and downs in life. Some ‘downs’ seek to keep you there

@midlifeboarder Q&A – bellyboarding confessions with Robert Ayres.

Fringe surfing has gained in popularity during the past few years. No longer are surf

Jubilee half term week good weather inbound! Get your wetsuits and watersports gear sorted…

As it stands half term Jubilee week is set to be fine, dry and sunny.

NCW featured product spotlight: Lifejacket skin protection.

Lifejacket, a UK manufactured skin protection brand, is on a mission to stop skin cancer

Summer’s here! Typhoon Storm3 TFlex Men’s 3/2mm wetsuit SALE!

Summer weather has been abundant of late. And right across the UK too. Ok, we

What to wear when stand up paddle boarding.

What to wear when stand up paddle boarding can be a confusing decision. Here in

Wild swimming & NCW wetsuits: can they be used?

Wild swimming is often perceived as being a skin only pursuit. In that those who

New NCW products: Indiana SUP paddles, Sharkboy Bellyboards, The Edge bodyboard fins, ASD Paipo Bodyboards.

New NCW watersports products have been added to always deliver the right tools for the

SUP paddles and why choosing the correct type is important.

Stand up paddle boarding is a discipline that’s often misread. By that we mean it’s

Get in the ocean this summer – whatever it takes!

It’s getting warmer, with improving weather forecasts every week. There’s no better time to get

Becci’s blog: the problems with buying cheap wetsuits.

We’ve all heard the saying ‘buy cheap twice, buy twice’. That’s the same with anything.

Summer foiling for surfers – why would you?

Foiling – as in riding waves with a foil attached to your board, ala foil

Summer bellyboarding for surfers – why would you?

Surfing quality can often be tricky to score in the UK. Any surfer will be

Summer SUP for surfers – why would you?

Summer surfing in the UK can be bliss. Waist high groomed peelers at sunset; overhead

NCW wetsuit ‘easy ons’ how to. Works for hands and feet!

Sometimes donning your wetsuit can be tricky. Hauling neoprene rubber over hands and feet sees

NCW social media – what you may have missed.

NCW social media streams have changed in recent weeks, slightly. The beady eyed may have

Outdoor adventure season is here!

Whether roaming the hills and dales, exploring forests and hidden corners, or simply mooching off

SUP boards, paddles and gear – NCW fully stocked for Easter (and beyond).

SUP boards, paddles and gear are in the house and we have a full itinerary

Freshwater Bay Paddleboard Co. Classic stand up paddle boards now available.

As further committment to all things watersports NCW continues to invest in hardware. In this

Stand up paddle board part exchange now available at NCW.

Here at NCW we want to provide customers with the best service possible. From a

Easter holidays imminent – NCW fully stocked with wetsuits for kids and adults.

Easter holidays aren’t too far away. As we head into April 2022 it’s just a

NCW team riders Emily McDonald and Dave Ludgate in latest SUP Mag UK.

We’re super pleased to see NCW team rider and SUP mum Emily McDonald featured in

Skateboarding in later life – plenty of benefits, and ways to do it.

Skateboarding in later life was a topic featured in a spate of mainstream press articles

What NCW wetsuit for what time of year?

UK water and air temperatures go up and down like a yoyo, depending on the