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Pics: Oli Lane-Peirce, Steve West If you glance at the two pics below you might
Pics: Oli Lane-Peirce, James Jagger Windsurfing’s another watersport we know well at NCW, with plenty
Whilst wetsuits is NCW’s main game we also do bags – as some of you
Wild swimming is perhaps the easiest and purest way to enjoy the outdoor immersive experience.
For surfers there’s nothing more blasphemous than diverting from the purity of wave, board and
Hit up social media for all that bitesize surfing goodness and the overriding thing when
At time of writing (May 2021) there’s a glimmer of hope for some overseas holidays
Whatever watersports you’re into there’s a wetsuit and correctly fitting one with your name on
When you begin your stand up paddle boarding journey it’s easy (and understandable) to get
Here at NCW we love a bit of skate action. Often we’ve been known to
We do bags at NCW – something you probably know. The perception, however, is our
It goes without saying North Coast Wetsuits are a pretty obsessive bunch when it comes
Pics: Oli Lane-Peirce. Call it what you will: wing foil, wingsurf or even wing SUP;
Pics courtesy: Local Surf Maroc It doesn’t matter what sport you’re vying for – surfing,
It’s safe to say North Coast Wetsuits knows its onions when it comes to surfing.
Further to NCW’s Beginner Guide to Stand Up Paddle Boarding article we’re going to break
Stand up paddle boarding continues to grow with many new riders coming into the fold
Can you Adam and Eve it?! After a few days of fairly warm, mild conditions
It goes without saying that summer 2021 will be a busy one. With staycationing on
Different activities require different pieces of equipment – that much is obvious. Yet, when we
For those who keep up with surfing media, such as magazines, you may have come
Pics: Oli Lane-Peirce. There’s no getting away from wings, wing foiling at the moment. If
This doesn’t just apply to surfers. This can be for anyone who has a penchant
We all want it! A decent start to the new summer season that is. At
One minute you’re an active, sports loving teenager and the next a freak accident throws
Isn’t it ironic? During summer ‘hardcore’ surfers wish for autumn and winter when swells ramp
NCW have worked with Cornish Coasteering for a number of seasons now. Every year they
We love hearing from our happy, satisfied customers – even better if we get images/videos
Our friends McConks SUP are known for their educational, knowledge-based articles designed to raise awareness
There are loads of little artisan businesses in and around Cornwall that you won’t necessarily
We love O’Shea gear, which is why we stock the brand’s inflatable stand up paddle
We ain’t out of the woods yet in terms of cool weather conditions. And in
With a new season of watersports nearly upon us it’s time to get your gear
We’ve recently had a period of mild conditions in the UK with generally lighter winds
‘Yep, you need this piece of watersports equipment. Definitely. Don’t look at anything else. It’s
With common sense and a little knowledge it’s plenty easy to keep safe at the
Ever keen to get firsthand experience from the horse’s mouth, so to speak, we asked
We recently shared a post detailing how difficult it’s been getting replenishment wetsuit stock from
With a new season of SUP approaching many of the main stand up paddle brands
There’s no question: when you gaze out of the window to pouring rain, cobalt grey
‘Awreet’n aree? Bleddy frezin’ inet? Gorn get ’em one’ee NCW ‘oodie arn ‘ats arm.’ …and
Pics: Oli Lane -Peirce Windsurfing has a tough time these days. Whilst an established watersport
Ladies who stand up paddle make up the biggest demographic of SUPers in the UK
Comedic Cornish slang titles aside there’s no question the weather, or more specifically air temperatures
Words & pics: Dave ‘Subowti’ Ludgate NCW team rider Dave Ludgate, aka Subowti, gives us
We’re always striving to improve our services across all areas of NCW’s business. With this
It would seem conditions of late have been rather good for SUP foiling in some
We do like it when positive Google reviews filter through. It certainly warms our cockles
It’s been mild the last few weeks here in the UK – relative to the
We love our customer and they appear to love us. Whether you’re a hardened surf
‘Tis true. Just before Christmas 2020 we set the wheels in motion to design a
Pics: Oli Lane-Peirce. As a lifestyle brand we’re super keen to see NCW wetsuit products
Pics: BBC Most of you are aware goods that (any) company sells in the UK
Here at NCW we stake our rep on the fact our gear fits a variety
We’ve had a lot of questions about how to actually get your NCW Gulf Stream
Pics: Oli Lane-Peirce, Steve West Watersports of all types have seen huge growth through the
A few days back long standing North Devon’s Tiki Surf, located in Braunton, was put
NCW has a bunch of bargain Gulf Stream front zip wetsuits available that we’re prepared
Check out this little edit from Local Surf Maroc who’ve been long time friends (and
Winter surfing isn’t the easiest in the UK. Grotty weather, cold temperatures, relentless onshores and
Winter isn’t exactly the most enticing season for getting amongst it in the drink. Sometimes
Here at NCW we’re constantly tweaking, adding, subtracting and improving designs. In this instance, we’re
NCW’s been selling Merino wool wetsuit glove and boot liners for a while. Originally designed
As a peddler of all things rubber, plus a bunch of other watersports toys, does
As is customary at New Year beginnings resolutions and predictions are banded about by all
With the first day of New Year 2021 upon us it feels like a new
A true story… Sitting on the dock of the bay (isn’t that a song?) the
Our man on the ground – team rider Dave – in southern Ireland’s been out
We always get lots of questions regarding NCW products – neoprene wetsuit head wear the
NCW CHRISTMAS SHIPPING: We are SHIPPING PARCELS DAILY UNTIL NOON 18th December when we will
Just like wetsuits themselves, wetsuit accessories are numerous and varied. Some bright design spark saw
It hardly needs to be said that the weather’s taken a dramatic with air temperatures
If you want to keep your NCW wetsuit spic and span then looking after it
We often get calls here at NCW’s Rubber Shack from customers wanting to talk wetsuits
Cold out innit? With the recent mild weather seemingly gone for a while, and cooler
NCW isn’t a specialist stand up paddle board retailer but we do know SUP. We
With the chill setting in you may be thinking about busting out your winter wetsuit
It’s certainly getting colder, as we’re all aware. Yet whilst it’s not completely Baltic (at
Just because it’s autumn, heading into winter, doesn’t mean stand up paddling has to stop.
We bang on about this lots, but we’ll say it again: NCW products have many
Pics: Hewy Surf Photographer Yep, it’s that bloke from Down Under again. Every now and
Pic: Mick Surf Photography NCW’s team rider, and kneeboard extraordinaire, rips on a kneeboard (among
Young children certainly feel the cold much more than us adults, that’s for sure! That
Even in winter you can score windless, flat water stand up paddle boarding days. It
There’re no two ways about it: air and water temperatures are dropping like hotcakes (there’s
We’ve heard it a thousand times, as well as experiencing it for ourselves; in the
Firstly, big up to pro papper James Jagger for letting us use his images, snapped
O’Shea are one of NCW’s preferred third party brands. Having a considerable, lengthy pedigree within
It might still be warm (ish) the UK of A but the seas and inland
Pics: Red Bull Surfing, Leopold Castro. It’s been an interesting few days for big wave
There are so many applications for all NCW’s products – you don’t just have to
Summer’s but a distant memory yet it isn’t stopping some of the younger generation from
Tez Plavenieks is no stranger to NCW having spoken to us on a number of
Did you know we have customers all across the world? Whilst we predominantly service the
We know everyone likes a deal. And we know NCW’s dry bags are super popular.
There’s no question regarding the level of interest stand up paddle boarding has had in
It hardly needs to be stated but we ain’t too far away from the rotund
We’re BIG fans of accessories such as this. There are soooo many applications; NCW’s fleece
If your a connoisseur of surfing waves, and enjoy their form, reflections of light, energy
We posted an article featuring this pair of stoked teens recently, taking delivery of the
We shout about this all the time so we’ll shout about it again: NCW wetsuits
Landing in the next few weeks (this side of Christmas all being well) will be
Wetsuit technology and materials have come a long way over the years. (You can see
This isn’t a new thing. Cold Swell was filmed during the winter of 2012 and
There’s nothing like a bracing walk along the beach with your dog. Especially with the
Are you a dog owner? Do you share all your experiences with your four legged
Keeping ya swede warm in cold weather is key to enjoying a fulfilling session –
The third-party brands NCW stocks are carefully sourced. We’ve talked about this before – NCW
Here we round up a few of the latest articles you may have missed on
Wild swimming‘s something we know a thing or two about here at NCW. We get
Looking at the rain lashing down, and the wind howling, you’d be forgiven for thinking:
Here’s one for all your offspring still in the brine this autumn… We recently played
Travelling’s pretty tricky at the mo, that much is true. COVID has certainly put the
There’s nothing quite like the smell and look of a new coast of wax for
If you follow NCW’s blog you’ll have met Oli before. He’s the chap that’s recently
Whilst the sun may still be shining in parts of the UK things have definitely
We’ll shout about this ’till the cows come because we put a lot of effort
We keep banging on about this but wearing a 3mm wetsuit in the UK is
Oli came to NCW just mere days ago looking to get hold of a wetsuit
Our Irish watersports man on the ground, Dave Ludgate aka Subowti, has been putting in
We were aware of this being tested a few weeks back and were intrigued. As
When we talk about kids we’re actually referring to younger children. Youths, or juniors if
For the autumn season it’s always worth arming yourself with new rubber. There’s nothing like
If you’re into any kind of performance riding – be that surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing or
Many fair weather watersports peeps tend to hibernate during winter – which is understandable. General
With us being well into September you’d be for forgiven for thinking it’s too cold
It’s a rare thing in the world of neoprene, rubber wetsuits to have a company
The Sponsor Hub is a new platform aimed at hooking relevant brands up with athletes
Summer 2020 is officially done. And it’s been a strange one to say the least.
Watersports equipment often gets criticised for focusing on the average sized rider, leaving the smaller
Friends of NCW, Tez Plavenieks and his wife, recently took delivery of a men’s and
Some of you may be aware that NCW stock more than just North Coast Wetsuits
August Bank Holiday weekend is imminent and after the passing of recent storms we should
Maybe this summer has been all about learning a new skill, be that surfing, stand
Oen of the most popular products NCW sells are stand up paddle board shoulder carry
NCW’s extensive range of drybags and carry alls have always been super popular. Recently we
Are you a young surfing or watersports nut that fancies getting involved with a wetsuit
We live hectic lives, there’re no two ways about it. As surfers, windsurfers, paddle boarders
Pics: Nick Kingston. When it’s flat there’s no lack of forlorn-looking surfers, all glum-faced, dotted
Yep, another one of these posts where we highlight an NCW customer using/wearing one of
We always say this but NCW customers are great! It proves the fact when we
We’ve said it before but we love our customers, and seemingly you love us! Any
We love music at NCW, so much so we have The Vinyl Crate at The
It doesn’t matter what watersport of choice (or sport in general) you practise you’re likely
It’s been a hectic summer that’s for sure at NCW’s Rubber Shack. But that doesn’t
With parts of the UK looking set to experience the hottest weather of the year
If you hadn’t already guessed we’re having a run on replenishment stock arriving at NCW’s
If you’re planning on getting your offspring into the brine during the next few weeks
It’s hot, hot, hot at the moment and there’s plenty of reason to be at
There are many uses for a stand up paddle board – it’s one of the
It’s probably no surprise that COVID-19 has cast doubts over 2021’s rescheduled Tokyo Olympic Games.
Getting changed at the beach, whatever the time of year, can be less comfortable than
Images and vid: Russell Houghton Skateboarding’s come a long way, that’s for sure. Just as
In terms of surfing and how it is on the ground Cornwall’s a world away
Just recently we spotted long time surf rag Surfer seems to have scaled down its
Whilst summer may have only just started for many, the fact remains we’re now passed
As the title suggests: we know our onions when it comes to watersports – and
The boat’s in dock and currently being unloaded. That means the next few days will
It’s no secret that Cornwall’s doors are once again to be open for visitors. In
How did you spend 2020’s Summer Solstice? Did you manage to get in the water
One of our biggest selling products are kiddy wetsuits. Not the cheap type you find
It’s common knowledge that stand up paddle boarding has seen an unprecedented second growth spurt
Stand Up Paddle Boarding has become the ‘go to’ activity for fitness and wellbeing for
Pic: ABC News Spend enough time at coastal waters and you’re bound to come across
At time of writing the Met Office is predicting a possible warm weather period beginning
Firstly let us say we’re not knocking high performance triathlon wetsuits in any way. They’re
Pic: King Surf In these unprecedented times there’s plenty of desire to get in the
NCW’s ever popular dry robe, towelling change smock is due in stock next week (week
Dave Ludgate – aka subowti (on Instagram) – is still at it, across in Ireland,
At time of writing we appreciate the weather’s broken but we’re pretty sure warm air
With days such as these, where virus pandemics still rule the airwaves and media channels,
As we all know lockdown restrictions have been eased and we’re able to get back
Some keen, beady-eyed beavers may have spotted this already having seen the Facebook share we
It’s no secret the weather’s been glorious (by and large) across the UK of late.
Bands and musicians who surf.
NCW Bank Holiday bag offer.
Tez Plavenieks talks SUP foiling and windfoiling in 2020.
NCW: getting ready to bounce back, BIG, to surfing.
NCW Private is back, with the third instalment about the Cornish surf PI.
Can mind surfing through COVID-19 lockdown improve your surfing? Sam Gill discusses.
Wingfoiling/wingsurfing/winging; whatever you call it wings are here to stay.
If you pay close attention to what’s going on with the UK’s weather then you
I’m writing this little article after having a conversation with a local Cornish surfer, whom
With the correct fitting winter wetsuit even on a cold winters day your kids will
Down at the Rubber shack we are now stocking Kukena candles, locally made …. here
Thinking of coming to Cornwall for half term ? the sea is still quite warm
As you quickly grab an on the run coffee during a stop off to the
Whilst it may be mild (currently) for the time of year it’ll only be a
We’ve just been sent this vid from our chap on the south coast who’s been
Matthew Gallagher, NCW’s sponsored kneeboard rider in Australia, has just taken a well deserved win
The current run of glorious weather conditions we’re experiencing is one not to miss. There’s
Featured pic: Jame Jagger In content pic: BSP Media If you’re one who enjoys XXL
NCW’s Mark Graham and family recently took off for NW France and the idyllic locale
So summer; it’s still on, right? Even though as we write there’s rain in the
It’s no secret the UK’s been ‘suffering’ from a monumental heatwave AND surfing flat spell
As surfers summer can be a double edged sword. While sunshine, warmth (both in and
Surfing has always been accused of cashing in, going mainstream, selling out and becoming less
Pics: James Jagger We’ve talked about foiling before, but in the SUP surf and surf
Why are you leaving? There’s still so much we can do together. I know we’ve
Tony Bain is a character… A Kiwi transplant to North Wales TB has considerable experience
Tell us when you first got into SUP. What made you think it was a
Illness: it’s a killer. Not literally (or at least hopefully not) but when you spend
NCW team rider Bill Morris has been in touch regarding a local longboard event held
It’s hard to imagine, for anyone living in a tropical climate that is, how on
2017 was an epic year. But now we’re into 2018 thoughts will turn to the
As surfers what do we want? An endless supply of groomed offshore perfection – size
There’s a lot happening in surfing at the mo. Whether you’ve had heads in sand
It’s all too easy to become stuck in a surfing rut. You know how the
It’s been an epic surf session out on the brine. Lines upon lines stacked to
Not all surf spots are the same. Not all waves break in the same manner.
Surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and all these sports have a ‘travel to ride’ thing ingrained within
Having recently had two significant storms touch down in the UK – Ophelia and then
Everywhere you look, everywhere you go and everyone you come into contact with is and
It’s been a busy year again for NCW, both on and off the water. For
You may have seen vids and images of Kai Lenny splashed across social media flying
Summer’s done, grockles have fled, beaches are empty (ish) and the swell is pumping –
Surfing is more than a sport – that much most wave sliders can agree on
Don’t you just hate moaners and bleeters (er, we’re sure that’s a juxtaposed sentence but
There’s no stopping old Father Time’s advance. We’re all getting older. It doesn’t matter whether
Were you one of those people who used to be all over the place? In
It’s been a blinder early summer so far with heaps of decent, sunny weather. Hot
Scorchio innit? Yet we’re still (just about) in the early part of summer, meaning the
NCW is proud to support endeavours such as the one Sam’s about to embark on.
I’d been standing in the pouring rain for what seemed like ages. Yet more skulking
All tribes have their own lingo, ways of doing things and isms. You could argue
Skateboards fit right in with surfboard quivers – and vice versa. Skaters surf and surfers
We all get older, there’s no stopping it. Wit youth comes reckless abandon. Throwing ourselves
We’re not judging here, after all, everyone makes mistakes – especially when beginning something new.
Is this you? ‘Surfing ruined my life. Allow me to explain. Wake early and reach
I’ve been sat in the cold since 5:45am and it ain’t getting any damn warmer.
The weekend just gone wasn’t a good one for watersports enthusiasts. While not everyone
Gareth Sparrowhawk loves nothing better than beasting himself across an obstacle course race (think triathlon
It doesn’t matter what musical preferences you bend to, having a good soundtrack to accompany
It’s one thing scratching round when waves are small – trying to max out what
We reigned down praise upon the hallowed sunset in a previous social media post but
Understandably we’re pretty excited by this. After a period of toing and froing, finalising details,
Over the past 14 months we’ve published a whole plethora of different articles to the
NCW the wetsuit company right? Of course you’re right, but did you also know we
The UK offers diversity for watersports lover as much as it does frustrations. Mother Nature
As much as we love a dose of sunshine (whatever the season) there’s no denying
We’ve talked about this before but with daylight hours in short supply during the off
With colder temperatures having now arrived some of you bigger boned individuals may be looking
Neoprene/rubber covering ya bonce – it’s all about keeping the thermal heating in and cold
Come on in, the water’s lovely. Well, it has been. The last few weeks in
NCW rider Mark Kay was recently crowned UK Raceboard National Cup Series Champion. During last weekend
We’ve been banging on about our wetsuits suiting multiple watersports needs for a while. NCW’s
Your trusty shortboard stands tall and proud in the hallway and having scoured forecasts for
It’s been a busy old week here at North Coast Wetsuits Towers. The man with
Read the title and the instant reaction is: ‘SURELY NOT!’ But let’s think about this
Team rider Mark Kay recently made the sojourn to Brest, France, for a spot of
Now summer’s over…only joking! Well, maybe half joking. With kids back to school imminently the
Pics: ESPN, Extreme Life The professional side of surfing can be real Marmite for many
As the title says: NCW ain’t just about quality neoprene at affordable prices. No sir!
As parents who surf (or participate in any other type of watersport for that matter)
Raging temperatures, blazing sunshine, clear blue skies and water so warm it feels like you’re
Scan any action sports magazine, hit up your fave watersports media outlet or peruse your
You may have seen recent postings about our new windsurfing/kitesurfing inspired wetsuit? Never ones to
We’ve been banging on about new NCW product for the last few months. Last week
You know us; always trying to do something a bit different. Well how about this
Sitting there day after day, hammering your PC, working for the man and grinding through
Summertime reading (post/pre surf sesh or simply when relaxing as the rest of the clan
Fitness. It’s an ugly word for many. Its mere utterance conjures up pictures of sweaty
We appreciate there’s a certain stigma attached to ‘other’ watersports if you’re a staunch surfer.
There’s nothing better (in our book) than a post surf beer (or beverage of choice)
Here at NCW we’re always striving to serve our customers better and provide the most
When you see the prices we’re knocking our 4/3mm back and front zip wetsuits out
Climbing you all cry? Yep, climbing we reply! As much as we specialise in kitting
Did you know the more care you give your wetsuit the better it will perform
Easter traditionally signals the season’s kick off in the UK and although it was early
Hard charging, kneeboard shredding family man Matt Gallagher has been a stalwart of NCW’s core
We’re only too happy to promote the benefits of watery lifestyles – if we didn’t,
Wetsuits – the clue’s pretty much in the name. Rubber garments designed to be worn
You may recall we started this month with a competition – why not? With temps
At NCW we’re acutely aware of not resting on our laurels and simply letting things
One of the colder surfing experiences you can have in the UK is surfing the
Mark Graham is the brains and brawn behind North Coast Wetsuits. It wouldn’t be right
It’s been an unprecedented winter of mild temperatures – relative to the time of year
If you didn’t know NCW has a popular eBay shop where we sell our varied
A shrill beeping rouses you from deep slumber. Squinting through the darkness neon numbers display
Actually, the title of this post should be: ‘maximising your time in the water’. After
Here at NCW we’re stoked on the quality of products we offer. But don’t just
Sick to death of mince pies, fat men in red suits, Noddy Holder screaming: ‘It’s
Here at NCW we like to go against the grain. You’ll no doubt be sick
Up every day at dawn’s crack, missed appointments/meetings and family gatherings, shirking responsibility in favour
Here at NCW we’re always promoting how good our wetsuits and neoprene accessories are –
Summer’s glow is just a hazy shimmer in the rear view, hovering just above the
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