TYPES OF BREAKERS

Types of breakersBeachbreaker Breaker with sand bottom. The sand accumulates in zones (sandbanks) due to the waves themselves and gives rise to the different peaks of the beach. The seabed is usually not very constant because the sandy seabed is very changeable. Sometimes there are peaks that last for days, although there is a tendency for sand to accumulate in approximately the same places on each beach. Reef Breaks Most of the world's waves break on these seabeds, either as rock or coral. The advantage of these bottoms is that they remain constant and only the direction and size of the swell will condition the waves, not forgetting of course our friend the wind. Another advantage or disadvantage, depending on how you look at it, is that the stone does not absorb the energy of the wave and when it breaks it does so with its full potential. Hence those wide, fat-lipped tubes. It is not advisable for beginners or those surfers with a low level, as it increases the risk of injury exponentially. Probably the most famous reef break in the world is Pipeline in Hawaii. Point Breaks Waves that break at a specific point (small variation) depending on sea directions and currents and go along (sweeping) the coast for a long distance. It is the perfect wave for improving and perfecting carving maneuvers. There are those that break with or without tubes, but they are long and beautiful. There are many waves around the world with these characteristics, although for me the one that takes the cake and has me in love is a right that breaks in Jeffrey's Bay (South Africa) and that we all know by the name of the Bay. In Spain, there is another wonder like this one in Lobos Island.

Surfing equipment

Using the right equipment in surfing is essential to avoid difficulties in the initiation, improvement and general enjoyment of surfing.
In our surf school in Cantabria, Totora Surf School Suances we strive to choose the best material to facilitate learning.
Surfing in Suances is done under temperatures that vary from winter to summer ranges up to 13 degrees, so in Totora surf school you can find wetsuits of different ranges.
Under the criteria that we use in Totora surf school Suances we recommend you to take into account the following aspects to choose the best material for surfing.

NEOPRENE

The choice of the right wetsuit (thickness) is directly related to the temperature of the water where you are going to surf.
Knowing this, we can make the following distinction:
2×2 (mm): Typical summer suit.
Same thickness throughout the suit.
Can be long, short, short sleeves and long legs or long sleeves and short legs.
For high water and ambient temperature (19-21 degrees).
3×2 (mm): It means 3mm in chest and back and 2mm legs and arms.
They are usually long.
For warm water temperature and environment (average 16-19 degrees).
4×3 (mm): It means 4mm in chest and back and 3mm legs and arms.
For cold water temperature and environment  (average 13-16 degrees).
5×4 (mm): Means 5mm in chest and back and 4mm legs and arms.
For very cold water temperature and environment (average 11-13 degrees).
There are more options and combinations of wetsuits but these are the most common.
Surfing in Suances is done under temperatures that vary from winter to summer ranges up to 13 degrees, so in Totora surf school you can find wetsuits of different thicknesses with which to learn to surf in total comfort.

SURF BOARD

This is the fundamental and necessary element for the practice of surfing.
We have them in different sizes, shapes and a great variety of materials.
In the next post we will go deeper into this topic but what we do advise you to do is to take the board that fits your level.
At this point there are two great phrases of two world famous surfers and that for us are the ABC of this sport:
"Foam is your friend".
Rob Machado.
We all know that small boards are cooler but don't switch to one of them if your level doesn't deserve it.
"The best surfer is the one who has the most fun."
Duke Kahanamoku.
Well, there's not much to say.
ENJOY!!!!!
The waves are also different, so we have a wide range of boards for the different conditions offered by La Concha beach or Los Locos beach for surfing.

INVENTION (LEASH)

The invention is the "leash" that keeps us attached to our board at all times to avoid losing it.
They are made of rubbery and elastic material.
In future posts we will go deeper into this topic, which can be very extensive.

SOCKS

In areas where the water is cold or very cold, or the access to it is through a rocky terrain (reef) or steep, it is advisable to use them.
Therefore, we can say that the main function of the bootie is protection, both against low temperatures and against blows and cuts.
The booties must be perfectly adjusted to the foot, never big, since a lot of water can enter and the foot can slip inside the booties, both situations are very uncomfortable for surfing.

GLOVES

Like the previous item, gloves, they fulfill the same functions.
But they are generally worn in areas of water or very cold environments.

PARAFFIN

Product that surfers pour on the deck of the board (upper part) to improve the adherence to it.
There are different types of kerosene depending on the water where we are going to surf (see table).
The temperature ranges for each of them are usually shown on the packaging.

SUNSCREENING

Keep in mind that in the sea the sun affects twice as much due to the reflection on the water. So use cream all year round. In our surf school we give a lot of importance to sun protection and we recommend you to use sunscreens with a protection level higher than 25 and that are water resistant. We hope you find this article interesting, and you know that for any questions you can contact us, we will be happy to understand you in our store / surf school in Suances. The best surfing is in Suances. Greetings