Surfboard Repairs in Porthcawl
1 surfboard repair in Porthcawl, South Wales.
Porthcawl's mix of sandy beaches and rocky reefs is great for surfing but hard on surfboards. Rest Bay and the reefs along the coast can leave boards with dings, cracks and broken fins, and a good local repairer is one of the most useful contacts a surfer can have. The area has experienced repair workshops that fix all kinds of boards, so you can get back in the water quickly.
Common repairs
Most repairs are dings and cracks, pressure dents, damaged fin boxes and leash plugs, snapped boards and delamination. Workshops in the area also repair hard paddleboards, kayaks, windsurf boards, kite boards and foil boards, and some offer full restorations for older or classic boards.
PU and epoxy boards
Polyurethane boards glassed with polyester resin and epoxy boards each need the right materials and techniques. Using the wrong resin can lead to a weak or leaking repair, so tell your repairer how your board is built. A professional will match the repair to the board so it stays strong and watertight.
What to do when your board is damaged
Get out of the water as soon as you notice a ding. Water soaking into the foam adds weight and makes the repair harder and more expensive. Rinse the board in fresh water, let it dry and keep it out of direct sun until you can drop it off.
How long repairs take
Simple repairs can often be done within a few days, while larger jobs take longer. Many workshops work by appointment and will give you a quote within a few days of seeing the board. Summer is the busiest time, so allow extra time in the holidays.
Looking after your board
Rinse your board after every session, keep it out of hot cars and direct sunlight, use a padded bag and check it regularly for small cracks, especially after surfing near the reefs.
Repairs near Porthcawl
Workshops near Porthcawl are a short drive from Rest Bay, Coney Beach and the beaches at Ogmore and Southerndown, and they also serve surfers from Bridgend, Swansea and Cardiff.
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