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Battle of the Boards 2026

And so it begins… You know that show on Netflix where they all compete at different challenges until there’s only one competitor left alive? Imagine that but with more surfboards, bigger stakes and more twists… that’sThe Battle of the Boards.

The Best New Surfboards for 2026: Your Ultimate Guide

Whats New for 2026 at Boardshop As the year draws to an end, we’re already amped for what’s coming in 2026, some great new boards, innovative surf essentials and lots more.

Choosing A Beginners Surfboard

How to choose a beginners surfboard? Choosing your first surfboard or one for your partner or kids can be a bit overwhelming, but it doesn't need to be!

How to Choose the Right Bodyboard (UK Buyer’s Guide 2026)

What size bodyboard do I need? What’s the best board for beginners? These are the two questions we get asked more than anything, and getting them right makes a massive difference.

Top 10 Lib Tech Surfboards 2026: What You Need to Know

There aren’t many surfboard brands you can genuinely say changed the game. But Lib Tech did. After rewriting the rules in snowboarding, they set their sights on surfing. The result was some of the most advanced, toughest, and most eco-conscious surfboards on the planet.

Top 5 Foam Surfboards for Summer 2026

What’s the best foam surfboard to buy in 2026? It depends on your skill level and goals, but whether you’re a total beginner or looking to spice up your summer surf sessions, a foamie is the most important board you’ll ever own. Why? Because it’s the board that gets you hooked.

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Top 5 Surfboards for Wave Pools (2026 Update)

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Top 10 Groveler Surfboards

Best Gift Ideas For Surfers

The Best Gift Ideas for Surfers 2025 Make any surfer, a happy surfer… So, you’re looking for gift inspiration for the stoked individual/s in your life, well as fortune has it, you’ve stumbled upon THE definitive surfer’s gift guide. Carefully curated by yours truly, the Boardshop team.

Surfboard Demo Day at The Wave

Join Boardshop at The Wave Bristol on 29th November for a free surfboard demo day. Test boards from Firewire, Lib Tech, Lost and Torq, trade in your old board lakeside, and chat surfboards with the Boardshop crew.

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