Definition: The peak of a wave is the highest point of the wave, where it starts to break. It's therefore the ideal place to start on the wave, as it offers my best speed, the best takeoff...

Definition: This is the upper part of the wave at the hollow zone. It will either form a tube, or roll out and create foam. It's the perfect place to tap a radical maneuver and make a...

Definition: The line-up is where all the surfers position themselves to catch a wave. There is usually a concept of waiting involved as well. Each surfer waits his turn to catch his wave, like a queue...

Definition: Longboards are the original long surfboards (over 7 feet). Long and wide, they allow better balance and speed on certain types of soft waves. They are, however, difficult to turn, so...

Definition: The replacement maneuver is the term used for all maneuvers that enable you to get back to the right spot in the wave to pick up speed again. Simple carves and cutbacks are...

Definition: Mellow waves are soft and often long. They are therefore perfect for longboards and fine twin fishes. These waves are also perfect for beginner to intermediate surfers.

Definition: The mini malibu is a type of intermediate surfboard. It's based on the outline of a longboard, with the format of a small board between 7'0 and 8'0. It's a good compromise between stability and...

Definition: Foam is the foam from waves that have already broken. It's the ideal place to start surfing and work on your balance and first take-offs. Foams can be found on almost every type of spot, but...

Definition: The nose is the front of the surfboard. It can be pointed, rounded or even straight (noseless boards).

Definition: Nose riding is the art of surfing on the front of the board. Mainly on a longboard, you go from the front to the back of the board to pick up speed, for example.

Definition: Offshore wind is the wind that blows inland towards the sea. It shapes and carves the waves, making this wind the best for surfing and structure...

Definition: Daggerboards or fins are located at the rear of the board to stabilize the board's trajectory and provide drive. Some boards exist without fins, such as Alaia boards. These boards have...

Definition: The inside is the inner part of the wave. The term is used to define priority. The surfer on the inside is the person who has priority on the wave.

Definition: The diamond tail is a surf tail halfway between the round tail, the pin tail and the squash tail. This tail offers better maneuverability than the squash tail, and a slightly easier transition from one rail to the other...

Definition: A kneeboard is a type of board on which the surfer sits on the board on his or her knees. Kneeboarders can perform maneuvers and carves by tilting their upper body to the left...

Definition: A right-handed wave in surfing is a wave that, when facing the sea, runs to the right. A goofy (right front foot) will therefore be on the backside and conversely, on the frontside for regulars.

Definition: A drop or "dropper" means that you start on a wave without respecting the priority rules. You're on the shoulder and don't have priority, but you're still on the wave, on which...

Definition: The shoulder is the part of the wave after the lip and the hollow part. It's the wall on which you'll be able to perform your maneuvers. You'll always need to adapt to the length of the shoulder to...

Definition: Evolutive surfboards are boards inspired by several boards. It's usually a mix between a shortboard and a board that's easier to surf, such as a mini malibu. This type of board is therefore...

Definition: The fish is a short, wide surfboard with a fishtail-shaped tail. This type of board was introduced in the 60s and 70s as a substitute for the longboard of...