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Free Surf Lessons at Orewa Beach – 2021 Season
Looking for 2022 season dates? Due to the impact of covid-19 restrictions in Auckland we have not scheduled any free surf lessons for November or December 2021. We’re hoping to get something going for early 2022 and will keep you posted! Underground’s free surf lessons are back for the 2021 season and we’re pumped to […]
How to Surf: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
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Surf, Paddle and Foil Board Combos
SAVE UP TO 20% ON ACCESSORIES WITH A NEW BOARD We are here to help you create the ultimate combo package. The promo codes listed below work online, and we will also match these deals in-store or over the phone or by email. Make sure you mention you are here for a combo when in-store. […]
We’re Open from 2 January!
Underground is open 7 days a week again from 2 January 2022. Our store hours are from 10am-5pm Monday-Friday and 10am-3pm on weekends. All online orders placed between 31 December-4 January will be processed and shipped asap on 5 January when the couriers go back to work. Click & collect will be available from 2 […]
Slide vs Smoothstar – Which Surf Skateboard Should I Buy?
Looking to buy a surf skateboard, but don’t know where to begin?
Wing Foiling Is Taking Off Around The Hibiscus Coast!
Wing foiling is taking off around the Hibiscus Coast, and it’s easy to see why!
Easy Finance Options with Underground Skate & Surf Ltd
We offer several payment and finance options for our customers to choose from. Have a look at the information below to find out which one is best for you. Generally, if you are purchasing less than $1,000 then AfterPay and LayBuy are great options. If you are purchasing between $1,000-$10,000 then Q MasterCard is the […]
Introducing The New Armstrong A+ Range
WOW, what an amazing America’s Cup! Congratulations Team NZ, you have made us very proud! Armie Armstrong (pictured above) has been in the thick of it all working with Team NZ’s skippers and designers to develop his latest range of Armstrong gear. Here is all the need to know information – we’ll do our best to […]
Make The Garage Zen Again With These Surfboard Wall Racks
Whether it’s a spring clean, summer tidy-up or an autumn shuffle – there’s never a bad time to sort out the garage, especially if you have valuable surfboards stood against walls or laying on the floor. Whilst there are many ways to store a surfboard safely, there are some ways that are better than others. […]
Beginner Foilers: Your Chance To Try Before You Buy
You’ve seen enough people gliding effortlessly two feet above the water to know you want to give foiling a go. But it’s a big investment – a complete kit can easily cost more than $5,000. So it makes sense that you want to know whether you can do it and if you’ll enjoy it before […]
Beginner Surfers: Come Along To Our Surf Demos!
Want to learn to surf, but not sure if you’ll love it? Or just bought a surfboard from us and want to make sure it’s the right size and fit for you? Come along to our surf demos – your chance to try out a surfboard under expert guidance! Times & Dates The sessions run […]
How To Choose A Wetsuit: Here’s What You Need To Know
Wetsuits are created for specific sports and activities. The correct wetsuit will protect you against water and weather conditions to keep you warm, comfortable, and safe in the water. Read this article to learn how to buy a wetsuit that suits your needs. Billabong Wetsuit Sizing Guide For MenBillabong Wetsuit Sizing Guide For WomenBillabong Wetsuit […]
Free Surf Lessons at Orewa Beach, Auckland – 2020 Season
NOW FULL: Free Surf Lessons at Orewa Beach Underground’s free surf lessons are back for the 2020 season and we’re pumped to get back in the water! Read on for details on dates, how to sign-up, what you need to bring and how you can hire a board. Surf Lesson Times & Dates For This […]
How To Calculate My Surfboard’s Volume
We get this question a lot and, unfortunately, there’s no quick answer. So get comfy, settle in, chuck another log on that fire and get ready to learn everything you need to know about surfboard volumes. What is Volume? Let’s start at the beginning. The volume of your surfboard is a measurement of the total […]
Foil Surfing: Everything You Need to Know
Foils, foils, foils! Check out these amazing foils.
Soft Top vs Hard Top Surfboards: How To Choose
So it’s decided – today’s the day – you’re going to start surfing. Go you! Now all that’s left to do is work out which surfboard to choose. As you already know, there are lots of different shapes and sizes – and even big differences in construction, like whether the surfboard is a soft top […]
How To Buy The Right Surfboard For You
So, you’ve had a few lessons or borrowed your mate’s board enough times to know you want to buy your very own surfboard. Heck yeah, exciting times! But where to start? With so many shapes and sizes it’s hard to know which surfboard is best when you’re starting out. Don’t worry, we’re here to help. […]
How to Ride a Skateboard: A Complete Beginner’s Guide
Skateboarding can be harder than it looks. Pro-skaters make rolling up a concrete ramp, effortlessly flipping the board in various directions at the top and then landing back onto it look frustratingly easy. The truth is, however, we humans aren’t designed to stand on top of a moving piece of wood with four wheels attached. […]
How To Put Trucks On a Skateboard
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Can You Wax a Foam Surfboard?
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