Boards
The Lovemachine Zambal
The Lovemachine Zambal is Lovelace's asymmetric fish for William Aliotti. Here is how the outline works, how to set the fins, and what sizes they offer.
Sep 15, 2026
Blog
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Boards
Christenson Crotalus Review: The All-Around San Diego Shortboard That Bridges HPSB and Alternative
Full guide to the Christenson Crotalus — a loose, skatey, fast all-rounder for 2ft to 2ft overhead. Wide tail, 5-fin stock, quad-preferred by team riders. Sizes, volumes, and construction options.
Aug 26, 2026
Boards
Christenson Lane Splitter Review: The Full-Throttle Twin Fin That Works From Mush to Reef
A complete guide to the Christenson Lane Splitter twin fin — how it rides, squash vs swallow tail, full size and volume charts, sizing rules, and who this high-performance twin is really for.
Aug 26, 2026
Boards
Channel Islands Better Everyday Review: The Step-Down Shortboard Built to Ride More Often
Full breakdown of the Channel Islands Better Everyday — relaxed hip, swallow tail, increased tail flip, the 5-fin quad setup, sizing, and how it compares to the Happy Everyday and The Solution.
Aug 26, 2026
Boards
Channel Islands The Solution Surfboard Review: The Best Step-Down Shortboard for Small, Weak Waves
A full breakdown of the Channel Islands The Solution surfboard — rocker, outline, concave, 5-fin setup, sizing vs the Better Everyday, and who it's for. Everything you need before you buy.
Aug 26, 2026
Boards
The Ultimate Lovemachine: Crafting Connection in a Digital World
Lovemachine surfboards are Ryan Lovelace’s premium production boards, each one scanned from a hand-shaped prototype and CNC-replicated to keep the original design feel while delivering consistent precision from board to board. For surfers comparing Lovemachine models—from shortboards and performance hulls to mid-lengths and longboards—this range covers the key differences in design, sizing, fin setup, ordering options, and international availability, so you can match the right board to your wave conditions, skill level, and riding style with more confidence.
Aug 20, 2026
Gear
Best Surf Fins for Every Wave and Surfing Style
Fins dictate how your board generates speed, holds a rail, and releases off the lip. Here's how to pick the right set for your waves, weight, and board in 2026.
Aug 20, 2026
Boards
Used Surfboards
Used surfboards let you ride quality shapes at a fraction of the regular price - often 40–60% less than new. Learn how to inspect condition, pick the right shape, and buy or sell on Reswell.
Aug 21, 2026
Boards
Channel Islands Surfboards
Channel Islands Surfboards covers one of the most complete ranges in surfing — from high-performance thrusters and twin fins to mid-lengths and step-ups, all shaped with a performance-first philosophy refined over five decades.
Aug 20, 2026
People
Ryan Lovelace Is in a Category of His Own
Ryan Lovelace started shaping boards at 19 with foam from Home Depot and no mentor. Today he's one of the most respected hand shapers in the world, known for his modern takes on classic designs, iconic pressed flower inlays, and his production line Lovemachine. In 2024 Dave Rastovich picked his board over every other shaper in Stab Magazine's Electric Acid Surfboard Test. Find Ryan Lovelace boards on Reswell.
May 3, 2026