Can I return a surfboard to Costco?

It was meant for beginners but has found a new type of buyer — some of the world’s best surfers. A big reason some of the best rippers are buying the Wavestorm has to do with Costco’s return policy. You break the board, you can return it for a new one.

How much is a Costco Wavestorm?

$100
Wavestorm, an 8-foot foam surfboard available only at Costco Wholesale (COST) for $100, has quickly become the bestselling board in the U.S., having sold about 500,000 of them, according to Bloomberg.

Did Costco stop selling Wavestorm?

Wavestorms, as you may have noticed, are no longer available at Costco, where for years one could easily purchase the iconic, multi-colored rides by simply borrowing mom’s membership card.

Is Wavestorm a good surfboard?

The Wavestorm is the ideal surfboard for beginners or anyone who wants to learn how to surf. It is an inexpensive soft-top surfboard that is easy to learn on while reducing the risk of injury. Even if you are a more experienced surfer, it is a good board to own if you ever want to teach someone how to surf.

Can Wavestorms get water logged?

As is true for any surfboard, the most important thing you can do for your Wavestorm is keep water out of the inner core. Once water has been soaked up into the center the board will become waterlogged, heavy, and unstable. This will eventually cause the board to deteriorate and fall apart.

Do you put wax on a Wavestorm?

The Wavestorm comes with three fins and a leash, all of which are easily attached. The deck is plenty grippy without wax, which is perfect for hot days at the beach. Speaking from experience, we can tell you that melted, sand-embedded wax is not rad.

Why do surfers wear shirts?

A rash guard shirt is usually worn by itself when surfing in weather too warm for a wetsuit to prevent chafing from sliding on and off of the waxed surface of the surf board.

How can you tell if a surfboard is waterlogged?

Discoloration or Waterlogged: You will want to check the surfboard for signs of yellowed foam or brown spots. This is a sign of water damage and if the board isn’t repaired can lead to delaminating and decreased buoyancy of the board.

Do old surfboards lose buoyancy?

To answer your question in short order, Yes, surfboards do loose their “pop”, sort of like skate boards, and yes, the older a surfboard gets, if ridden, with or without a “buckle” or ding, will become “less stiff”, (less responsive) because of the natural breakdown of the materials it’s constructed from i.e. natural …