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Lib Tech's EcoImpacto Construction: Why These Surfboards Are Built Different
Lib Tech's EcoImpacto Construction: Why These Surfboards Are Built Different
Lib Tech Surfboards: What Makes Them Actually Different Lib Tech has been building snowboards in Washington since the early '90s. When they got into surfboards, they didn't try to do... Read more...
Duotone Takes Baja: A Foiling Journey
Duotone Takes Baja: A Foiling Journey
When I first agreed to go to La Ventana, I was uneasy. Not because of the destination, but because of the company. I’d been added to a WhatsApp group chat... Read more...
The Velzy Prone
The Velzy Prone
A week or so ago, Mike Olson, Washington surfing pioneer and one of the founders of Lib Tech, stopped by Urban Surf to drop off an old treasure. For those... Read more...
PNW Surf Spot Alert
PNW Surf Spot Alert
WA Surf Spot Exposed: Check this spot if it's too big at Westport's Jetty! Read more...
Introducing the LIFT5 eFoil: A New Era in Foiling
Introducing the LIFT5 eFoil: A New Era in Foiling
Ready to Explore the Future? Both the LIFT5 and LIFTX are now available at Urban Surf. Whether you’re looking for the ultimate eFoil experience or a versatile hybrid for every... Read more...
Surfing in Washington
Surfing in Washington
Ready to hit the waves? Check out our spot recommendations and visit Urban Surf in Seattle for all your gear and expert advice! Read more...
Picking a new 5/4 hooded wetsuit!
Picking a new 5/4 hooded wetsuit!
Top Picks for 5/4 Hooded Wetsuits for Seattle & Washington Coast Fall/Winter 2024/25 For the cold waters of the Seattle area, Puget Sound, Lake Washington, and the rugged Washington coast,... Read more...
NUKEtober Wind event!
Are you ready to get sendy in October? We sure are and we know that Fall can deliver some amazing wind here in the state of Washington. This event is for all wind enthusiast from kiters on a twin tip or SUP foil downwinders. Lets chase some wind and post are scores! This is a WOO sponsored event so you must download the APP to start tracking your sessions. Of course, for Big Air you will also need a WOO sensor. This also ONLY for the the state of Washington!... Read more...
Cold Weather Water Sport Essentials
Cold Weather Water Sport Essentials
  I said Brr… it’s cold in here! As the seasons change, here at Urban Surf we are gearing up for the colder months with all the right gear for... Read more...
Tips to make your wetsuit last longer
Tips to make your wetsuit last longer
Depending on your suit of choice you most likely want it to last as long as possible. Here at Urban Surf we have a couple tips and tricks to help... Read more...
Choosing the right SUP for Spring 2024
Choosing the right SUP for Spring 2024
Whether you paddle board every day, indulge in competitive SUP sports, or are completely new to the world of SUPs, we got you covered. Paddle boarding itself is a great... Read more...
Downwinding the Puget Sound!
Downwinding the Puget Sound!
Do you ever have feelings that overcome you with excitement out of nowhere? Well, I did late Saturday night. Wind forecasts were changing rapidly, and texts were starting to pour... Read more...