Ideal boardshorts for beginner surfing or any other water sport. Swimsuit designed for sessions lasting up to 1 hour.
How to choose your boardshort size?
Size guide in the product file. The 100 range boardshorts are available in sizes S to XXL. The 500 and 900 ranges are available in EU sizes 38, 40, 42, 44, 46 and 48. Body shape can affect size selection. We always recommend trying on swimwear before purchasing. Tie the shorts and gradually pull them down. If they pull down easily, it means they are too big and you could face some surprises as soon as you enter the water with waves!
Freedom of movement Range 100
In surfing, bodyboarding and bodysurfing, the legs work hard, so boardshorts should not restrict either bending/stretching or kicking. A two-way (2 horizontal directions) or four-way (4 horizontal and vertical directions) stretch component contributes to this freedom of movement. A short 15” cut encourages movement and holding the lower body, especially for surf.
Quick drying
It is uncomfortable to feel sand and wet boardshort fabric sticking to your skin. To avoid this discomfort, choose boardshorts made from synthetic fibers. This type of fabric allows water to evacuate quickly, ensuring that the swimwear dries quickly and reducing the risk of irritation. Therefore, make sure to choose comfortable materials in order to get the most out of your water activities.
Reduced chafing Range 100
This should be the most important criterion when choosing boardshorts. It is not uncommon for a swimsuit or boardshort to chafe and irritate the skin. Our boardshorts are designed to minimize chafing while in the water. In our 100 range of boardshorts, the inner mesh or brief helps reduce the occurrence of this unpleasant phenomenon.
How to choose boardshorts according to length?
Shorter cuts (between 14” and 17”) give you freedom of movement and allow you to do a wide range of water sports, including surfing (for occasional sessions less than 1 hour). Longer cuts (between 17” and 20”) reduce irritation from the board or wax on the thighs and top of the knees while paddling. Therefore, these cuts are more suitable for regular or even intensive surfing.
How to choose boardshorts according to the waistband
ELASTIC WAISTBAND
Helps the shorts adapt to different body shapes.HALF-ELASTIC WAISTBAND
Offers a secure fit and adaptability for everyone.FLAT WAISTBAND
Ensures the shorts stay in place in the waves during duck dives and wipeouts.ANATOMICALLY DESIGNED WAISTBAND
Combines the benefits of an elastic waistband (adaptability to different body shapes) and a flat waistband (stability in waves).
Wave resistance Range 100
When surfing, whether due to duck diving or a wipeout, it's not easy to retrieve and reposition shorts that have fallen while paddling at the same time...
Choosing the right waistband for surfing becomes essential in this case. Choose an elastic or semi-elastic waistband with a drawstring that runs the entire length of the waist. Hendaia shorts have a fully elastic waistband with a drawstring.
how to choose your boardshorts
RANGE 100: occasional surfing and water sports.
Short cut.
Elastic waistband: suitable for all body shapes. Drawstring for stability in waves. Inner mesh: protects against chafing. Quick drying. RANGE 500/900: Regular surfing. Different long cuts, chafing protection. Flat waistband: a more secure fit in waves during duck dives and wipeouts. Stretch fabric for freedom of movement.
What are boardshorts?
Boardshorts is a term used to define this type of swimwear used in the world of surfing and water sports. Practical and comfortable, they are suitable for both men and women. This type of swimwear was created in the 1950s for surfing. In recent years, they have become a popular style of swim shorts. The name "boardshorts" comes from their use in water sports using a board, such as surfing.
The elastic waistband and drawstring give the swim shorts a secure fit. Cut for ease of movement. Inner brief and 1 back pocket.
Resistant to impact of waves
Drawstring, elastic waistband for extra hold in waves.
Reduced chafing
Inner mesh to reduce chafing and prevent irritation.
Freedom of movement
Swim shorts to keep thighs free for movement.
Ideal boardshorts for beginner surfing or any other water sport. Swimsuit designed for sessions lasting up to 1 hour.
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