Surf trainer and changing mat questions, answered

Less than 2 minutes. Twist the ground anchor down, clip the band on, attach the Velcro strap to your surfboard leash string, slide the adjustable clip to set your distance and resistance, and start paddling. The full 7 steps are on the product page.

An adjustable 14-foot resistance band, a Velcro strap, a gunmetal stainless steel carabiner with swivel, an adjustable surf clip, a twist-down ground anchor and tool, and a vented travel bag.

Yes. The Velcro strap attaches to any surfboard leash string, then doubles as a storage strap when you roll the band up. You train on your own board; a surfboard is not included in the kit.

The band is 14 feet long. Slide the adjustable surf clip up or down the band to set your distance and resistance, so you can match it to your paddle strength and the water you are training in.

Yes. Instead of the ground anchor, loop the band around a fixed point outside the pool, such as a fence post, a railing or a swimming starting block. Use only something that cannot move.

Wax your board, never stand behind the surfer, never get off the board while the band is under tension, never put the band around your neck or body, and inspect the band before every session. Read the full safety guide below.

Stand on the mat to change, then pull the double drawstrings. The quick-release cinch pulls the mat tight into a full waterproof dry bag, with your wet, sandy gear inside.

That is what it is made for. Wet, dirty and sandy items go into one waterproof bag, so the water, smell and sand stay contained instead of ending up on your seats and floor mats.

Yes. The mat is made from thick, waterproof, scratch-resistant fabric, and once cinched it works as a waterproof dry bag.

Swimming, a day at the beach, sandy toys, kids' sports, gym clothes, skiing and snowboarding, fishing and boating, snorkeling and scuba, triathlon, camping and rafting. Surfers and families both use it.

The mat is 30 inches wide.

No. The clips are plastic, so they never rust.

Orders ship within 5 business days. Shipping inside the US is free; rush shipping costs extra. Ordering in bulk, for a shop or a team? Email derek@365waves.com.

Yes. International orders pay the shipping cost, and any import duties and taxes (including VAT) charged in your country are the customer's responsibility. Questions about shipping to your country? Email derek@365waves.com.

Email derek@365waves.com as soon as possible with your order number and a photo. If an item arrives defective or we sent the wrong item, we cover the return shipping and replace it or refund you.

Yes, within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in their original condition and packaging, unless they are defective or we shipped the wrong item. For a change-of-mind return, you pay the return shipping. Email derek@365waves.com to start a return or exchange.

Email derek@365waves.com with your order number. Once the carrier investigation confirms the package is lost, we send a replacement or refund your order.

Yes. If a product breaks or has a defect, report it within 90 days of delivery and we will replace it or refund you.

Paddle against resistance on your own surfboard. The Resistance Surf Trainer Kit holds your board in place with an adjustable 14-foot resistance band and a twist-down ground anchor, so you can paddle anywhere. Setup takes less than 2 minutes, and you slide the adjustable surf clip to match the resistance to your paddle strength.

Yes. Download Derek's free 15-minute paddle workout (PDF): three short sets, build, endurance and sprint, done on the trainer.