Why we built it

I built Sticks.surf because I couldn't tell which local shapers were still shaping. I had trouble finding a coach and someone to film my surfing. The board advice I got was everywhere, and I never knew what to trust.

Shapers and ding repair specialists I spoke to had the same problem from the other side: too much admin, leads scattered across DMs, no single place to track a job. Sticks.surf puts inquiries in a dashboard so they can reply and follow up without living in their inbox.

What Sticks.surf does

Where Sticks.surf operates

Sticks.surf is currently live in New Zealand and Australia. Regional pages list surf zones, local providers, and surf spots across both countries. Expanding to other surf markets is on the roadmap.

Browse all destinations, or go straight to New Zealand or Australia.

What is live today

Coming soon: automated Google review follow-ups for providers, in-app messaging, and premium billing. Planned features stay labeled until they ship.

How Sticks.surf is funded

Free for surfers. Providers can list during the free beta. Paid plans may come later once there's enough demand to justify them.

Common questions

What is Sticks.surf?

Sticks.surf gives local shapers, ding repair specialists, surf coaches, videographers, and photographers the visibility they deserve — and gives surfers what they need to surf more with more stoke. It also has the most comprehensive surfboard comparison database around, with 300+ boards from Lost, Pyzel, DHD, Channel Islands, Haydenshapes, Firewire, and JS Industries. Currently live in New Zealand and Australia.

Why is it called Sticks.surf?

"Sticks" is surfing slang for surfboards. The name reflects the original focus on helping surfers research and compare boards, which has since grown to include finding the local surf professionals who shape, fix, coach, and film them.

Where does Sticks.surf operate?

Sticks.surf is currently live in New Zealand and Australia, with plans to expand to other surf markets. Provider listings and regional surf spot pages are available in NZ and AU today.

Is Sticks.surf free to use?

Yes. Browsing, searching, and sending inquiries to providers is free for surfers. Service providers can list their business during the current free beta period.

How do I find a local shaper or ding repair on Sticks.surf?

Browse by region at sticks.surf/destinations, or go directly to sticks.surf/new-zealand or sticks.surf/australia and select your region. Each regional page lists local shapers, ding repair specialists, coaches, and videographers.

How can a surf professional list on Sticks.surf?

Shapers, ding repair specialists, coaches, and videographers can create a free listing. Visit the relevant provider page: sticks.surf/for-shapers, sticks.surf/for-ding-repair-pros, sticks.surf/for-coaches, or sticks.surf/for-videographers.