Select Page
4 Beach Essentials of the Seasoned Beachgoer

4 Beach Essentials of the Seasoned Beachgoer

Watermen Essential Gear and Apparel, Lifeguard Apparel, original watermen, earn your salt, stay salty, beach gear, watermen gear, boardhsorets, bikini, watermen gear.

Watermen Essential Gear and Apparel

Look at the different people hitting the beach. What do you see? You see those on vacation, tourists and those who may be at the beach for the first time. You have the locals who look like they have beach written all over them. They have the right beach attire, shoes, shorts, and even sun bleached hair. You have the professionals, those who work at the beach including lifeguards who dress for the job, and have a supply of rescue equipment. Then you have the true watermen. These are the people who live to be in, on, or above the water. They surf, kayak, scuba dive, kite surf, swim, paddle board, etc. The beach is full of different people from all different walks of life. Each different group of beachgoers, need quality beach essentials.

 

 

 

1) The Local

The locals’ beach essentials are unique. Simple and easy is their motto. Locals hit the beach with the absolute bare minimum. Locals ramble around in t-shirts be it men or women, with fantastic designs including cool hats. Add a swimsuit, boardshorts and a towel and they are good to go.

2) Local Young

The young and spry carry everything with one arm, a surf board or a boogie board and fins, and a towel. Custom X makes the best body board on the market and a great set of fins. Custom X fins have a short blade are super comfortable, float and are often the #1 choice of lifeguards. The young also know enough to wear rashguards or surf shirts to protect their upper bodies from getting rashes and provide an extra layer of warmth, for those long hours in the water. Their t-shirts are light weight, soft, comfy and breathable as well.

Young guys and girls alike can both wear boardshorts, which can be worn as a pair of shorts or a swimsuit. The boardshort pocket is very important. Pockets with oversized Velcro closures with locking loops keep keys, money, and board wax safe while in and out of the water. Boardshorts with no drag grommeted cargo pockets are a must. LA County Lifeguards Association declared boardshorts without grommeted pockets unsafe because the pockets fill with water and drag you down. Boardshorts need to be quick drying, breathable and if you are lucky made with Diamond Dobby material.

 

sting ray, original watermen, earn your salt, stay salty, beach gear, watermen gear3) Local Parents

Local parents pack-it-lite, instead of wagons full of stuff they use the one arm is enough philosophy. Local parents carry a blanket-in-a-bag, a small cooler full of snacks, sandwiches and water. No umbrellas, instead kids are dressed in rashguards, boardshorts, and plastered with sunscreen, while still at the car. They use great sunscreen like SolRx that stays on for the entire duration of the day. Local parent purchase kids swimsuits, rashguards or swim shirts that have built in UPF protection. Throw a hat on their heads and they are sun protected. Since local parents are in the know, they carry a sting ray kit, for protection against sting ray stings, the number one coastal emergency.

4) Local Oldies

The seasoned beachgoer, the cream of the crop, those who have spent most of their life at the beach, have going to the beach down to a science. These seasoned beacher’s have had many years of experience at the beach, testing and comparing different brands of essentials. Their essentials must be durable, top-quality, and extremely practical.

They dress at their car, putting on their boardshorts, or wetsuit by wrapping a towel around themselves. Men and women often wear compression shorts or go commando under their wetsuit. Compression shorts help keep the heat in and prevent irritating rashes. A lot of compression shorts aren’t made for use in the water. That said, look for compression shorts with 100% recycled Econyl Nylon, which is anti-microbial and odor eliminating. Compression shorts made for water also have a safety draw cord waist, and quality compression shorts come with a rash free guarantee, are hydrophobic and water repellent.

Since the seasoned beachgoer goes to the beach year around, on those colder days they too wear rashguards, often under their wetsuits. Note: Rashguards come in long and short sleeves.

Many of the seasoned beachgoers figures have changed over the years, and they prefer swim trunks to boardshorts and one piece swimsuit verses the two-piece swimsuit. Most seasoned beachgoers now wear Retro trunks, retro trunks have liners, elastic waists and pockets. Make sure the Retro trunk you choose uses the super soft Cool Plus liner, and not the old-style mesh. The pockets need to have sand and water drainage.

The locals do it right, so follow their lead.

Lifeguard Apparel, original watermen, earn your salt, stay salty, beach gear, watermen gear, boardhsorets, bikini, watermen gear.

Boardshorts and Boxers

Boardshorts and Boxers

Original Watermen, liners, watermen boardshorts, original watermen gear, lifeguard baordshorts, stay salty, earn your saltBoardshorts and Boxers

At Original Watermen, we know commando is a popular choice among guys while doing water activities. We also understand the downsides that come with it after spending a day Earning Your Salt.  As a result, we’ve developed top-notch men’s boardshorts as well as boardshort liners that supply ample support and flexibility at the same time, protect from rashes and odors, and even defend against the risk of exposure.

 

The Fly

Have you worn board shorts where the Velcro fly bunches up or sticks and pulls on the most painful places?  Original Watermen’s special gusseted Lycra fly prevents rashes and puckers. The gusset reduces the stress from tight fitting clothing, while the Lycra provides the comfort, great fit and superior movement. This combination has created the #1 selling lifeguard board shorts on the market.

To Mesh or Not to Mesh

In the beginning, mesh was used as a lightweight, sand-free barrier to protect a guy’s private places from direct contact with the rough, harsh, stiff fabric of the actual board shorts. Lifeguards found the mesh itself even rubbed on body parts causing chaffing, rashes and raw spots, and became very uncomfortable as the day wore on. On the other hand, lifeguards liked the support and stability that the mesh provided.

We at Original Watermen saw (and felt!) the need and demand for a different type of board shorts mesh. Instead of the porthole type netting, they used state-of-the-art material to reinvent the mesh liner in an unparalleled way. That Cool-Plus-Comfort liner is a solid netting that improves the circulation of air flow and wicks away moisture, ensuring that the areas covered by the mesh don’t stay damp. Our Cool-Plus-Comfort mesh liner also provides a smoother, evened out line under your board shorts so when there’s a change in conditions, you’re the only one to know. Last but not least, our mesh liners, with moisture wicking and anti- bacterial fabric can be worn in comfort day after day. The U.S. Coast Guards enjoy the Original Watermen G Trunks because these men’s board shorts are packed with top-of-the-line features, including Ultra-lock seam construction, high strength thread, and, of course, the Cool-Plus-Comfort mesh liner.

So, if you’re one who likes mesh in your board shorts, you’ll never go back to the porthole mesh liners once you try Original Watermen’s super soft and comfy, fast-drying, stretchy Cool-Plus-Comfort mesh liners.

The Cure for Boxers

If mesh is not for you, but you’re over wearing that heavy, non-drying underwear underneath your board shorts, Original Watermen has the solution to that problem too. We have designed standalone boardshort liners (not connected to the boardshorts) that are essentially men’s compression shorts made for aquatic and even amphibious environments. These unrivaled compressions shorts for men provide extra support, protection, warmth as well as the privacy desired without being constantly damp and weighed down by wearing wet boxers. That’s right, with quick-drying features backed by a rash free guarantee, these compression shorts for men are ideal for transitioning to and from water and dry land.

These compression shorts can be worn underneath a pair of boardshorts but the fabric’s quality is good enough they can be worn alone, like if you’re a triathlete or open water swimmer. Plus, the prints are so stylish we wouldn’t blame you for wanting to don them solo. But their performance and functionality is truly what sets them apart… Because when the set comes rolling in or your muscles start cramping and pinching, the style points won’t get you through. These performance compressions shorts will literally cradle you through the chaos with their ultra-soft, breathable fabric. Last but not least, the day-after odors can be as uncomfortable as a rash. That’s why these men’s compressions shorts have a zero-odor factor, made with antimicrobial fabric.  Remember it’s all about comfort.  

Original Watermen, liners, watermen liners, watermen compression shorts, original watermen gear, lifeguard baordshorts, stay salty, earn your salt

Insanely Comfortable

Original Watermen’s men’s board shorts and boardshort liners are made of the lightest, softest and most versatile materials engineered. Forget the old school heavy and abrasive material that rubs you raw by the end of the day. Original Watermen uses 100% sanded polyester microfiber and spandex combinations that create a soft nest for your junk, keeping you dry, cool and rash-free on even the hottest and most humid days.

Tips For Keeping Warm This Winter

Tips For Keeping Warm This Winter

rahsguard, original watermen, surf rash, stay warm, watermen Rashguard

 

Frozen toes and ice cream headaches can’t stop you from reaping the benefits of cold water swells. I know it’s tough to not dream about surfing tropical waves while you’re out braving the elements, but there actually are a few things you can do to make your body feel a little more tropical without jumping on a plane. Here are a few tips for keeping warm this winter:

 

 

Layer Up

Give your waterman an extra layer of warmth with the watermen shorts, an Original Watermen boardshort liner.  These shorts will keep you nice and toasty underneath your wetsuit. It also offers you an easy transition from wetsuit to clothes and back. The extra layer will work to trap your body warmth from escaping. If you want an extra up top, try our surf rash guard under your wettie, as well. It’s the same concept as wearing board short liners, you’re giving your body another way to trap your hard earned heat. It’s also a good plan of attack to change in a warm place, don’t let your body catch the chill.

watermen shorts, layer up, boardshort liners, Original Watermen

 

Eat

Food equals fuel and fuel gives you heat. Make sure to have food in your belly before you go brave the cold. Don’t go gordito though, give yourself plenty of time to digest (couple hours) before you start mad dogging for waves. We recently wrote a blog on what should include the perfect pre-surf meal.

 

Keep Moving

Whatever you do, don’t toss anchor once you’re out in the lineup. Keep yourself moving and the blood flowing. Stay active and your body will never get the chance to settle into the cold. There’s nothing worse than surfing with cold little piggies because once they are cold they aren’t going anywhere, not even to the market. Keep the blood flowing and the body moving. This technique may also get you into a few extra peaks.

 

Winter is here. Instead of dreaming of warmer days embrace the cold and be prepared with these simple tips. There’s something gratifying about overcoming the elements to Earn Your Salt.

The Perfect Boardshorts Workout for fall

The Perfect Boardshorts Workout for fall

Do not have an offseason, as watermen, it is integral to stay fit all year around. Fall time is the best season to take your training to the next level. The air is cooler, the tourists are gone and there is no better time than now to Earn Your Salt. Here is your guide on what to wear and what to do to keep you in the water stronger and longer:

Dressing properly for a workout is an important part of having a successful training session. What you wear sets the tone. If you dress lazy, you perform lazy. If you dress in breathable stretchy gear, you are more likely to accomplish your workout goals. Here is what we suggest wearing to achieve your ultimate fall workout.

Watermen Super Stretch

BoardshortsThe Watermen Super Stretch boardshorts are the perfect boardshort for a workout because of their comfortable 4-way super-stretch durable technology. These boardshorts are Original Watermen’s premiere short. Stretch, bend, and train in any manner and these bad boys will be with you every step of the way.

Since it is fall time and air has a little chill to it, we suggest pairing the Watermen Super Stretch with the Watermen Short underneath. The Watermen boardshort liners add a much needed layer of warmth to your workout gear just right for the cooler fall time. You don’t your muscles getting cold while working out, the Watermen Super Stretch boardshort and boardshort liner are the perfect combination to keep your muscles warm and ready to perform.

Now that you have the right workout gear for the fall here are areas to concentrate on training in order to achieve a surf specific workout.

Balance

Some good ways to work on your balance is to train on a balance board/ indo board type of equipment. Balance training can also be achieved by practicing a variation of squats and lunges. Stay balanced and practice often.

Core

A strong core is essential to a high surfing performance. Your core muscles keep you stabilized while paddling, turning and rotating, and balance. An excellent core exercise is the side plank with reach through. To practice this exercise, set yourself on your side and propped up with your arm, stack your feet and pull your arm underneath your body and back all while keeping you head rotating and focused on your arm.

Shoulders

Being a strong paddler is one of the most important parts to surfing. It’s the difference between catching waves and not, and you can’t be a surfer if you don’t catch waves. Push-ups and pool swims are an excellent way to keep your muscles trained and endurance up to par.

Do not cut your session short because you have not trained properly. Be prepared for a fall full of chasing swells. Get your gear ready with Original Watermen and set up a consistent training program. The fall is the best time to get and stay prepared for all of the adventures on the horizon.

Dressing the Watermen since 1993 – Original Waterman!

Life is tuff in the sea, but life nowhere else is more exciting. Yup, that’s what charges a true waterman. If it’s in the Gods hand to save lives, they are his incarnation. Their job makes them the caretakers of the beaches, but they sacrifice more than anyone else. How often have we admired these people in their gorgeous lifeguard uniform to perform an act?

The true spirit to be the saviors of the sea requires tuff training, adrenaline zeal and the right lifeguard equipment and suits. The watermen are ready for any situation in every point of time. Feel like reading a super hero story? Eh, it can be called so. The super girls come in sexy red lifeguard costumes and the supermen in their retro shorts. It’s also not the material comforts that these angels of the seas want, but it’s in their blood to break free and adapt to what nature has to offer. One may ask what’s the benefit of all this. The answer is while you are busy admiring a high waves surfer in the sea saving a life, they are the ones doing the job. When you visit the seas next time, you are assured that there is someone special who will come to your helm if anything happens. We really salute these true spirited souls and the lifestyle that they have chosen.

We at Original Watermen try to do our bit for these water spirits. We endeavor to provide them with the necessities that would enable them live the sea life. Of course they are the angels over there but a little support from our side will help them achieve their target. The lifeguard uniforms that we make are time tested. They have over the years proved to be successful enough to assist the daredevils. As we believe, “being a Waterman is just not a rank, but it’s a lifestyle”. From 1978 we have established ourselves to be competent enough to make a mark in the waterman community.

The lifeguard apparel that we make has been insured over the years and we have strived successfully to come up with better products each time. Everyone knows what it takes to be a waterman. We make sure that the seekers of the sea benefit form our zeal and live the life they have born for. Our vast ranges of lifeguard apparel are designed effectively to assist the watermen in their lifesaving endeavors. Suited to the most demanding of rescue situations, our lifeguard uniforms are designed to the technicalities of jobs. Perfectly streamlined, they facilitate faster rescue and response to the situation.

Well, watermen and specifically water women are sexy but it is because of the lifestyle they lead and the efforts that they put to be one. They are beautiful people and our products add a charm to it. The excitement and thrill of the occupation is easily reflected in the way they set themselves apart from the crowd.

At Original Watermen we have vast range of watermen tees, cold weather jackets, hats, board shots, lifeguard equipments, retro shorts, sexy swimsuits, and all the waterman products that you deserve for what you do. This is the best selection of lifeguard apparel you will ever find and this is what has made us the best today. Visit for details: http://www.originalwatermen.com/

Pin It on Pinterest