Most of us are aware that petroleum-based products – including plastics, neoprene & resins – aren’t good for the environment. But when you stop and think about it, just about everything a surfer needs to do his or her thing is made from petroleum-based products; boards, wetsuits, deck grips, leashes, even wax! Surfrider Foundation Gold Coast Tweed Branch launched their EcoStoke program in 2014 with the aim to make local surfers more aware about some of these alternative products, and the environmental benefits they have over the industry-standard makes & models.
The program highlights sustainable and alternative products through the ongoing development of a product directory available on the branches local website. EcoStoke’s main aim is to inform surfers about the alternatives available so you can consider the environment when making product choices. We urge you all to do your own research when making these decisions, and of course let us know what you find out there. Check out the product directory here.