Structured Fins on the Road - 40L Backpack, WOW 13" and PF2
The POD Waterproof Backpack 40L, WOW 13" Handboard and PF2 Swim Fins put a complete bodysurfing setup into one bag for the trip. The 40L carries it all, sealed against water and sand. At 330 to 350 grams, the WOW 13" is the lightest handboard for its size in the POD range, and it builds on the lift from your hand without weighing down your pack. The PF2's vertical rails hold into the face and keep your legs steady, so each kick goes where you aim it when the ocean turns heavier than you're used to.
POD Waterproof Backpack 40L
Heavy-duty 500D PVC tarpaulin with electronically heat-welded seams gives the 40L its waterproof foundation. Roll the webbing forward three times to seal the main compartment airtight and watertight, then choose the top buckle for fast access or the side compression straps when the pack stays on your back for longer. Sealed correctly, it floats.
The two IPX6-rated front pockets work independently of the main compartment. Their zips are made to length, and moulded, sealed ends stop water working in where a cut zip would leak. The upper pocket (26cm x 20cm) holds your phone, wallet, passport and keys, and the lower pocket (26cm x 24cm) takes accessories and session gear. Available in Black/Black and Black/White.
40L Backpack Dimensions
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Height: 56cm after 3 x roll closure
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Width: 33cm
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Depth: 17.5cm
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Capacity: 40 litres
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Weight: 1.80kg
For full product details, visit the POD Waterproof Backpack 40L page.
POD WOW 13" Bodysurfing Handboard
The WOW 13" is 330mm of hard-wearing polyurethane that stays light in your pack and flexes back into shape under load. An 18mm concave base and mono-keel fin draw water along its underside, extending the lift from your hand and keeping the board tracking through the wave.
For full product details, visit the POD WOW 13" Handboard page.
PF2 POD Swim Fins
Unfamiliar breaks often mean heavier water, and that's where the PF2's structure shows. It's the most structured fin in the POD PF Series, with vertical rails reaching out to the blade edge. On the face, they hold firm and stop your legs from sliding towards the bottom. A ramped sole inside the pocket keeps your toes from shifting, so your foot stays comfortable when you drive hard. Natural Malaysian rubber gives the fin its flex and lets it float.
For full product details, visit the PF2 POD Swim Fins page.
PF2 Swim Fin Sizing
Step 1 - Foot Length and Width
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Small: 6-7 - Length 23cm, Width 8.5cm
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Small/Medium: 7-8 - Length 24cm, Width 9cm
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Medium: 8-9 - Length 25cm, Width 9.5cm
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Medium/Large: 9-10 - Length 26cm, Width 10cm
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Large: 10-11 - Length 27cm, Width 10.5cm
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Extra Large: 11-12 - Length 28cm, Width 11cm
- Natural rubber stretch allowance up to 5mm for a snug fit.
Step 2 - Ankle Strap Width
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Small: 8.2cm
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Small/Medium: 8.7cm
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Medium: 9.3cm
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Medium/Large: 9.5cm
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Large: 10cm
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Extra Large: 10.5cm
- Strap stretch allowance: 10-15 mm for a secure, non-slip fit.
- View the PF2 foot and ankle size chart.
Care - Backpack, Handboard, and Swim Fins
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Freshwater rinse after every surf - handboard, fins, and backpack exterior
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Check the seal before closing - keep the rolling area clean and free of sand for a reliable watertight closure
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Shade dry only - dry the handboard, fins, and backpack inside and out before storing
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Avoid direct heat - never leave the handboard, fins, or backpack inside a vehicle on a hot day
