Lightweight Lift. Full Body Protection. The WOW Rash Guard Pairing.
The POD WOW 13" Handboard and Long Sleeve Rash Guard pair the lightest handboard in the POD range with a rash guard built for extended time in the surf. The WOW 13" provides lift and directional hold through the wave at 330 to 350 grams - lighter than any timber handboard in the range. The rash guard protects the body during that time - UPF 50+ Lycra across the torso and arms, with 3mm wear-resistant ripstop panels from elbow to wrist where bodysurfers take the most contact with the board.
POD WOW 13" Bodysurfing Handboard
The WOW 13" is a 330mm polyurethane handboard with a weight, density, and rigidity profile tuned for lightweight durability and flex rebound. The 18mm concave base with integrated mono-keel fin channels water flow to support lift and directional hold through the wave. The convex palm hold deck supports a natural hand position and reduces strain across longer sessions.
The polyurethane construction is crack-resistant and suited to regular surf use across a wide range of conditions without the maintenance requirements of a timber board. The WOW sits at 330 to 350 grams - the lightest handboard in the POD range.
For full product details visit the POD WOW 13" Handboard page.
POD Long Sleeve Rash Guard - Wear-Resistant Elbow Pads
The POD Long Sleeve Rash Guard uses UPF 50+ high-performance Lycra with a heavyweight flatlock construction. A non-slip rubber waistband sits at the hip and a 10mm board short anchor loop keeps the rash guard in position through movement in the water. The nylon-neoprene pattern fabric sits comfortably against the skin across longer sessions.
The defining feature is the 3mm ripstop padded panels that extend from the elbow to the wrist. Those panels protect against abrasion from the board surface during prone bodyboarding and bodysurfing, reducing wear on the garment and reducing contact pressure on the forearms over time.
For full product details visit the POD Long Sleeve Rash Guard page.
Rash Guard Sizing
| Size | Chest (cm) | Waist (cm) | Body Length (cm) | Arm Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 88 | 78 | 52 | 65 |
| Medium | 92 | 80 | 54 | 67 |
| Large | 96 | 84 | 55 | 70 |
| Extra Large | 100 | 88 | 56 | 72 |
View how to measure for the POD Rash Guard here.
Care - Handboard and Rash Guard
- Fresh water rinse after every surf - handboard and rash guard
- Shade dry only - hang the rash guard and air-dry the handboard in a shaded, ventilated spot
- Avoid direct heat - never leave gear inside a vehicle on a hot day
- Store correctly - lay the WOW handboard flat and keep the rash guard hanging or flat to maintain shape
