The Welcome Journal

Discover expert tips, in-depth reviews, and the latest insights on wake, skate, surf, and snow gear – your go-to guide for finding the perfect ride at Welcome Board Store. Just Click a Box!

Staff member at Welcome Board Store wearing a snug pink foam life jacket, zipped and buckled, in front of the vest wall

The 5-Second Life Jacket Fit Test

Before anyone gets on the rope, we run the same quick check in the shop. It takes five seconds and tells you if your vest will actually stay on. The...

The 5-Second Life Jacket Fit Test

Before anyone gets on the rope, we run the same quick check in the shop. It takes five seconds and tells you if your vest will actually stay on. The...

2027 Lib Tech Mayhem Sweetfish swallowtail powder snowboard, top sheet and base

Japan Snowboard Trip Guide for Australians (202...

When to go, Niseko vs Hakuba vs Nozawa, powder setup, packing list and travel tips for your Japan snowboard trip, from pro riders who run a board shop.

Japan Snowboard Trip Guide for Australians (202...

When to go, Niseko vs Hakuba vs Nozawa, powder setup, packing list and travel tips for your Japan snowboard trip, from pro riders who run a board shop.

Three riders carrying Hyperlite wakeboards along a jetty

Why Your Height Doesn't Decide Your Wakeboard Size

Wakeboard length comes down to weight, where you ride and who shares the board. Three quick sizing rules from the riders at Welcome Board Store.

Why Your Height Doesn't Decide Your Wakeboard Size

Wakeboard length comes down to weight, where you ride and who shares the board. Three quick sizing rules from the riders at Welcome Board Store.

Anna Nikstad, Welcome Board Store co-founder, riding a rail on her wakeboard at sunset

3 Mistakes First-Time Wakeboarders Make (and Ho...

Learning to wakeboard this summer? Avoid the three setup mistakes we see most, from sizing by height to loose boots. Tips from pro riders in Mornington.

3 Mistakes First-Time Wakeboarders Make (and Ho...

Learning to wakeboard this summer? Avoid the three setup mistakes we see most, from sizing by height to loose boots. Tips from pro riders in Mornington.

2026 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach Victoria champions holding the trophy bell.

2026 Bells Beach Gear Guide: What the Pros Are ...

The 63rd Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach is underway. We break down the gear the pros are riding, spotlight Victorian wildcards Xavier Huxtable and Ellie Harrison, and give you the...

2026 Bells Beach Gear Guide: What the Pros Are ...

The 63rd Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach is underway. We break down the gear the pros are riding, spotlight Victorian wildcards Xavier Huxtable and Ellie Harrison, and give you the...

Inside the Welcome Board Store Workshop | Tune-Ups & Services Explained

Inside the Welcome Board Store Workshop | Tune-...

Keeping your skis or snowboard in good condition is essential for performance on the mountain. Whether you’re heading overseas for a snow trip or riding locally, a proper tune can...

Inside the Welcome Board Store Workshop | Tune-...

Keeping your skis or snowboard in good condition is essential for performance on the mountain. Whether you’re heading overseas for a snow trip or riding locally, a proper tune can...