With 50+ years of innovation, Wax Research is one of the original surf accessory companies out of Encinitas, CA. The first-ever traction-additive surfboard waxes, Sticky Bumps launched a surfing breakthrough that has since evolved to cover a multitude of performance requirements and temperature conditions for top surfers - pros and amateurs alike. What makes Sticky Bumps surf wax unique? It's both our secret sauce and the process of how we make each bar of wax.
Our Ingredients
Wax: Paraffin is the base for all surf wax formulations. We add calcite, fragrance, and special secret sauce to create the highest quality waxes in the industry.
Calcite: We were the first to use calcite in surf wax. A key component of Sticky Bumps surf wax, calcite is made from decomposed seashells, fossils and other organic material.
Fragrance: The aroma of wax is important - without it, surf wax wouldn't be the same. We add fragrances like Blueberry to each bar for that famous Sticky Bumps smell everyone loves.
Our Process
Steam: Large starter blocks of paraffin waxes are melted down before mixing using steam, which minimizes environmental impact in the production cycle.
Batching: Each style of wax has a unique, temperature-specific formula of ingredients. The ingredients are combined and heated with steam kettles in large metal vats.
Chill: After proper blending, the wax is poured into the Sticky Bumps classic square-shaped molds. Then it goes into our walk-in freezer to chill before the wrapping process.
The Sticky Bumps Difference
The Perfect Blend: Sticky Bumps surf waxes are easy to apply, provide great bump-building characteristics, offer a range of exceptional to unbelievable grip, and are formulated for the durability to endure the daily rigors of hardcore surfing.
Stoke: Our "hands-on" production enables us to infuse stoke into each and every bar. We can produce over 18,000 bars of wax per day, connecting us to surfers around the world and spreading the love.
For The Core: Born in Encinitas, CA in 1971, Sticky Bumps is one of the original surf accessory brands - built by surfers, and still driven by the same commitment to designing, testing, and making products that perform in the water.
How Do I Choose a Wax?
Half a century of hands-on experience has gone into crafting waxes for every kind of surf condition, board, and grip need. Each formula is carefully crafted to deliver the perfect balance of smooth application (think bump-building, not smearing), customized grip, and lasting durability for everyday surf conditions, from arctic to tropical waters.
Use our Sticky Meter grip ratings and wax descriptions to find the ideal match for your surf style and conditions.
