{"title":"Blog - Long Rider","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"prestige-firewire-velox-fin-set","title":"Firewire Velox Fin Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe all-new Velox Fin Set is a rake template, and is the performance baseline for all Firewire Surfboards shapes. It was designed for maximum fun in all models shaped by Rob Machado, Dan Mann, and Daniel 'Tomo' Thomson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for drive down the line and controlled turns, the Velox Fin Set excels in open faces and long lines, in waves knee-high to well-overhead. This template has a beveled edge in the leading foil of the fins, supporting immediate disruption of water flow and an elevated sense of stability in all maneuvers. 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The packaging is made with post-consumer backing, soy-based inks and a biodegradable wrapping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy choosing this traction, you are helping make the world a cleaner place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Firewire","offers":[{"title":"Black\/Charcoal","offer_id":48465993695548,"sku":"PADF-T-3A-BKCH","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Charcoal\/Black","offer_id":48465993728316,"sku":"PADF-T-3A-CHBK","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Camo","offer_id":53998150385980,"sku":"PADF-T-3A-CAM","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0399\/4923\/8317\/files\/PDP_2048x2048_fw3pcarchtraction_blk_1.png?v=1738617363"},{"product_id":"firewire-all-day-7mm-regular-leash","title":"Firewire All Day 7mm Regular Leash","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Firewire all day series is engineered for durability, comfort, and reliability, making it the ideal choice for surfers who demand high performance from their gear. 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