Glossy or Non-Glossy

[fatrabbitbrain]

Does it make a difference?

[Brent]

Glossy what? Boards?
If so , glossy boards usually have an extra layer of resin on the outside (they're heavier as a result) or possibly polished to a higher/smoother surface by the glasser/finisher. Some percieve they last longer and are more watertight? They do look nicer.

Downside? Gloss boards are slipperier....without wax on a rail (for example) you'll have almost no grip when wet- grabbing to duck-dive for example. The more common pro finish board has some inherent grip wherever you grab it. I have both finishes. Gloss looks better but pro-finish is cheaper to buy (less finishing work required). Your call....

[fatrabbitbrain]

local surf shop dude said that gloss is not worth it. they also charge extra for repairs as it means that they have re-gloss the board after they repair dings or cracks..