{"type"=>"root", "children"=>[{"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"New Zealand Surf Wax Temperature GuideChoosing the right surf wax comes down to one thing: water temperature. New Zealand's coastline spans from the subtropical waters of Northland down to the frigid breaks of the South Island, meaning conditions change dramatically by region and season. Sticky Johnson surf wax is hand-made in Aotearoa using natural, non-toxic ingredients — formulated specifically for the conditions Kiwi surfers face every session.Which Wax for NZ Waters?Cold (below 14°C): South Island winter, lower North Island winter. The softest, stickiest formula for maximum grip in frigid water.Cool (14–20°C): The all-rounder for most NZ surfing year-round. Works across the majority of the country from autumn through spring.Warm (18–23°C): North Island summer sessions — Raglan, the Mount, Gisborne. A firmer formula that won't melt in warmer water.Tropical (23°C+): For surf trips to Indonesia, Fiji, and the Pacific Islands. The hardest formula that holds up in tropical heat.Basecoat + Top Coat: The Two-Layer SystemAlways start with a Sticky Johnson Basecoat. This harder wax creates a textured foundation of bumps that your temperature-specific top coat grips onto. Without a basecoat, your top coat wears off faster and slides around on a smooth deck. Apply basecoat in a crosshatch pattern, then layer your Cool, Cold, Warm, or Tropical wax on top.When to Re-Wax Your BoardStrip and fully re-wax every 2–3 months, or when the wax looks flat and discoloured. Between full re-waxes, comb the existing wax before each session and add a thin fresh layer. When transitioning between seasons, strip the old wax completely and switch to the correct temperature formula. There's no point running summer wax into a Dunedin winter.Made in Aotearoa, For AotearoaSticky Johnson surf wax is 100% hand-made in New Zealand. Unlike mass-produced waxes containing petroleum byproducts, our natural formula delivers superior grip while being kinder to the ocean. Every bar is crafted for NZ conditions — because we surf here too."}]}]}