Sticky Johnson Deluxe Cold surf wax bar, for water below 15°C (59°F)

Sticky Johnson Deluxe Surf Wax - Cold

Name: Sticky Johnson Deluxe Surf Wax - Cold
Brand: Sticky Johnson
SKU: FGSJDELCOLD
Price: 6.00 NZD
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What to expect

Feel: Beads up really well into long-lasting, grippy bumps. Goes on over Deluxe Basecoat.
Best for: Hard boards (shortboards, fishes, mid-lengths, longboards) in water under 15°C / 59°F, over Deluxe Basecoat.

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Description

Sticky Johnson Deluxe Cold is our surf wax for water under 15°C (59°F). It's long-lasting and super grippy, beading up nicely as you rub it on, so your feet stay put when the water's got a proper bite to it.

Cold is the softest of our four temperature grades. Surf wax works by staying tacky under your feet, and chilly water firms wax up. A softer formula holds its grip where a harder one would feel slick, which is why matching your wax to the water temperature matters more than most people think.

Where and when in New Zealand. Going by average monthly sea temperatures, Dunedin (St Clair) sits under 15°C all year round. Christchurch (New Brighton and Sumner) is Cold water from April to December, and Wellington's Lyall Bay from May to November. Further north it's a winter thing: Taranaki from July to October, Gisborne from July to September, and Raglan in August. Northland, the Auckland west coast and the Bay of Plenty average 15°C or more all year, so Deluxe Cool is usually the call up there.

Further afield. Cold also covers Bells Beach and Torquay in Victoria from June to October, Santa Cruz in Northern California in every month except September, New Jersey from November to May, and North Carolina's Outer Banks from December to April.

Lay down Sticky Johnson Deluxe Basecoat first so the Cold top coat has firm bumps to hold onto, then freshen it up before each surf. As the softest grade, it doesn't like heat, so keep your board out of a hot car between sessions. Made in New Zealand.

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Where and when to use it

Hard boards (shortboards, fishes, mid-lengths, longboards) in water under 15°C / 59°F, over Deluxe Basecoat.

Sticky Johnson Deluxe Surf Wax - Cold: best months by surf region, average water temperature in °C
Spot	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
Raglan Aug	20°	21°	21°	19°	18°	16°	15°	14°	15°	15°	17°	18°
Gisborne Jul–Sep	19°	20°	20°	18°	17°	15°	14°	14°	14°	15°	16°	18°
Taranaki Jul–Oct	19°	20°	19°	18°	17°	15°	14°	13°	14°	14°	15°	17°
Wellington May–Nov	16°	17°	16°	15°	14°	13°	12°	12°	12°	13°	14°	15°
Christchurch Apr–Dec	16°	16°	15°	14°	12°	11°	10°	10°	10°	11°	12°	14°
Dunedin All year	13°	14°	13°	12°	11°	10°	9°	9°	9°	10°	11°	13°

Sticky Johnson Deluxe Surf Wax - Cold: best months by surf region, average water temperature in °C
Spot	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
Victoria Jun–Oct	18°	18°	18°	17°	16°	14°	14°	13°	13°	14°	16°	17°

Sticky Johnson Deluxe Surf Wax - Cold: best months by surf region, average water temperature in °F
Spot	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
Northern California Oct–Aug	54°	54°	55°	54°	54°	55°	57°	57°	59°	57°	57°	55°
North Carolina Dec–Apr	46°	43°	46°	52°	61°	68°	70°	73°	75°	68°	59°	52°
New Jersey Nov–May	39°	39°	43°	48°	57°	64°	70°	73°	72°	64°	54°	45°

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Frequently Asked Questions

What water temperature is Deluxe Cold for?

Water under 15°C (59°F). Once your local break averages 15–20°C (59–68°F), switch to Deluxe Cool. Monthly averages are a guide, so go by what the water's actually doing on the day.

Do I need Cold wax in Auckland or Northland?

Usually not. Muriwai, Piha, Ahipara and Mount Maunganui all average 15°C or more through winter, so Deluxe Cool covers the cooler months there. Cold comes into its own in Taranaki, Gisborne and Raglan in midwinter, and further south.

Do I need a basecoat under Deluxe Cold?

On a hard (fibreglass or epoxy) board, yes. Basecoat is a harder wax that builds the bumps your top coat grips onto. Without it, a soft top coat like Cold slides around and wears off faster.

What happens if I leave my board in a hot car?

Cold is the softest formula, so it'll melt quickly and leave an uneven, messy deck. Park in the shade or use a reflective board bag. If it does melt, strip it back and re-wax.

What's the difference between Deluxe and MEGA 2.0?

Deluxe beads up really well for long-lasting grip. MEGA is our most tacky wax, and MEGA 2.0 is the super tacky version. Both go on over Deluxe Basecoat, so pick the line you like and the grade that matches your water temperature.

How is Sticky Johnson Wax Made?

Glad you asked! Handcrafted just outside of Muriwai Beach, New Zealand.

What is Sticky Johnson wax made from?

Well, it's actually a secret recipe developed over the last 20 years! We can't give away trade secrets but all we can say is it is chemically inert, making it reef safe, made from non-toxic natural minerals, and the world's best surfers have tested it in every condition and think it's the business.

Do I need to use a basecoat before applying surf wax?

A basecoat is highly recommended. Basecoat is a harder wax applied first to create a layer of textured bumps that your temperature-specific top coat grips onto. Without it, your top coat can slide around and wear off faster. Apply Sticky Johnson Basecoat in a crosshatch pattern first, then layer your Cool or Cold wax on top for maximum grip.