Description
Article no.: 1412
The Basecoat is a universal (all-temp) but firmer wax bar designed to be the first layer before applying temperature-specific waxes. Its harder consistency makes it easier to form durable bumps and provides a stable foundation that extends the life and traction of the softer wax applied on top — especially important in cool and cold conditions. As with other Sticky Bumps products, it carries the classic blueberry scent and an all-natural, biodegradable formula.
Formula: Original Basecoat — firmer, universal (All-Temp).
Scent: Blueberry (Original).
Features: Non-toxic, biodegradable, all-natural.
Use: Apply as the first layer on a clean board before temperature-specific wax.
Ensure the board surface is clean and dry before application.
Apply thin, even layers of basecoat across the standing area of the deck.
Apply your temperature-specific wax on top of the basecoat and build bump texture using cross-hatch strokes (bump-building).
Replace basecoat when the base layer wears thin or when switching temperature categories.
With 50+ years of innovation, Sticky Bumps (Wax Research, Encinitas, CA) is one of the original surf accessory companies. They pioneered traction-additives in surf wax and created temperature-specific formulas relied on worldwide.
Ingredients:
Wax: Paraffin base.
Calcite: Sourced from decomposed shells/fossils — added for texture and bump properties.
Fragrance: Blueberry
Secret sauce: Proprietary additives that define performance.
Production process:
Steam — paraffin melts with steam to reduce environmental impact.
Batching — ingredients mixed in steam kettles according to formula.
Chill — poured into classic square molds, then chilled before wrapping.
The Sticky Bumps difference:
Easy application, excellent bump-building and a balance of grip and durability.
Hands-on production process (≥18,000 bars/day) and deep surf heritage since 1971.