Sticky Bumps Cold Water Surf Wax is the go-to bar for cold-water sessions — a natural wax formula designed to stay tacky and grippy in water temperatures 58°F (14°C) and below, where standard waxes firm up and lose their traction.Key Features: Cold Water Formula — engineered for water temps 58°F and below; the hardness of the wax compound is tuned for cold water where standard and warm-water waxes become too firm to grip effectively Superior Cold-Water Tack — reliable foot grip in frigid, harsh conditions where soft-water waxes would harden to a slick surface; stays grippy through the full session even in the coldest lineups Natural Wax Formula — surf-friendly ingredient list that's kinder to the ocean environment than synthetic alternatives Universal Compatibility — works on all surfboard types and surfaces: shortboards, longboards, fish, epoxy, and fiberglass Trusted Brand — Sticky Bumps is one of the most proven surf wax brands in the world; shop staple for decades For cold-water surfers in Virginia Beach, the cold water formula is the right call from late fall through early spring — pair it over a basecoat for maximum grip. The wax that doesn't let you down when the water drops.Application: Apply over a basecoat in crosshatch or circular motions until a good coat of bumps has formed. Reapply as needed during longer sessions.