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Founded 2008 · California, USA

Built for Surfers
Who Don't
Want to Wait

PHIX Doctor was created by surfers who refused to let a ding decide whether they surf today.

Pioneered Sun-Powered Resin
Eco-Conscious Innovation
60+ Countries
1,200+ Retailers
UV Sun-Cure Technology
Epoxy & Poly Boards
Travel-Friendly Kits
60+ Countries Worldwide
Cures in 1–3 Minutes

Our Story

Innovation Born
in the Lineup

PHIX Doctor started in a California garage in 2008. Founder Kyle Bennett had one frustration: ding repair was slow, messy, and expensive. Traditional resins required hours of cure time, toxic catalyst systems, and precise mixing ratios that left no room for error.

After years of research into photoinitiated polymer chemistry, Kyle developed a sun-powered resin that needed only natural sunlight to cure. One minute in the sun and the repair was structurally complete — no mixing, no fumes, no waiting.

What started as a garage experiment became the world's most trusted surfboard repair brand, used in 60+ countries by everyone from beginners to professional shapers. Today, PHIX Doctor continues to push the boundaries with eco-friendly bio-resin formulations and next-generation UV systems.

2008

Founded in California

Born from surfers sick of waiting days for ding repairs — or paying shop rates for minor fixes.

2011

SunPowered Patent

Developed and patented the first consumer sun-powered (photoinitiated) resin system for surfboards.

2015

Global Distribution

Products in 30+ countries. Distributed through surf shops across Australia, Europe, and Southeast Asia.

2019

Bio-Resin Innovation

Launched the industry's first bio-resin formula using plant-derived materials — less environmental impact, same performance.

2024

40,000+ Surfers

Trusted in 60+ countries. Preferred by pros, shapers, surf schools, and everyday wave riders worldwide.

The Team

Surfers Who Build Stuff

Kyle Bennett

Kyle Bennett

Founder & Head of R&D

Pro surfer turned polymer chemist. Kyle founded PHIX Doctor after one too many dings ruined his trips.

Maia Santos

Maia Santos

Product Development Lead

Materials scientist. 12 years in marine composites. Leads formulation of all PHIX Doctor resin systems.

Nico Davel

Nico Davel

Global Distribution

Surfs 200+ days/year across six continents. Manages PHIX Doctor's worldwide retail partnerships.

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Who is PHIX Doctor?

Straight answers about who we are, what we do, and why surfers worldwide trust us.

Who is PHIX Doctor?

PHIX Doctor is a California-founded surf brand established in 2008 by surfers who wanted faster, cleaner board repairs. They pioneered sun-powered resin technology for surfboards and now serve surfers in 60+ countries through 1,200+ retail locations worldwide.

What is PHIX Doctor's mission?

To eliminate the barrier between a ding and the water. PHIX Doctor creates repair systems that are so fast, accessible, and reliable that no surfer ever has to skip a session due to board damage. Their bio-resin line extends this to environmental sustainability.

Where are PHIX Doctor products made?

PHIX Doctor resin systems are developed and manufactured in the USA with increasingly sourced bio-derived ingredients. All products undergo quality testing before distribution to ensure consistent cure performance across different climates and sunlight conditions.

Is PHIX Doctor eco-friendly?

Yes. PHIX Doctor's Bio-Resin line uses plant-derived raw materials to reduce petrochemical use. Packaging is minimized and made with recyclable materials. The company has an active sustainability roadmap targeting 50% bio-sourced resin formulations by 2026.

Simple Process

How Our Products Work

The same 5-step sun-powered repair process — engineered in our lab, tested by pros worldwide.

01
Sand & Prep the Ding

Sand & Prep the Ding

Clean the damaged area with the included sandpaper. Remove loose fiberglass or foam for a clean bonding surface.

02
Apply SunPowered Resin

Apply SunPowered Resin

Squeeze the sun-activated resin into the ding. Fill completely, ensuring no air pockets remain.

03
Cover & Smooth

Cover & Smooth

Lay the fiberglass patch over the repair. Use the squeegee to press firm and eliminate air bubbles.

04
Cure in 1–3 Minutes

Cure in 1–3 Minutes

Place the repair in direct sunlight. Watch the resin harden in as little as 60 seconds on a bright day.

05
Sand Smooth & Ride

Sand Smooth & Ride

Once cured, sand the repair flush. You're done — get back in the water and make the most of your session.

The PHIX Difference

Why Surfers Choose
PHIX Doctor

Sunlight Curing Technology

No UV lamp. No chemical catalyst. 1–3 minutes in natural sunlight and your repair is structurally complete. Cure only when you're ready.

Works on ALL Board Types

Epoxy, polyester, and soft-top boards. Purpose-formulated kits for each material ensure maximum adhesion and the strongest possible repair.

Endless Shelf Life

Select PHIX Doctor resins won't harden in the tube between sessions — unlike Solarez and similar products. Opens fresh after months in your bag.

Eco-Friendly Bio Resin

Our bio-resin line uses plant-derived ingredients and reduced solvents. Industry-leading repair performance with a smaller environmental footprint.

Travel Safe & TSA Approved

Micro kits are TSA carry-on approved and compact enough for a boardshort pocket. Never let airline damage or travel dings ruin a surf trip again.

Professional-Grade Strength

The same repair quality used by shapers, ding shops, and professional surfers worldwide. Structural repairs that hold up through reef impacts.

PHIX Doctor vs. The Alternatives

Feature
PHIX Doctor
Traditional Resin
Solarez
Cure Time
1–3 min sunlight
4–12 hours
3–5 min UV lamp
Shelf Life
Endless (select)
6–12 months
12 months
Board Types
All boards
All boards
Epoxy/Poly only
Travel Safe
TSA approved
No
Restricted
Bio-Resin Option
Yes
No
No
Hardens in tube
No
No
Yes (common)

Comparison based on standard market products. Results may vary.

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World-class repair tech, now available at 1,200+ stores worldwide and online.

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Free Micro Kit on orders over $40

Global Reach

Wherever Waves Break,
PHIX Doctor Is There

1,200+ retail locations in 60+ countries. From Malibu to Mentawai to Mundaka.

USA & Canada

USA & Canada

240 retail locations

Australia & NZ

Australia & NZ

185 retail locations

Europe

Europe

320 retail locations

Asia Pacific

Asia Pacific

210 retail locations

Latin America

Latin America

90 retail locations

Rest of World

Rest of World

155 retail locations

60+

Countries

1,200+

Retailers

40K+

Surfers

2008

Founded

Real Surfers. Real Repairs.

Trusted by 40,000+ Surfers

From reef cracks to travel damage — PHIX Doctor saves sessions worldwide.

“Fixed a nasty reef crack and was back in the water the same session. PHIX Doctor is the real deal — cures faster than anything else I've tried.”

Jake Morrison

Jake Morrison

Pro Surfer · Oahu, Hawaii

40K+

Surfers Worldwide

60+

Countries

4.9★

Average Rating

1–3 min

Cure Time

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Sun-powered resin offers dramatically faster curing (1–3 minutes vs 4–12 hours), no toxic catalyst fumes, and zero mixing errors. The resin stays workable until you apply sunlight, giving you full control with no time pressure. Unlike traditional hardener systems, there's no risk of wrong ratios causing soft spots or failed repairs.

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Sun-powered repair kits trusted by 40,000+ surfers worldwide. Don't miss your next session.

Trusted by 40,000+ surfers in 60+ countries.

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