Just as I called it a few days back, Kelly Slater has indeed returned and has taken the win at the 2009 Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro. He stumbled a bit at the start of the event, placing second in his first round heat... Click the link above to get stoked!
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Surf News: Daily Stoke.com
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Kelly Slater returns to form, wins 2009 Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro
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Happy Fourth of July!
4 Jul 2009 | 7:10 amHappy Independence Day everyone! ‘Tis a time for beers and barbeques, fireworks, family and friends. Get out there and celebrate your freedoms to go surfing fulfill the “American dream”. Remember,... Click the link above to get stoked! -
SUP hottie - I guess Stand-up Paddleboarding isn’t SOOO bad…
4 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amThis is one of the only positives that comes to mind with respect to SUP and summertime. Is it summer yet? Click the link above to get stoked! -
Intel Shows Off a Web-Surfing Surfboard
4 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amI came across this bizarre display of ridiculous surf consumerism during a random Google search this morning. The article was originally published by ABC News on Oct 8, 2004 …the headline screaming: “Intel... Click the link above to get stoked! -
I can’t believe they had the balls to make the drop on those logs
3 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amSome vintage footage of surfers at Sunset, Pipe, Waiamea in the 1960s, including George Downing, Ricky Grigg, Greg Noll and Mike Doyle. As the narrator says a couple of looooooong rides into this video: “And... Click the link above to get stoked!
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Transworld Surf
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Kelly Slater Claims Santa Catarina Pro In Brazil
3 Jul 2009 | 2:41 pmThe Brazil contest actually got exciting as the surf picked up for the finals. Kelly ousts local hero Adriano de Souza. "I have all those guys right where I want them." -Kelly Slater. The title race just heated up... -
2009 Cali Rally Hype Clip
2 Jul 2009 | 6:21 pmTo follow all the mayhem, log on daily to www.calirally.transworld.net. Here's a little look at what happened last year... -
All American Ripping!
2 Jul 2009 | 5:43 pmSurfing USA! In celebration of 4th of July weekend we present an All American photo gallery highlighting some of America's best. Enjoy! -
Model Search: July
2 Jul 2009 | 5:09 pmJuly kicks off in high gear as Model Search entries from coast to coast compete for the title of Miss July. -
Things To Do in the Surfing World This Week July 2-6
2 Jul 2009 | 2:42 pmThings To Do in the Surfing World July 2-6. Get up to date on what's goin' on this week.
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Swell Blog
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The Daily InsaniTee for 7/4/2009: The Ryde Davey Jones Locker Tee
4 Jul 2009 | 12:01 amPLUS FREE SHIPPING! Today’s Daily InsaniTee: The Ryde Davey Jones Locker Tee. Pirates are cool. Don’t deny it, you think so too. Show your scurvy sailor side in a pirate tee with an all over belt print. Get it before it’s too late! The deal ends tonight at midnight PST. Get today’s InsaniTee! HERE *Use coupon code INSANITEE74 at checkout* -
The Daily InsaniTee for 7/3/2009: RVCA The Balance Part 2
3 Jul 2009 | 12:01 amPLUS FREE SHIPPING! Today’s Daily InsaniTee: RVCA The Balance Part 2 Tee . Because life doesn’t offer up many second chances, and this one helps up your score after that bad call you made with ordering a piña colada at the bar. Get it before it’s too late! The deal ends tonight at midnight PST. Get today’s InsaniTee! HERE *Use coupon code INSANITEE73 at checkout* -
The Daily InsaniTee for 7/2/2009: The Marericks M Wave Tee
2 Jul 2009 | 12:11 amPLUS FREE SHIPPING! Today’s Daily InsaniTee: The Mavericks M Wave Tee . Bigger is better. And Mavericks is one brand that represents a group with the biggest cojones of them all. From the Northern California break that sponsors one of the most insane waves in the world, Mavericks represents fierce competition, thunderous swells, and waves that would make even the manliest of man wet his panties. It’s a logo tee from the legendary Mavericks; gear that might as well come with a extra set of metric wrenches to aid your manhood. Get it before it’s too late! The deal ends tonight at midnight… -
The Daily insaniTee for 7/1/2009: The Wellen Sea Monster Tee
1 Jul 2009 | 12:01 amPLUS FREE SHIPPING! Today’s Daily InsaniTee: The Wellen Sea Monster Tee. Sea monsters are rad. So is Wellen. Logically, that makes this a rad tee. This premium quality, new tee from Wellen has innovative artwork and a precise fit that covers you up without holding you down. Get it before it’s too late! The deal ends tonight at midnight PST. Get today’s InsaniTee! HERE *Use coupon code INSANITEE71 at checkout* -
Twirlit Gets Styled for Summer With Swell!
30 Jun 2009 | 12:24 pmSwell was lucky enough to team up with the popular fashion/news/beauty/health/entertainment…blog, Twirlit, for a clip on Summer Fashion Tips. Our buyer hand-picked some of this season’s top looks and showed how you can mix and match each item to update your look and get more from each piece. Some of the featured picks: Billabong Silvana Dress Billabong Camille Skirt Quiksilver Loot Horse Tank Quiksilver Zephyr Cord Short Click here for the full list of styles featured in the segment If you haven’t heard of Twirlit yet, it’s time to get in the loop! It’s a…
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Custom Surfboards Review and Guide
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Channel Islands Biscuit
8 Jun 2009 | 6:47 pmChannel Islands Biscuit While visiting in Southern California, I had a chance to test drive a stock 5′2 Channel Island’s Biscuit at Leo Carillo and 1st Point Malibu. The stock 5′2 Biscuit features light glassing with dimensions of 5′2 x 19.75″ x 2.75″ and a three fin configuration. Upon first look, the amount of volume for such a short length is quite staggering but for those unsure of whether they’d be able to surf a board considerably shorter than normal is reassuring. Overall, the Biscuit looks like a thick and stubby disk with the wide point… -
George Ku - Hawaiian Surf Designs
7 Jun 2009 | 8:35 pmI started shaping in high school, around 1970….Worked for “Da Surf Hut” w/Jim McKinney. Got boards from Bob McTavish (the original egg) I designed a tri fin and thruster with concave bottoms which I was regularly teased about. Tried selling the idea to a few “reputable” shops with no avail….It was logical to me that the three fins would work better than one or two….The idea came to me after Joey Cabel won the Duke on a concave bottomed gun board. Shortly after, two Aussie’s went out on their twin fins and literally ate shit at Sunset. I give… -
Phiten Necklace for Surfer’s Neck
27 May 2009 | 1:57 amI know this isn’t really a surf product but I know a number of surfers suffer from neck pain, especially those paddling small boards, myself included. There have been times this year when my neck has been so sore that it would wake me up at night. Most of this pain originated from paddling tiny boards which required me to arch my back and neck (probably didn’t arch my back enough) and surfing way too long and every single day. That’s when I started getting some pretty bad neck pain. My mom had a Phiten necklace and decided to try it with a very skeptical outlook that it… -
GoPro Camera Review: Surf Hero
10 Jan 2009 | 9:44 pmThe cool guys at GoPro Camera were cool enough to send me their new wide angle GoPro Surf Hero digital camera. These are the same guys that made the original GoPro waterproof camera that straps to your wrist. I’ve been using a Pentax WP Optio camera for a while now but those only work when someone’s willing to take photos of you It took a while before the Surf Hero was released but it was well worth the wait. website: www.goprocamera.com I stuck the GoPro camera base plate on my 9′2 Kimo Greene longboard and surfed in tiny knee high waves in onshore conditions (see video… -
Kelly Slater Deep Six Pipeline Masters Surfboard
18 Dec 2008 | 5:14 amIf you watched the finals of the Vans Triple Crown 2008 Pipeline Masters contest, then you probably saw Kelly Slater’s stubby looking Al Merrick surfboard. I had heard the commentators talking about Kelly’s board, dubbed ‘Deep Six’, and how unique it was compared to most Pipe boards. His board reminded me of the boards I normally ride; flatter rocker, stubby nose, and slightly thicker and wider. Another odd part about his board was its round pin tail. Surfline.com was lucky enough to get their hands on the board and talk to Kelly about his new hybrid board. According…
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Surfing the Mag
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Out Of The Blue
1 Jul 2009 | 2:12 pmSURFING's Rob Gilley leads Ben Bourgeious and Jesse Hines into a Caribbean Fantasy. Caribbean surf travel photographs. -
60 Seconds With Ian Cairns - New USA Surf Team Head Coach
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Electric New Girl Behind the Scenes Videos June 2009
1 Jul 2009 | 11:02 amGo Behind-The-Scenes with the new Electric girl in the making of their latest ad featured in the August Issue of SURFING Magazine . -
Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D IMAX Film - Teahupoo Teaser
1 Jul 2009 | 10:22 amCheck out the Teahupoo Teaser from the new IMAX 3-D film Ultimate Wave Tahiti the latest giant screen production from The Stephen Low Company, presented in association with havoc, K2 Communications, and sponsored by Suzuki Automotive. -
Nike 6.0 Pier Pressure Day 2 Video
30 Jun 2009 | 3:06 pmCheck out the final day coverage at the 2009 Nike 6.0 Pier Pressure event in Huntington Beach CA
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Surfline Surf News
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(07/03) CLASH OF THE ICONS
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(07/02) RYAN PAYNE WINS XCEL SUPERTUBES SHOWDOWN
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(07/02) INTERVIEW: CJ HOBGOOD
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(06/29) SURFLINE HEALTH AND FITNESS: STAYIN' ALIVE
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(06/29) KEANU ASING WINS NIKE 6.0 PIER PRESSURE
31 Dec 1969 | 4:00 pmPerillo, Wilson + Thompson round out final of Grade-4 Pro Junior at HB
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Surfline.com Surf Wire
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(07/03) Sean Poynter and Cafe Karibo Ready for Second Annual "First Surf" Free Surf Clinic
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(07/03) Clash of the Icons: Occy vs. Curren at Jeffreys Bay
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(07/02) Surfrider and Sun Diego Boardshops Seek Help on Monday July 6 with "Morning After Mess Cleanup Day"
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Surfersvillage
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Special Menores Escuela Cantabra Surf Quiksilver/Roxy
3 July, 2009 : - - Hola Chicas, Ya estan los PRECIOS y PROGRAMA para el próximo CAMPS ESPECIALES MENORES & ESCUELA CANTABRA DE SURF QUIKSILVER & ROXY que tendrá lugar en la playa de Somo, del 5-19 de Julio. Recordaros también, que durante todo el verano hay cursos y camps enfocados a MENORES. -
Lay day for New South Wales Open Surfmasters Titles..
3 July, 2009 : - - Kiama, NSW -- Competition has been called off today at the NSW Open Surfmasters Titles due to a distinct lack of waves on the entire south coast of NSW. With offshore winds of up to 30 knots and an abating easterly swell, there was no other choice to call off the event for the day, as the Kiama and surrounding beaches resembled a lake. -
Taj Burrow to honor agreement with Creatures of Leisure
3 July, 2009 : - - Yallingup, Western Australia -- Western Australian based surf accessory company Creatures of Leisure, are pleased to announce a resolution of the recently reported dispute between Taj’s management company, and themselves. Taj will continue to ride for Creatures of Leisure until at least 2010 which marks the expiry date of the most recent 4 year agreement between the two parties. -
Kelly Slater defeats De Souza to win the Hang Loose Pro
3 July, 2009 : - - Imbituba, Santa Catarina -- Kelly Slater (USA), 37, reigning nine-time ASP World Champion, has claimed the 2009 Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro over an in-form Adriano de Souza (BRA), 22, in clean three-to-four foot (1 metre) waves at the main site of Praia Vila. -
Three Saffas advancing into final 16 at the Mr Price Pro..
3 July, 2009 : - - South Africa’s hopes of crowing a 2009 Mr Price Pro Ballito champion lie firmly in the hands of three talented KwaZulu- Natal South Coast surfers, all of whom advanced into the final 16 surfers during the R1.4 Million event this morning.
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Google News: Surfing
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King of the Surf Guitar at The Mex - Canada.com
4 Jul 2009 | 8:34 amKing of the Surf Guitar at The MexCanada.comLegendary 'King of the Surf Guitar', Dick Dale, and his band perform Friday, July 3 at The Mex in Courtenay. Available at: Sound Advice 1170 Cliffe Ave, and more » -
Former SMU football player paralyzed in surfing accident - TheChronicleHerald.ca
4 Jul 2009 | 2:03 amFormer SMU football player paralyzed in surfing accidentTheChronicleHerald.ca and returned for a third straight Vanier visit in 2003, suffered a paralyzing spinal cord injury last month while surfing on his honeymoon in Mexico. and more » -
Adventurous in Wash. paddle from atop surfboards - Seattle Post Intelligencer
4 Jul 2009 | 12:02 amAdventurous in Wash. paddle from atop surfboardsSeattle Post IntelligencerAnother person, said Campbell, had probably fallen under the spell of stand-up paddle surfing, which is booming in popularity. Stand-up paddle surfing and more » -
Sri Lanka Surf Champs at Arugam Bay build momentum - Global Surf News
3 Jul 2009 | 8:57 pmTelegraph.co.ukSri Lanka Surf Champs at Arugam Bay build momentumGlobal Surf NewsSurfersvillage Global Surf News, 3 July, 2009 : - - For the second day of the event competitors were greeted with perfect 4-6ft pumping waves at Arugam Bay. UK eases curbs on travel to Sri LankaHinduSri Lanka travel advisory revisedTelegraph.co.ukall 95 news articles » -
Apple, Acer and…Arrington? - New York Times
3 Jul 2009 | 6:35 pmTopNews United StatesApple, Acer and…Arrington?New York TimesThe purpose of the CrunchPad will be very simple: surfing the Web. Turn it on and up comes a browser. It is nothing more than “an Internet consumption CrunchPad Will Be a 'Dead Simple Web Tablet'SlashdotTech blog titan Michael Arrington's next big thing: HardwareBizjournals.comTechCrunch gets into hardware business with CrunchPad Inc!TechWhackGizmodo.com -VentureBeat -TopNews United Statesall 14 news articles »
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Save Trestles
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Surfrider Continuing Park Protection Efforts
16 Jun 2009 | 12:03 pmYesterday was an interesting day for State Parks. In case you haven't heard, the Legislature's Budget Conference Committee voted to eliminate funding for our state parks. BUT, the good news is that the committee also voted to enact the State Park Access Pass; which would allow Californians free day-use access to state parks Californians (and generate much-needed State revenues) by instituting a surcharge on vehicle license fees of non-commercial vehicles. In exchange for paying the fee, residents driving into state parks with a California license plate would receive free day-use… -
Urgent! Contactyour legislators. Tell them not to cut Park funding
28 May 2009 | 1:10 pmTrestles/San Onofre State Park Supporter, The good news is the park protection bills Surfrider has been following are moving through their respective committees and will soon make it to a full vote on the senate floor. If you need a refresher on the bills, visit www.savetrestles.org . Once they get to the floor, we will set up an action alert…we want to make sure these bills pass so the chances of a horrible proposal (i.e. like a toll road through a state park) will be down right impossible in other state parks! The bad news is that the Governor announced this week to… -
Legislation to protect state parks clears first hurdle
29 Apr 2009 | 10:40 amCalifornia ChronicleApril 29, 2009SACRAMENTO— Senate Natural Resources Committee voted today to approve legislation by Senator Lois Wolk (D-Davis) to protect the beauty and integrity of California´s state parks by preventing their conversion for private or corporate use. "Increasing development throughout the state has put considerable pressure on California´s state park system," Wolk said. "State parks are looked at as the path of least resistance for development projects, which pose significant threats to these diverse natural, historic and recreational resources." Wolk´s Senate Bill… -
Contact Your Senator to Protect State Parks
24 Apr 2009 | 4:03 pmRight now there are two critical bills going before the State Senate and we need you to contact your Senator and tell them to support SB 372 and SB 679. These bills have been introduced to establish much-needed processes and policies that protect our parks--so that ill conceived proposals (like toll roads through parks) will be impossible in the future. See below for a sample letter you can use when contacting your Senator.Next week, the Surfrider Foundation will be down at Trestles for the Nike Pro surf competition educating the public about our efforts to Save Trestles and to thank the… -
Surfrider Foundation hits the state Capitol in full force!
6 Apr 2009 | 2:39 pmWe recently participated in Park Advocacy Day where we met with elected officials to advocate for the protection and enhancement of our State park system. The Save Trestles campaign was featured as a key issue; and Surfrider was pleased to showcase our work on this campaign in order to provide legislators with a tangible example of why protecting parks is so important. Keeping in line with our Park protection efforts, we were also an expert witness at the Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee where we testified in support of SB 4 (the smoking ban on State Parks and Beaches). The bill…
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About.com Surfing / Bodyboarding
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Quit Dropping in Kooks
3 Jul 2009 | 2:16 amI saw it again during the good last swell. Even in this highly enlightened green-eco-retro-cool-daddy culture and in a world where there are more waves and methods of waveriding than... -
Innovation is Perspective
24 Jun 2009 | 6:59 amThis article is interesting in that Dogman lists the ten most significant surfing equipment innovations. Now I don’t necessarily agree with all his entries. For one, I don’t see photographic... -
Surfboard-soul Connection
18 Jun 2009 | 10:37 amBoard design and shaping have been a bone of contention in the surfing community over the last decade. But I see the biggest problem in that the surfer and his... -
Chicago, America's Next Surf City?
14 Jun 2009 | 12:55 amThat's doubtful on many levels, but the city government is making progress. This past week, city officials voted to allow surfers access to specific beaches with the aside that they... -
Surf into Summer
7 Jun 2009 | 6:53 amOkay folks, it's summer and the weather is perfect to learn how to surf. Don't be afraid. Guys are surfing in in Duluth, Minesota. They are paddle surfing in California....
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Women's Surf Camp
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Wishing you a Happy 4th of July
4 Jul 2009 | 6:29 amThere are some great fireworks in Maui to check out on 4th of July If you are looking for fireworks on Maui, check out the city of Lahaina and the Grand Wailea Resort. Also, there is a Rodeo in Makawao that’s a big hoot! Have fun and don’t blow off any fingers. -
Foods For Flexibility
2 Jul 2009 | 6:17 amEating right does make you feel good and flexible. Foods for flexibility, are wholesome, nourishing natural foods like chicken, fish, beans, whole grains (not wheat or corn), raw, unsalted nuts and seeds, avocado, olive oil, fresh fruits and vegetables. All green vegetables are considered very healing, so fill up on green beans, asparagus, broccoli, artichokes, zucchini, salad. Use lemon juice and olive oil for your dressing and stay away from any packaged food that has more than 200 mg of sodium per serving. Source: Yoga For Surfers Blog. At our SwellWomen and SwellCo-ed retreats, there… -
Surf’s Up on Maui’s West Side
30 Jun 2009 | 6:55 amPlenty of surfing to be had this summer! This summer has blessed Maui with tons of surf! I mean tons! It started in early summer and the surf continues on without any long lulls until the next swell. We get a breather of a day or two and then whamo!…surf’s up. This is turning out to be one of the best summer’s for surfing that Maui has seen in a long time. Come and join us for some exceptional waves. Click here for the Maui surf report and weather. -
Paia: Maui’s Coolest Little Town
28 Jun 2009 | 5:05 pmAn aerial view of my home town. Paia is Maui’s north shore old-style plantation town. Sometimes called a “hippy town”, it is in the center of the Windsurfing Capital of the World. It is quaint, colorful, and a part of Maui’s history that is fast disappearing elsewhere. Today it is hosting it’s First Annual Paia Fest with loads of activities for everyone. The first annual Paia Fest is today, June 28, from 12-10pm.Nowhere else can you find a line up of entertainment like the one planned for you by the town of Paia.Over twenty music acts and dozens of local artists… -
Yoga and Cartwheels at the Maui Film Festival
21 Jun 2009 | 2:57 pmsetting up for a headstand Not feeling Blissed-out? Try a Cartwheel. SwellWomen Guest Sandee Zahn and myself are blissed out. We had some time to kill at the Maui Film Festival so Sandee (SwellWomen guest extraordinaire) and I decided to entertain the masses by our awesome cartwheels shown here. The lawn at the Maui Film Festival was also a great venue for some yoga practice as well. I love you Sandee…thanks for all the laughs.
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Topix: Surfing News
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Surfrider recaps the 5th annual International Surfing Day
1 Jul 2009 | 11:49 pmSurfersvillage Global Surf News , 1 July, 2009 : - - San Clemente, Ca -- On June 20, surfers worldwide paddled out, and gave back in celebration of the fifth annual International Surfing Day, presented by Monster Energy. -
Wash down burgers, dogs with a South American red
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Pop Quiz: Margaret Tooke
30 Jun 2009 | 11:53 pmEach week The Advocate asks a different "quiz taker" for his or her current favorites in pop culture. -
Youth sports sign-ups: June 30, 2009
30 Jun 2009 | 12:10 amCAMARILLO CAMP: Steve Fraser, an Olympic gold medalist, who also coached Olympians and national teams, will be a guest at the Camarillo camp July 8-11. The camp will be held at Camarillo High. -
Outside Roundup: Women's outrigger team wins Pineapple Express
27 Jun 2009 | 9:29 amAt the Pineapple Express Outrigger Distance Races in Avila Beach last Saturday, the Akau Hana Outrigger Canoe Club's Master Women crew from Santa Cruz earned first-place medals, and the Santa Cruz Master Men crew earned second-place medals.
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Sidetracked
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Jam-packed albums, part II
3 Jul 2009 | 9:48 amIn yesterday’s post, I discussed jam-packed albums — those great records that are good from beginning to end. After I posted some of my favorites in that category, I asked some of my co-workers to nominate their favorite jam-packed albums. So today, I’m posting two of those responses — from photographer Dave Middlecamp and reporter Nick Wilson. DAVE MIDDLECAMP: This is what really separated the super stars from the hit and miss artists, if you could come up with a great album with flow that was worth getting up and flipping over. Usually a band had to make a… -
Jam-packed albums like "Thriller" are rare, but they do exist
2 Jul 2009 | 11:02 amMusic critics like to pick on the 70’s. They razz on disco, make fun of the crazy hair and excessive arena rock performances. But you know what? There was some really great music in that decade — including some remarkable disco tunes. The thing that annoys me about today’s music is how little artists respect the notion of the album. In fact, putting out a great album is no longer important. Rather, artists put out one or two decents songs and hope you’ll buy the entire album, which is usually crummy. (And yet the industry continues to whine about plummeting CD… -
For Michael Jackson, death sells
1 Jul 2009 | 9:23 amApparently, all Michael Jackson had to do to solve his financial problems was die. According to Billboard, sales of Jackson’s albums have skyrocketed after his death. While this won’t show up on the top ten list next week (Billboard doesn’t include older albums on its main, Billboard 200 list), MJ is back on top this week. In fact, last week, according to Billboard, Jackson sold 415,000 solo albums. The week before he sold just 10,000. That’s a pretty huge spike. His “Number Ones” album sold the most (108,000) while “The Essential Michael… -
More surfing dogs!
30 Jun 2009 | 2:23 pmI think in the old days there must have been more dog surfers. Because whenever I see a book with historic surf photos, there’s always a guy with a dog at the end of his board. Maybe back then people didn’t necessarilly walk their dogs. Rather, they merely rode with them. Which probably cut down on squirrel chasing. Come to think of it, I wish more dogs surfed. But then again there’s hope — as long as there are surfing dog contests. On July 11, the newest surf dog contest - the SurfinPaws Dog Jam – takes place in Huntington Beach. Then in September, the original… -
For Michael Jackson, it was over after "Thriller"
29 Jun 2009 | 10:03 amMichael Jackson was a supserstar before he even became a teenager. The Jackson 5, the group he fronted with his brothers, was a huge success, scoring several hit records and becoming a major marketing franchise. (You know you’re big when you have a cartoon series.) And his solo career was a success from the get-go. (”Off the Wall,” in 1979, sold 20 million.) But if Michael Jackson was a superstar in the 70’s, the album “Thriller” made him a mega superstar, putting him in the same elite class as Elvis and the Beatles. Interestingly, the first single…
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Surfing in Costa Rica
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Good Food for Cheap in Jaco
17 Jun 2009 | 7:21 pmThis is the first post of a long overdue promise of providing useful information about Jaco and the surrounding surf towns while you are here. We will begin to inform you about free internet cafes in Jaco, best places to eat in Jaco, best hotels in Jaco, and other information that you need while you [...] Related Posts No related posts. -
Calypso Cruise Tortuga Island Boat Landing
18 May 2009 | 4:15 pmere is a virtual tour of the beach landing on Tortuga Island. The previous virtual tour was taken on the beach, this tour is from the perspective of the boat deck. Again, please be patient with the loading of the tours as I am still trying to find out the best way to tweak the [...] Related Posts Tortuga Island Costa Rica Virtual Tour -
Tortuga Island Costa Rica Virtual Tour
18 May 2009 | 3:08 pmany people have asked me to post images of different areas around Costa Rica. Here is the best way I think to show what these areas look like and how it feels to be there. If you have visited these areas, you will know how accurate these virtual tours are of the specific location. Here [...] Related Posts Calypso Cruise Tortuga Island Boat Landing -
Blog Tip: Advanced Web Ranking
12 May 2009 | 5:31 pmOccasionally I will get email from other surf related bloggers who ask me about topics ranging from how to set up a blog to how to market the articles. Anyone who attempts to do this will soon learn that blogging is not as simple as just being able to write gibberish that will appeal to [...] Related Posts Support SurfinJaco.com with pingbacks or trackbacks Does FirePow really work? -
CBI/Doce Lunas Promotions Saves Alpha Blondy Costa Rican Concert
6 May 2009 | 5:21 pmWhen Alpha Blondy left the Doce Lunas SoundStage, packed up their amps, put the mics in their Pelican cases, and bid farewell to their hosts here in Jaco Costa Rica the behind the scenes drama begins to unfold. Here we obtained a press release which is posted in full without edits: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WORLD REGGAE CONCERT [...] Related Posts Big Concert Weekend here in Jaco Juan Luis Guerra Concert in Postponed WRSC and 91.1 La Radio to produce Tamarindo beach concert in January
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LEGENDARY SURFERS
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Jeff Clark Speaks Out
26 Jun 2009 | 9:18 amOver the past several years, it has been obvious that my vision and priorities are not in line with those of Mavericks Surf Ventures. I have had in the past, and continue to have, strong differences of opinion with the present CEO and Board about the direction, image and priorities of the company and the contest.The press release issued by Mavericks Surf Ventures this week stating that I ‘stepped down’ and I am ‘passing the torch to the next generation’ is wrong. The reality is that I was ousted as Contest Director by the current CEO.I must also note that, while the company’s news… -
The Unknown O.C. Surfer
18 Jun 2009 | 9:01 am"In honor of the unknown O.C. surfer talent," by Corky Carroll, Orange County Register ( corkysurf@aol.com ). -
Slater's Glass Slipper
17 Jun 2009 | 2:41 pmSam George looks at Kelly Slater's "Glass Slipper" ...See also the other vids in the Surfline series "If These Boards Could Talk" and join the Surfing Heritage Foundation. -
"Toll Road" Is Back!
12 Jun 2009 | 3:14 pmThey haven't given up on the really bad idea of the Toll Road that would ruin Trestles:After route fails, agency still wants 241 extension - OCRegister.com -
Women Greats - Late 1980s
12 Jun 2009 | 1:38 pmStumbled upon this really neat video of the great women surfers of the late 1980s:The write-up of the video goes like this:"This independent documentary film expands the surf film genre and features some of the most unique and visually stunning moments in women's sports cinematography. The film was shot on location in Tavarua, Fiji, a remote 30-acre island in the South Pacific that is surrounded by one of the world's best ocean reef breaks."Against this backdrop, charging ten-foot waves that pound the coral reef beneath, or inside the hollow of a perfectly-shaped "tube" - Surfer Girl captures…
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Coastal Surfing
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Surfboard Paddlers Smuggling Marijuana
4 Jul 2009 | 8:04 amTwo men were arrested when customs agents caught them towing a surfboard stacked with 141 pounds of marijuana. The men were paddling their surfboards while towing a third surfboard piled with camouflaged packages of weed. The smoke had an estimated street value of $84,000. source -
Surfers In A Bicycle Race?
3 Jul 2009 | 3:27 pmTeam Surfing USA, composed of Laird Hamilton, Tim Commeford (bassist for Rage Against the Machine), Don Wildman (founder of Bally Total Fitness), and Jason Winn (founder of Bonk Breaker Energy Bars) took part in a 3,000 mile “Race Across America” road cycling relay race last week to earn money for a charity. The team showed up in their board shorts and took some heckling for not taking the event very serious. However, the surfers showed up the hecklers by taking over first place in its category, that is, until a rival team’s support vehicle hit and… -
Build Some Karma - Help with Disabled Surf Camp
22 Jun 2009 | 2:28 pmThe Coastal Bend Surfrider Foundation will once again have the privilege of hosting the Disabled Surf Camp on June 28-29. This year we’ll be meeting in front of the Sand Castle Condominiums in Port Aransas at 6:00 PM each evening. We’ll need plenty of longboards, or soft tops if you have one, for our gathering on Sunday evening. On Monday evening soft top surfboards will be provided by Morgan Faulkner’s Surf Camp. We’re going to need at least 30 volunteers to help with this very stoking adventure. Please help, you will be glad that you did. DIRECTIONSTake… -
Sanuk - They Put A Smile on Dad’s Face
22 Jun 2009 | 11:26 amI bought my Dad a pair of Sanuk footwear last year for his birthday. It is the one pair of shoes (or sandals) that endlessly raves about. He loves them. Saturday I noticed that he had worn holes in the bottoms of his favorite pair. I decided to buy him another pair for Father’s Day. Wind & Waves has a great inventory of Sanuks. I found a pair and made my Dad’s day. No longer will my Mom have to hide her shame after toting around my father is his “hole-y” shoes. Hopefully this pair will make it until next year - when… -
Water Street Surf, Art & Music Festival
4 Jun 2009 | 7:43 pmYOU DONT WANT TO MISS THIS ONE!!!! From the Desk of Dan Parker!! BIG SHOTS!!! Texas Surf Photographers exhibit!! This exhibit will feature more than 150 smokin’ surf shots by 12 different surf photographers from up and down the Texas coast: Jimmy Metyko, Lance Gandy, Billy Hill, Mike Boyd, G. Scott, Dallas McMahon, Jon Steele, Wade Dunkin, Chuck Turkington Becky McCormack. My wife, Michelle, and I also threw some of our own work in. Each photographer gets his or her own part of the surf museum wall, and every photo will be accompanied by caption information on who is in…
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A Talented Surfer, No Matter the Locale
25 Jun 2009 | 9:00 pmBalaram Stack, with a willingness to surf in almost any conditions, has emerged from the Long Island scene to become one of the country’s top school-age surfers. -
A Tale of Family Life, Laced With Thrill Seeking, Adrenaline and Ambivalence
10 Jun 2009 | 9:00 pmNorman Ollestad’s memoir recounts a wild childhood and the plane crash that killed his daredevil father and left him, at age 11, stranded in a mountain blizzard. -
Ultimate Board Champ Mixes Waves, Ice and Wheels
21 Apr 2009 | 9:00 pmTo crown an all-around championship of skateboarding, surfing and snowboarding, the Ultimate Boarder contest in Southern California attracted 55 competitors. -
Transplanting the Legend of the Santa Cruz Surf
5 Apr 2009 | 9:00 pmOne of the founders of the Von Dutch clothing line, Bobby Vaughn, wants to make Rockaway the Santa Cruz of the East Coast. -
Surf’s Still Up, Legally, for Montauk Wave Riders
28 Mar 2009 | 9:00 pmOnly a few days remain until the end of the season for wave riders to legally appreciate the distinctive waters at the end of Long Island.
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Waterman Lifestyle
24 Jun 2009 | 5:00 pmThe “Waterman Lifestyle”…in the past few year’s this phrase has been taking the surfing and outdoor culture by storm. Australia to Hawaii, California to Africa, Asia and even Europe have embraced the Waterman Lifestyle. So what defines a “Waterman’ ( or Waterwoman)… I like to define it as someone who enjoys being in or on the water in a variety of ways, usually based on their geography and the water conditions at hand that ... -
Zen and the Art of Surfing
12 Jun 2009 | 5:00 pmGreg's book the Zen and the Art of surfing has some great short stories that will hit home with everyone! Each story has meaning that you and I can relate to during this long road trip we call life! Check out Greg's web site and see his artwork and order a copy of this enlightening collection of short stories.. Thanks Buddha -
Hawaii Now!
10 Jun 2009 | 5:00 pmI have just spent two of the most wonderful weekends of my life in Hawaii…Memorial Day and my birthday weekend. If you have never been to Hawaii, or never been here in the summer, take the opportunity of a lifetime and come now. Tourism is lower than it has been since they started keeping records. This means deals for you. This weekend my Lady and I stayed in Waikiki and acted like tourists. Wee stayed at a very nice hotel just a little off the strip (a lot ... -
Quiksilver King of the Groms
1 Jun 2009 | 5:00 pmQuiksilver "King of the Groms", you are supporting the next East Coast generation talent pool. We hope to see the pond grow to the likes of past generations. This EC qualifying event will run at Sebastian Inlet, waiting period starts June 6th to the 11th. The event has a lot of great history, and offers the unique "Skins" format that Groms have been frothing over. KOG U16 regional events will consist of a 3 stop ... -
Local Artists Exhibit at Cocoa Beach Surf Museum
14 May 2009 | 5:00 pmWe are blessed here in Brevard County. There are some many amazing things to do for everyone of every age group, around every corner, every day. Capt Keane, our daughter Tara and I had a chance to visit one of our favorite spots this past weekend, The Cocoa Beach Surf Museum. Being a family of both artists and surfers, it is easy to see why the museum is one of our favorite stops. We were greeted by a smiling Tony Sasso, though I personally have known him no other way. Tony is always a wonderf ...
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Tropical Blends Moku 11′7″ SUP Board
3 Jul 2009 | 11:00 amTropical Blends’ ’09 line of SUPs includes a board designed for the “big guy that wants to surf” says Jim Hayes (Tropical Blends owner). “If you’re in the 200+ weight range with a good set of skills, the Moku is 11’ 7” of surfing pleasure” Jim continues. At 31” wide, 4 1/2” thick [...] -
F-18 Sandwich Island Composites Race SUP
1 Jul 2009 | 6:54 pmThis is the latest creation from the mind of Mark Raaphorst and countless hours of R&D from his team. The F-18 is an 18′ full displacement hull type race board. I placed an order for one a couple months ago and cannot wait until it arrives. Check out this video: (click thumbnail to launch [...] -
Da Hui 4th of July SUP Race
1 Jul 2009 | 3:38 amI’m planning to be at the Hui o He’e Nalu Paddleboard Race on Saturday. Hope to see you there! For race details and entry form download the pdf here: Hui O He’e Nalu Independence Day Paddleboard & Stand Up Paddle Race -
Tropical Blends Wahine 10′6″ SUP Board
30 Jun 2009 | 11:00 amThe story behind Tropical Blends’ Wahine 10′6 x 30″ SUP board is one that every married man can relate to. Jim’s (owner of Tropical Blends) wife and a few of her girlfriends told him they wanted a board that would be easy to handle, stable and an all around good board to paddle up [...] -
Starboard SUP Sail
27 Jun 2009 | 11:00 amI took this video sometime last year when I went to visit Starboard in Bung Taco, Thailand. Svein Rasmussen, Starboard CEO, showed me this prototype wind sail. Svein unrolled the SUP sail, which he said is to convert the 12’6” sup board into a windsurfer or a wavesailer. He said that they made this windsailer extremely [...]
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Northeast Surfing.com » Blog Archive » On The Edge The Summer of 69′
4 Jul 2009 | 3:42 pmIn the summer of 69′ Narragansett was the surfing mecca of New England. It was perhaps also the height of insanity. Anti-war demonstrations involving hundreds of thousands of students were happening all across the country. ... -
Storm Surf | Foam Magazine - The Home of Bellarine Surfing, 13th ...
4 Jul 2009 | 3:05 pmLATEST UPDATE: 8:07AM Size: 5 foot Swell: Messy SW Wind: Moderate S-SW Ocean: Messy Crowd: Empty 8:07AM It's the biggest its been in quite a while. -
what to do with a key while surfing? - PriusChat Forums
4 Jul 2009 | 11:49 amI just bought my Prius yesterday and just started surfing a few weeks ago. But now the question is what do I do with my fob while I am in the ocean? I. -
Surfing The Mets - NY Daily News
4 Jul 2009 | 10:17 amAdam Rubin has been the Daily News' Mets beat writer since 2003. He is a Long Island native and author of "Pedro, Carlos and Omar: The Story of a. -
Happy Fourth of July! | Surfing | Surfing News for Surfers
4 Jul 2009 | 7:10 amHappy Independence Day everyone! 'Tis a time for beers and barbeques, fireworks, family and friends. Get out there and celebrate your freedoms to go.
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Lil smoker
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Ready for winter?
3 Jul 2009 | 4:56 pmThe search for rideable waves around these parts has become rediculous. Stumbled upon a few early that immediatly turned to carp. Not even going to attemp getting anywhere near the beach tomorrow, as HQ was already locked down by the locals claiming spots. -
Glass Chant
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Where's Waldo?
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Found Talent
30 Jun 2009 | 10:37 pmAurgasm is a great little site to get a glimpse into the outside.. of the norm. I've found a couple great artists, and recommend bookmarking this location.
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The Barrister Blog
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Website recommendation: Seed to Plate
1 Jul 2009 | 6:19 amHeads up for a great website called Seed to Plate run by Peter Clements. It provides some great guides to growing vegetable including a plot designer, a sowing calendar, grow guides and some really excellent video lessons. To visit the site, click here. -
Article in Devon Life: Scribblings from the Surf
27 Jun 2009 | 6:09 amThe first in a new series entitled 'Scribblings from the Surf'. For more information on Devon Life, click here. To read the article, see the text below or click on the pictures of the original article below that.SCRIBBLINGS FROM THE SURFCelebrated blogger Baby Barista, aka Tim Kevan, swapped life at the bar in London for living by the ebb and flow of the tide in North Devon. But what does it all mean? He asks, in the first of this new series. For anyone visiting North Devon, it’s almost impossible not to notice the effect that surfing has had on the local economy and culture from big brands… -
BabyBarista Book Launches
24 Jun 2009 | 9:49 amThere will be two launches of my forthcomnig book BabyBarista and the Art of War (Bloomsbury Publishing) which is based on the blog I write for The Times newspaper and which was described by broadcaster Jeremy Vine as "well-drawn, smartly plotted and laugh out loud". It's open house and a pay bar at both events with no guest list restrictions so please come along and bring your friends. Though just so we can get an idea of numbers, can you email approximate numbers to booklaunch@babybarista.com. Promises to be a big night on both occasions! Details of the two events are below. Reviews of the… -
My funniest interview on The Jeremy Vine Show
22 Jun 2009 | 10:14 pmThis was several years ago and the subject up for debate was the right to protect your property from burglars. I remember at the time that the caller raised more than a few smiles in the studio! Click here to listen. -
Chasing Dean: two great reviews
22 Jun 2009 | 1:21 pmAuthor Tom Anderson has scored a monumental hit with his new book 'Chasing Dean' in which he goes on a road trip in search of hurricane surf. He's had a great couple of well-deserved great reviews just recently in The Times and The Daily Telegraph.
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Is a reef break the best place to drop bombs on!?
30 Jun 2009 | 12:24 pmProtect Our Waves campaign actionSurfers Against Sewage’s (SAS) new campaign Protect Our Waves (POW) had it’s first action this month, The Gathering, a mass paddle out, in collaboration with local campaign group Access BroadBench Association (ABBA). Over 350 surfers from across the nation joined SAS and ABBA and paddled out at Kimmeridge Bay on International Surfing Day. The action called on the Secretary of State for Defence to allow surfers’ access to Broadbench, a special wave found on the outer boundary of a Ministry of Defence (MoD) firing range.Broadbench is a quality wave in… -
Chinese demand for shark fin could cause extinctions
29 Jun 2009 | 12:58 amA third of the world's open-water sharks — including the great white and hammerhead — face extinction, according to a conservation survey that singles out overfishing as the main culprit. The survey of 64 species of open-water sharks and rays by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature notes the demand for shark fins, considered a Chinese delicacy, has soared along with income levels in China in the past decade. Flinders University shark ecologist Charlie Huveneers says the proportion of sharks endangered was higher for the open-water sharks than for sharks in general,… -
Western Australia monster slabs
22 Jun 2009 | 8:55 amIn this media soaked world of ours we are bombarded by endless images of incredible waves and surfers so it takes something remarkable to stand out from the crowd these days, but thats just what an elite few over in Western Australia manage to do time after time.With every session that WA based photographer Russell Ord captures the waves seem to get heavier and the shots more critical. This is a recent shot taken of Ozzy charger, Alfie Cater buried deep in the pit of a wave so thick it looks like the ocean is landing on his head!Fair play lads!For more info visit-http://www.russellord.com/ -
Access to UK reef break threatened by the British Military
19 Jun 2009 | 1:27 amSurfers Against Sewage’s (SAS) new campaign Protect Our Waves (POW) is having its first action, The Gathering, a mass paddle out, in association with local campaign group Access BroadBench Association (ABBA). Surfers from across the nation will paddle out at Kimmeridge Bay at 11am on Saturday the 20th of June, which is International Surfing Day. The action will call on the Secretary of State for Defence to allow surfers’ access to Broadbench, a special wave found on the outer boundary of a Ministry of Defence (MoD) firing range. PHOTOCALL: 11am, Saturday the 20th of June, in front of… -
How far North can you surf? The Iceland experience
16 Jun 2009 | 8:11 amThe name says it all, Iceland, you just know its going to be cold. Not far from the Artic circle there are few places further north than this where surfing is possible, but the surf bug has hit Iceland in a big way and theres a small band of hardcore individuals leading the crusade, increasing the sports popularity and teaching their nation to surf. Heres a little more about Icelandic surfing from our friends at surf.is:"Surfing in Iceland has been kind of a hardcore sport until now, put its becoming more popular as we have introduced the sport to the public with our one day learn to surf…
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3 Jul 2009 | 8:50 pmMayer getting a nice grav wave... small winter swell... luke photogLocation: Perth City, Australia
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The Shakatail Society
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5'6" Mini-Bonzer!
1 Jul 2009 | 7:35 pmFor sale out of the Moonlight Glassing showroom: A really useful little surfboard, 5'6" mini 5 fin Bonzer handshaped by Malcolm Campbell.5'6" length x 19 5/8" width x 2 1/2" thickness.5/4 oz glassing with 2 color resin tint airbrush. Red glass-on sidefins w/center box. Center fin included.Interested? Contact us on the Bonzer Hotline 760-891-0919or email: bonzersurfer@gmail.comSurfy Surfy online store -
New Surf Film: Dear & Yonder
30 Jun 2009 | 11:32 pmDear & Yonder is a new surf film by Thomas Campbell's wife, Tiffany Campbell. It's an all girls surf movie produced by Roxy, a surf themed clothing company. I personally feel that segregated surf films are unnecessary however Dear & Yonder looks pretty good. You can catch the premier Thursday, July 2nd at the historic La Paloma theatre in Encinitas, CA (the 3rd best surf town in America).Dear & Yonder official website.Surfy Surfy online store -
Warm Egg vs Cold Egg
30 Jun 2009 | 11:07 pmTop photo-Jeff Nelson surfing a 5 fin Bonzer egg in warm water.Bottom photo-Jacob Campbell surfing a 5 fin Bonzer egg in cold water.Surfy Surfy online store -
Slingerland Shortboards
30 Jun 2009 | 12:01 amA unique trio of boards from Mike Slingerland.Surfy Surfy online store
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Just Do It Laird!
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Laird SDS in Action
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The Fingerprint
30 Jun 2009 | 8:56 amLaird's fingerprints are everywhere these days. Where does he find the time? Thanks to reader copeland for the laugh! -
Puget Sound
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Broken Tourist
26 Jun 2009 | 7:57 amI love it when I see non-surfers in Hawaii, Costa Rica, etc. posing with a broken surfboard and throwing a broken shaka! I'm sure that it's something that the folks back in Iowa find fascinating. Come to think of it, the next time I'm driving through Riverside, I'm going to find a hubcap on the side of the road and stop for the photo op!
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Kolohe Andino Sets NSSA Title Record
3 Jul 2009 | 3:24 pmVol. 2, Issue 27, July 3-9, 2009 By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times Local surfers dominate at NSSA Nationals claiming 10 titles collectively The 2009 NSSA National Championships saw many local surfers on the podium but the biggest story of the contest was written by the record breaking performance of San Clemente's own Kolohe Andino. -
Doheny Longboard Menehune Surf Champs grows groms
1 Jul 2009 | 3:06 pmSurfersvillage Global Surf News , 30 June, 2009 : - - The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association held its13th annual menehune contest this past Saturday at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, Calif. -
Longboard your way to freedom
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Yakult HB Pro & Gidget Pro to host free PLA surf school
19 Jun 2009 | 8:26 pmSurfersvillage Global Surf News , 19 June, 2009 : - - The Professional Longboard Association is excited to announce that the Women's title sponsor, Gidget Worldwide will be holding a free surf school on Saturday June 20th for kids of all ages. -
Yakult U.S.A. Inc new sponsor for 2009 PLA Surf Series
18 Jun 2009 | 12:45 pmSurfersvillage Global Surf News , 17 June, 2009 : - - The Professional Longboard Association is pleased to announce Yakult U.S.A. Inc.
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Kelly Slater Rebounds to Claim Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro Over De Souza
3 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amHang Loose Santa Catarina ProStop No. 4 of 10 on the 2009 ASP World TourImbituba, Santa Catarina, BrazilJune 27 – July 5, 2009 Kelly Slater Rebounds to Claim Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro Over De Souza Pictured: Kelly Slater (USA), 37, reigning nine-time ASP World Champion, has rebounded from an uncharacteristically dismal start to the year to take out the 2009 Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro over an in-form Adriano de Souza (BRA), 22.Credit: © ASP/ CI/ CESTARI via GETTY IMAGESIMBITUBA, Santa Catarina (Friday, July 3, 2009) –Kelly Slater (USA), 37, reigning nine-time ASP World Champion,… -
2009 Transworld Surf "CALI RALLY"
1 Jul 2009 | 8:07 amBragging rights are on the line as REEF faces off against Lost,Analog, and defending champions, Biillabong, for the prestigious2009 Transworld Surf "CALI RALLY." Consisting of 10 days ofsurfing and shenanigans up and down the West Coast from San Diegoto Santa Cruz, the event will kick of July 6th -15th. REEF'SGlobal Athlete Manager, Heath "Nutty" Walker has had his work cutout for him to hand pick his elite4-man team, but without furtherado, here is the line-up. Heading the Rally will be REEF's Global Athlete Coordinator Amy"All In" Delee as team manager. Delee states, " We have a toughjob… -
Joy Monahan to Defend ASP Longboard Title at Roxy Jam Biarritz
1 Jul 2009 | 8:00 amRoxy ASP WomenÂ’s World Longboard Championships (WWLC) ASP WomenÂ’s World Longboard Title Decider La Côte des Basques, Biarritz – France July 10-14, 2009 Joy Monahan to Defend ASP Longboard Title at Roxy Jam Biarritz Image from www.roxyjam.comCOOLANGATTA, Australia (Thursday, July 2, 2009) – Reigning ASP WomenÂ’s WorldLongboard Champion Joy Monahan (Oahu, HAW), 23, will defend her title at theupcoming fourth edition of the Roxy ASP WomenÂ’s World Longboard Championships(WWLC), from July 10 to 14, 2009, at La Côte des Basques in Biarritz, France. Monahan, whose first… -
ASP Top 45 Steam Through Hang Loose SC Pro, Slater relegated to Round 2
27 Jun 2009 | 10:14 amHang Loose Santa Catarina Pro Stop No. 4 of 10 on the 2009 ASP World Tour Imbituba, Santa Catarina, Brazil June 27 – July 5, 2009 ASP Top 45 Steam Through Hang Loose SC Pro, Slater relegated to Round 2 Pictured: Mick Fanning (AUS), 28, former ASP World Champion (2007) and current ASPWorld No. 3, was in sizzling form in his Round 1 victory over Aritz Aranburu (EUK),23, and Nathaniel Curran (USA), 24, at today’s Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro. Credit: © ASP/ CI/ CESTARI via GETTY IMAGES IMBITUBA, Santa Catarina (Saturday, June 27, 2009) – Round 1 of the Hang LooseSanta… -
Ekkarat Sriden Takes Men’s Open Win at Quiksilver Thailand Surf Series Monsoon Riders Contest at Kalim Beach in Phuket
26 Jun 2009 | 8:40 amEkkarat Sriden Takes Men’s Open Win at Quiksilver Thailand Surf Series Monsoon Riders Contest at Kalim Beach in PhuketPosted on 17 June 2009 by Joob 15 June 2009, Phuket –Thailand: Ekkarat Sriden of Kamala Beach used his small wave prowess to full effect in a challenging final at Kalim Beach on Sunday to take the top spot in the Men’s Open division at the first contest of the three event Quiksilver Thailand Surf Series in the beautiful world class tourist destination of Phuket.
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Surf on The Gower all weekend and Sri Lanka too!
4 Jul 2009 | 1:15 amPic: above from GowerLive and The Wormshead Hotel, Rhossili offering waves all day today with protection from the Southerly winds just like the headland at South Fistral does. Talking of Fistral it has been pretty quiet there at the moment... -
I Love Mumbles in the summertime
3 Jul 2009 | 11:20 amNothing like driving back home after a trip away, along the Mumbles road when the sun is out and sea sparkling... Of course like most surfers here, constantly checking to see if there are any signs of swell indicating which... -
The original surfers spotted enjoying waves at Rhossili
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Atlantic Surf all week looking good for the weekend as well
1 Jul 2009 | 2:29 amWaves from the South West all week, perfect for surfing lessons and hire. Surfing lessons and hire Newquay Surfing lessons and hire Gower Places to stay Newquay Places to stay Gower and Swansea Pictures surfing newquay Pictures holidays in Cornwall... -
Empty waves and sun mid week in the South West
30 Jun 2009 | 4:23 amKentos heading out for another wave on an empty Cornish beach whilst a nice south west Atlantic swell heads to the coastline. Going to have a surf later at low tide then head back to Gower as working there this...
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Loa Tree Redwood Blanks & Boards, The Women & The Waves in Ventura
2 Jul 2009 | 8:14 pmThis image that I captured during this year's Rincon Classic is pretty trippy, don't you think? Like something out of a Jules Verne novel...Loa Tree Announces Special Summer OfferingsAlaia Redwood Craze Takes Root LocallyDavid Fortson is proud to announce that he's got an available supply of Redwood Surfboard/Alaia Blanks that came from locally reclaimed redwood. They measure 9 feett tall, 3/4 inches thick and 18 inches wide -- perfect blanks for making your own Alaia board or making a beautiful board to hang on your wall. They're super eco-friendly. Also… -
Point Mugu Surf Contest 2009 (PMSC2): "Registration is now open"
29 Jun 2009 | 8:46 pmPHOTO: J SHAFERNBVC Pt. Mugu Now Accepting Entry Forms For 2nd Annual Surf ContestAugust 22 - 23, 2009Don't miss this extremely rare opportunity to compete at one of the most heralded yet inaccessible breaks on the entire California Coast, legendary Point Mugu on the Ventura County Naval Base. Open registration runs July 8 – 17, 2009. Advanced registration is required!Entry Fee: Military $20 / Civilian $100 Divisions: Body Boarder, Juniors, Women, Longboard, Military, OpenPlease visit the Navy's Navy's website for more information. -
Bringing Sexy Back
25 Jun 2009 | 9:43 amSanta Barbara, CA - What happens when contemporary art meets surfboard wax? Avid surfers and contemporary artists Sean Anderson and Benjamin Anderson in collaboration with Zog’s Sex Wax have made the magic happen. With a nod from Mr. Zog, the duo has created a series of multicolored wax sculptures, constructed completely out of surfboard wax. Art collectors and surfers, meet Sexy Skull. Sexy Skulls will be released at the opening of Rogue Wave, a contemporary survey of surf art on the 27th of June at the Anderson Art Collective. Seven limited editions of the skull will be… -
No Speculation Necessary; Christ Child [ El Niño ] Driving Southern-Hemi Surge
19 Jun 2009 | 8:15 amTasty or what? Drive South earlier this weeks yields delicious variety of succelent tubes.Southern-Hemi Swells Continue to Light Up South CoastA brief drive down the coast on Tuesday revealed that Southern-Hemi swell energy had reached its peak, and every South-facing spot that I passed was firing (and I mean every!). What a treat this has been, a nice run of quality Summer surf following arguably the worst Winter season in history. The best news is that the prospects for this to continue are more than favorable, as El Niño has taken up residence in the Eastern… -
Southern-Hemi Summer Fun, El Niño Returns, Surfrider Foundation Benefit
13 Jun 2009 | 9:23 pmDave Johnson takes a break from shaping boards today in Northern SB County Young Ben Peet jazzed the glass at a Northern Goleta spot last week. Flat in Town But Fun Surf Found Nearby The Southern Hemisphere has been pretty active lately, sending a steady pulse our way for the past couple of weeks, Whether travelling North or South, surfers have been scoring some pretty fun surf - particularly in the early-morning and late-afternoon sessions. Sea surface conditions have been clean and glassy on the tail ends of the day... Don't Look Now, but He May Be Back Several key…
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Uluwatu Perfection
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Watching Pandang Pandang - Bali
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Super Slow Motion Surf Video in South Pacific
26 May 2009 | 9:26 amIf you think you’ve seen it all, here comes something that tells you’re wrong. These images from the Australian shaper and free-surfer Dylan Longbottom are part of a series shot for BBC TV in super slow motion and high definition at 20 times the speed of a normal HD camera (here’s a photo of the camera used, a TyphoonHD4). The action took place in the South Pacific, in the islands of Micronesia, , where 12 foot monster barrel were breaking into the world class reef break. Dylan Longbottom is known for pushing the traditional limits of aerial surfing and big wave surfing. He…
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Saturday, 07/04/09 at 8:38AM PDT
4 Jul 2009 | 8:46 amHappy 4th of July! Unfortunately the ocean is looking like all its fireworks have sizzled out leaving us with some slow burning embers as remnants. At the moment we have a moderate breeze out of the west creating some texture and chop out there with waist to shoulder high waves sort of lazily crumbling away. On occasion, a fast, little crumbling, chopped filled shoulder makes an appearance to snag, but just like going to a fireworks show in the fog, all the effort getting there is not really worth the reward. However, if you have nothing going on and plan on eating your body weight in… -
Shark Sighting in Pacifica on Saturday, June 27, 2009
3 Jul 2009 | 4:16 pmThe following report of a shark sighting at Linda Mar in Pacifica is courtesy of the Shark Research Committee: Linda Mar Beach — On June 27, 2009, Zack Ehrlich was surfing at Linda Mar Beach, Pacifica by Crespi. It was 12:45 PM under a sunny sky with a temperature of about 70 degrees Fahrenheit. He was about 100 yards from shore. Ehrlich reported the following: “No other marine mammals were observed in the area. The seal was already dead when I saw the shark 15 minutes later. Did not look like a dolphin fin or a live seal. I was about 30 or 40 yards away from it. I saw the tip of a… -
Bag of Toys Gig in San Francisco on Friday, July 10, 2009
3 Jul 2009 | 4:02 pmBag of Toys, a SF band comprised of some local surfers, plays the Great American Music Hall (O’Farrell at Polk) on Fri., July 10. They will be debuting new music. Opening acts are Diego’s Umbrella and Sean Tabor. Tickets are $14 and it is an all ages show. -
5th Annual International Surfing Day Report Card
3 Jul 2009 | 3:35 pmThe following is a press release from Surfrider.org regarding the success of the 5th Annual International Surfing Day on June 20, 2009: 5th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SURFING DAY A SUCCESS Worldwide Event Continues To Grow and Draw in More Participants San Clemente, CA (July 1, 2009) – On June 20, surfers worldwide paddled out, and gave back in celebration of the fifth annual International Surfing Day, presented by Monster Energy. Founded by Surfing Magazine and the Surfrider Foundation, ISD celebrates the sport of surfing and raises awareness about issues affecting our oceans, waves and… -
Beach Cleanup at Montara on Sunday, July 5, 2009
3 Jul 2009 | 3:21 pmFrom our friends at the Surfrider San Mateo Chapter: Join the San Mateo County Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation and the LIVE 105 Action Team for another beach cleanup, Sunday, July 5 from 12:00–2:00 PM at Montara State Beach in Montara for our annual post-4th of July cleanup! We’ll provide gloves and bags (but if you want to bring your own, go for it!) plus there’ll be free tickets to the advance screening of Bruno, passes to the Alameda County Fair and other fun freebies from LIVE 105 (while supplies last) for whoever finds the coolest piece of used firework or hauls…
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Erick's Wanderlust Blog
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First day of cleaning Windsong.
28 Jun 2009 | 2:51 pmYesterday Jenny and I went to spend the day on Windsong getting as much done as we could. The plans for the day were:Clean as much of the interior surfaces as we could,Take home all of the "stuff" that had been cleaned out of the boat (charts, galley stuff, equipment, spares, manuals, books, etc.) to inventory,Inspect the boat further as outlined in Inspecting the Aging Sailboat,Begin to survey the engine and electrical system,Inspect the running rigging and figure out replacement optionsAbsorb being on the boat!We did just about all of that. We started by cleaning the insides with a mixture… -
Back in the Country, ready for Windsong
26 Jun 2009 | 9:23 am"There aren't many experiences more ripe with promise than buying a boat."I spent this past week readjusting to life back at home from vacation. Costa Rica was a great adventure with some of the best waves I have ridden in many years. It had its ups and downs, and I'll be sure to post a good story about the whole trip once I have the time. Work didn't pile up too much over the week so this week wasn't all too bad.I am extremely happy to be back for Windsong though. This weekend I plan on spending a whole day up there with the boat doing inventory, cleaning, and putting together an initial… -
Closing on Windsong
12 Jun 2009 | 6:14 amI apologize for lack up updates recently, especially as I am in the process of buying Windsong. It has been a very turbulent time in the past few weeks getting everything together to close on the boat and getting ready for vacation. My wanderlust takes me back to Costa Rica tomorrow for a week of beautiful surf, food, countryside and friends. I've been to Costa two times before and each time was amazing, good enough to go back a few times I guess! So if all goes well I'll have a write up of the trip when I come back for your enjoyment.So let me catch you up on what has happened so far with… -
Financing Approved
2 Jun 2009 | 7:20 amI just got off the phone with the bank and my financing for Windsong has been approved!!! All that's left is to do the sea trial and survey this weekend.The reality of this is slowly sinking in, but hasn't really hit yet. I'm excited yet nervous. -
OMG!
1 Jun 2009 | 10:31 amI can't reveal too much yet, and it's not completely final, but Windsong (the Downeaster 38) could be mine in three weeks time! I saw it this weekend, inspected it thoroughly and decided I wanted it. I made an offer on it, submitted my deposit and now I just have to secure financing. This weekend I give it a sea trial, and once the financing is complete, the boat will be mine!I'll be sure to write up a big post about this whole process with the boat, but I need to focus my time elsewhere right now. Cross your fingers all goes well!
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WaveWatch
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Kelly Slater Claims 2009 Santa Catarina Hang Loose Pro
4 Jul 2009 | 10:20 amKelly Slater reigning nine-time ASP World Champion has claimed the 2009 Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro over an in-form Adriano de Souza in clean three-to-four foot waves at the main site of Praia Vila. View the complete article on Surfer Magazine -
2009 Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro Marches On
3 Jul 2009 | 8:20 amAdriano de Souza was in sensational form this morning at the 2009 Santa Catarina Hang Loose Pro, navigating the pulsing lefthanders with ease to net the highest heat total of the day. View the complete article on Surfer Magazine -
Grant Washburn Discusses Jeff Clark and the Future of The Mavericks Contest
2 Jul 2009 | 6:00 amThere is plenty of good media coverage of Mavericks with or without the contest. View the complete article on Surfer Magazine -
Big Surf Wipes Another Event Off the Already Spotty Women’s Tour
2 Jul 2009 | 6:00 am“When I first heard they were thinking about canceling it, I was pretty devastated because I’d just flown halfway around the world, wasting a lot of time and money for nothing.” View the complete article on Surfer Magazine -
Alligator Slithers through the Surf at Satellite Beach
2 Jul 2009 | 6:00 amBelieve it or not, an eight-foot-long creature slithered its way through the salty waves of Satellite Beach, Florida on Thursday, June 25. View the complete article on Surfer Magazine
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Progress Surfing news
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Surf's looking good all week and for the weekend on Gower, perfect for a taster session
30 Jun 2009 | 9:19 amYeah so the surf looks like it's going to be good all week long this week...Woop Woop! Why not take the plunge and get yourself booked in for a taster session at Llangennith or Caswell We now offer the best value for money surf lessons on Gower: To book your taster surfing lessons with Swansea & Gower surf school Contact us Swansea & Gower surf blog: www.blog.swanseasurfing.com -
Yes...The surf is back for Gower... Woo Hoo!!!!
29 Jun 2009 | 1:31 amYep the waves are looking really nice at Llangennith today 2-3 feet and gentle off shore breezes...That's what dreams are made of! If you can, drop what you are doing and get down the beach...Make the most of summer! This is the current surf condition taken from the worms head hotel Perfect for longboards, swell boards and soft boards, perfect for learning to surf I'm gonna get out there on my little Santa Cruz fish- Have Fun! Swansea & Gower surf blog: www.blog.swanseasurfing.com -
Kieth Usher of Gower Surfing fame is in G-Land!
25 Jun 2009 | 1:56 amI was just checking through photos from friends on FaceBook and came across Kieth's latest shots. I was so impressed I thought I'd post one of my favourite shots. I was chatting to Kieth just before he left for Bali. I thought he was going on your average pleasure cruz around Bali but the guy is going for it...Good on Ya Kieth! Kieth Usher Grajagan, Indonesia: Swansea and Gower surf blog: www.blog.swanseasurfing.com -
O’Neill Cold Water Classic South Africa is ON
23 Jun 2009 | 3:59 amStop No. 3 of five on the O’Neill Cold Water Classic Series is underway and anticipating one of the biggest swells of the year to pummel South Africa’s shores is what should make for wild conditions in Cape Town for the ASP WQS 4-Star event. The first two days of the contest have offered up some chilly barrels for its competitors and who knows what will happen if the predicted swell lights up the coast. Make sure to check it out!O’Neill CWC Website: Check out the contest at: http://www.oneill.com/cwc/southafrica Swansea & Gower surf blog: www.blog.swanseasurfing.com -
Great Value Stag & Hen surf weekend Gower & Swansea
23 Jun 2009 | 2:59 amTo book your surfing activity days & for further information Contact Us For surfing lessons at Llangennith & Caswell at short notice call Dan: 07966676038 For more great deals on surfing lessons & hire in Gower check out www.swanseasurfing.com Swansea & Gower surf blog: www.blog.swanseasurfing.com
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Board Society
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Clay Marzo making his mark - don’t stop!
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Get Her Look: Alana Blanchard
2 Jul 2009 | 11:27 amAt age 19, Alana Blanchard is known as one of the most talented female surfers hailing from Kauai.In 2007 Alana dominated the Pipeline Championship in Hawaii and got 1st place! Now she’s on tour for the first time with the ASP Women’s World Tour! Alana sports a natural upbeat year round summer vibe that she gets from growing up in Hawaii. If you’re interested in getting her look, check out this gear: Check out the O’Neill Flower Child Tank, and Hurley’s Boyfriend YC Denim short for a laid back island style look. Be Happy! -Kacee -
Davis: The Next Breed
2 Jul 2009 | 11:19 amKiller Dana team rider, Luke Davis has one of the cleanest styles of any grom out there. That must be why Surfline.com has recognized him, along with his crew of fellow rippers as the next breed to come out of the shralping hot bed that is San Clemente. These kids are for real. Check it. The Next Breed. -
Weekly Playlist
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Smith Vs. Geiselman
1 Jul 2009 | 4:09 pmWith all the hype surrounding Jordy Smith’s best rodeo flip ever, another air has gone semi un-noticed. Eric Geiselman is one of the best aerialists out there and recently stomped one of the cleanest kerrupt flips I have ever seen. Granted, both airs are completely insane, but it seems there may be some pro’s and con’s to each one. While Jordy’s rodeo may be argued to be a more difficult maneuver to pull off so clean, Eric’s Kerrupt flip was about as smooth as a surf maneuver can get, let alone an air. No matter which one is considered to be better, I bow down to…
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The Surfing Blog
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San Clemente Surf Shop: Catalyst Shop
3 Jul 2009 | 10:48 amThe Catalyst Surf Shop in San Clemente has quite a bit of history behind it. It was once a church, and then was owned by several local shaping legends over the year:, Herbie Fletcher, Rick James and Jimmy Nudo. The owners of Lost Surfboards now own the shop, and it is the best place around [...] -
First Look: Jamie O’Brien
1 Jul 2009 | 10:00 amI was talking to a good friend the other day about our common love for photography and cinematography and, while discussing some camera equipment, my friend told me about a guy by the name of Vincent Laforet. After reviewing his website, I found myself in awe of this photographers amazing ability to capture [...] -
Surfer’s Code: 12 Simple Lessons for Riding Through Life
29 Jun 2009 | 2:00 pmSomebody gave “Surfer’s Code” by Shaun Tomson to my dad a few weeks ago, so I picked it up for a read. Shaun Tomson is a world champion surfer and successful entrepreneur, and in “Surfer’s Code” he shares 12 lessons that he learned during his life. The first few lessons are titled: “I will [...] -
Surf Trip: Puerto Chicama, Peru
26 Jun 2009 | 9:27 amI recently got back from a surf trip to Chicama, Peru (where locals claim is the home of the longest left in the world), and to sum it up into one word, the trip was “amazing”. I have grown up in Southern California near some pretty incredible and well-known surf spots, and for [...] -
Future Fins for Quad: 340 Quad Rear Fins
24 Jun 2009 | 12:11 pmI stumbled across these Future Fins because I had no other choice, and now I love them. I bought my first quad at Surf n Sea a while back and was looking for a set of fins for it that same day. The shop was completely out of quad fin sets but they did have [...]
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Surfing Stoke
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Bobby & Mick’s Satellite Session
21 Jun 2009 | 12:20 pmAustralian photographer Peter Wilson (Joli) scored some crazy shots from a helicopter of Bobby Martinez and Mick Fanning towing into Kirra. Magicseaweed has more shots via World Pro Surfers. -
Clark Little video
17 Jun 2009 | 1:10 pmClark Little released a quick video of him shooting pictures to promote his Summer 2009 slideshow tour. Most photographers won’t risk going over the falls to get unique perspectives. Clark Little risks everything to get the shot and we thank him for it. Some of those waves look like they hurt. Find out more about the slideshow tour, events in Brazil, California, and Hawaii. -
Dirty Barrel
16 Jun 2009 | 2:27 pmAlex Wade over at Surf Nation posted this gorgeous barrel shot for the worthy UK based cause, Surfers Against Sewage. -
Somewhere in Algarve
16 Jun 2009 | 1:18 pmPortuguese photographer, Marco Domingos went on a little boat trip and brought back a few pictures. Check out the trip, Part 1 and Part 2 -
Holly Beck having fun with GoPro
8 Jun 2009 | 7:51 pmHolly Beck has been putting up some great video on youtube from mounted GoPro cameras. She’s gorgeous and rips, I think I’m in love. Check out a few of the vids. High tide and offshore A few quick waves at home Tailcam
