Ever since Bruce Brown let loose upon the surf world his “travel documentary” Endless Summer, the idea of travelling around the globe in pursuit of waves has been a much sought-after dream for surfers of all ages. From tiny groms to seasoned old fogeys, the romanticized dream of hopping on an airplane with nothing more than [...]
Book Review: Surf Ache by Gerry Bobsien , published by Walker Books Australia
The beach and the ocean are often the setting for Australian stories of teenage romance, reflection and sexuality. And understandably so! For many young Australians the coast is a place that is a central part of our world, our lives, our friendships, and [...]
Surfing legend Laird Hamilton says the ocean is one of the greatest teachers. “Simple laws and philosophies can be traced to the purity of the ocean,” says Hamilton, who created tow-in surfing, in which surfers are towed like water skiers into massive waves.
This year, the 44-year-old dives into some new waters. His clothing line — [...]
Rail Saver: The flat nylon strap that attaches the leash/leg rope to the surfboard. Helps prevent the tension from the leash causing damage to the tail of the surfboard and the rails.
Fading : The act of dropping into a wave and turning away from the steepest part of the face. Usually done as a positioning maneuver in lieu of stalling to get back into the pocket. (courtesy of Riptionary the Surf Lingo)
A surfer’s wish this holiday season eh? ‘That’s easy’ you say with a Grinch-like grin! No, dear friends, it is not for a bigger quiver of surfboards or a surf break alone to myself every dawn session (although those things are quite desirable too!). It has been many years since I have indulged in that [...]
Jason gave up surfing when he met a girl, and they got married. It seems that they needed more time together, and since she didn’t surf, that particular activity was first on the chopping block. Slowly, one day at a time, Jason disappeared from the line up. It didn’t happen all at once – the [...]
It is a well-known fact that there is increased interest and usage of recycled surfboards made from green foam blanks (60% recycled foam), eco friendly surf wax such as Matunas Surf Wax, green surf products like the Pickle Wax Remover, and even electric modes of transportation (from bicycles, scooters, and cars!) to your favorite surf break. Recycling and [...]
It may seem like an unimaginable ‘hop’ from the shores of the Hawaiian islands to the Pacific Ocean coast of Nicaragua, but expat and local Hawaii chef Kenny Nakai connected Hawaii’s taste and flavors to the Nicaraguan culture in San Juan del Sur. Known as “the place where Nicaraguans go for holidays”, this small Nicaraguan town – [...]
Dear Xcel Wetsuits:
I am a big fan of your line of surf wear and UV protective gear ever since I started surfing over 12 years ago. Although I have tried other brands and manufacturers over the years, it has been a tried and true experience that your brand far exceeds in quality and durability. Much [...]
Be an explorer…read, surf the internet, visit customers, enjoy arts, watch children play…do anything to prevent yourself from becoming a prisoner of your knowledge, experience, and current view of the world – Charles Thompson
Surfing, alone among sports, generates laughter at its very suggestion, and this is because it turns not a skill into an art, but an inexplicable and useless urge into a vital way of life. - Matt Warshaw
This was our original first choice as THE number one surfer’s accessory for the holiday season, but it eventually slid down to number 2 on the list since we could not have a tie! We mulled it over for a lengthy period, but we stand by our decision. That being said, Soma Airbag Designs has [...]
Sometimes being a friend means mastering the art of timing. There is a time for silence. A time to let go and allow people to hurl themselves into their own destiny. And a time to prepare to pick up the pieces when it’s all over. – Gloria Naylor
… Our biggest challenge is to look at our way of thinking, and see if there is a way to end the myth that there is somewhere to get to – that there is something else that needs to be done, that there is all this brokenness that needs to be fixed – our healing [...]
