The balance and patience factors are much more critical in surfing than they are in snowboarding … if you’re out surfing serious waves and you wipe out, you don’t land on soft snow. It’s usually either very sharp coral, or you get raked across the beach gravel and sand while you’re tumbling underwater. – Frederick [...]
Uncle Bryan from Sunset Suratt surf school was chatting with a group of us one morning after a rather long surf session, and we got onto the topic of surf lessons and surf instructors. Passionate about the topic and the people who are involved in the sport of surfing, Bryan Suratt, a seasoned pro circuit [...]
When Michael Briody decided to do something about reducing the amount of neoprene that ends up in land fills, he knew that it would involve ingenuity, hard work, and chopping or cutting of some sorts. Inspired by the creative spirit instilled in him by a strong family foundation, Michael put nose to the grindstone and came up with [...]
During our special 12 days of Christmas review we looked at the DPop by DennoPop, a surf aid product designed to help surfers of all levels in lifting their chest from the surfboard during paddling, as well as give them a boost in their pop-up. (original article here) The staffers at iJS recently had an [...]
I have spent a lot of time at airports lately and have become quite adept at sleeping sitting up, as well as digesting food that slightly resembles the taste of cardboard. On a recent stop at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) headed for the warm surf of Nicaragua, I stood in line with this unfortunate surfer [...]
A new surf break is always an exciting thing for surfers, since it offers an opportunity to revisit one’s skills and growth with respect to surfing. I recently visited a “new to me” surf break with some friends, and discovered something new about my after surf habits that introduced me to a very helpful surf-related [...]
Surfing as a past time can always be improved upon by the company of good friends! There is nothing like getting your entire crew together, piling into an old hoopty, stacking your boards on top, and heading out into the surf until the sun goes down. But if you have ever stacked more than one surfboard [...]
The past several years, I have kept a small plastic bin in the trunk of my car that has housed surf-related items. Apparently, over the course of many surf sessions I have amassed what has become my very own personalized surfer’s survival kit … a tried and true list of items that continues to ensure [...]
Impromptu Surf Report: The surf was uniquely uninteresting today – no power, very little size, and of course as Diamond Head always will be, the winds were howling like a wolf stubbornly standing in front of a jet engine on full blast.
Although the regulars have grown accustomed to the winds and ways of Diamond [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Yes, we have written about yoga before … here and here and maybe even here. However, this review is about a specific yoga product: Peggy Hall’s popular second entry into the yoga DVD market entitle Yoga for Surfers II Fluid Power. Although the ‘2′ will indicate that there was a ‘1′ that came before, and indeed [...]
The Vibram ‘Five Fingers’ takes a new approach to athleticism with a design developed as a unique choice for athletes who enjoy the barefoot feel – like marathon runners, rock climbers, hikers – but still want the outdoor protection of a shoe.
Official Ad Line: The low profile is lightweight and resistant to cuts, while the [...]
In the heart of the rejuvinated neighborhoods of Kaimuki, lies a wonderful discovery for those seeking a flavorful treat for their taste buds. Nestled on the second level of the increasingly popular restaurant complex at the base of Sierra Drive, otherwise known as 1137 11th Avenue, is the Himalayan Kitchen.
The Himalayan Kitchen is an authentic [...]
All I ever really needed to know [as a surfer], I learned in kindergarten. It’s true! I just was not aware of it until I read a book of that title by Robert Fulghum. Apparently, surf wisdom is not at the top of the ‘pro circuit’ heap after all, it was there in the sand pile [...]
