After a horrific hard drive malfunction, resulting in some serious photo losses at the iJS offices, we promptly scheduled a re-shoot of some surf sequences at one of Oahu’s popular beaches. Our recent review of the watersports head wear WavzCap got a burst of impromptu reviewers as the brightly colored neoprene caps drew the attention [...]
Dear Surf Shop Owners and Employees: I walked into a surf shop at a “village” corner in the heart of Waikiki the other day, and for the first time of having been in and out of hundreds and thousands of surf shops, I felt out of place. The surf store staff was not rude or [...]
WIN A SET OF RECYCLED RECORDS surfboard coasters courtesy of OVNY. We loved these functional and protective coasters made from recycled wetsuits (neoprene), and the safety they provided in protectin our surfboards from stress fractures as well as the unsightly wax residue as a result of board on board contact (ewww!). Win yours today by [...]
WIN YOUR VERY OWN DPOP Surf Pad courtesy of Denno. Our tests of the Dpop yielded positive results for surfers, especially the new surfers and the beginning surfers. If you would like a chance to WIN one of these great surf pads NOW, simply complete the form below (as per the official instructions) and you [...]
What is the one thing that every surfer should have in their quiver of surf tools? The answer may differ with each particular surfer you speak to regarding this hot topic, but hands down the surf accessory that every surfer should own is a simple and indispensable box that protects and holds whatever your mode [...]
The hot debate this week in the inter-office mail concerns a touchy subject – do surf products unfairly give you an edge over other surfers out in the line up? It is already an accepted fact that thicker and “floatier“ surfboards give a surfer added buoyancy that allows them to paddle into waves faster and easier than their [...]
With stylish designs and colors emblazened on its distinctive neoprene make-up, the WavzCap is a bold new entry into the “surf hat” market. WavzCap is the water child idea of of Gail Kotowski, an avid water wahine who saw a need for unique water head wear, and has made short work of creating a practical [...]
Changing fins can change the way your board feels, and can freshen or improve your surfing … so when iJS was offered a test run on these yet-to-be-released in the U.S.A. set of fins, we could not resist! Scarfini FX2 fins are identical to some higher end / higher price tag fins out on the [...]
We wanted to step away from surfing for just a small second and pay tribute to a funny man … George Carlin. Although he said many things that should be remembered, here are some of our staff favorites: Don’t sweat the petty things and don’t pet the sweaty things. Atheism is a non-prophet organization. If [...]
Beyond the breaking waves, I sit balanced atop a surfboard as my feet slowly churn the warm Pacific waters. Ocean swells rise, then gently lift my body as they roll toward shore. It’s early, not long after sunrise, and I am lured to this perch thanks to Jessica, my surf coach and yoga teacher for [...]
George Downing said to me one day, when I was staying in town and there wasn’t much waves, “we’re going to go ride some mals (longboards). We drove down to Waikiki and surfed . . . the last half-hour of the day . . . and then surfed into the moonlight for another hour or [...]
The moment a person gets hooked into surfing – when you know that they will forever join the chosen few who passionately pursue the sport – is simple to pin point … just look for the unbreaking smile from ear to ear when they catch their first several waves. Look around at your local line [...]
You have seen them in Waikiki hundreds of times … groups of surfers in identical rash guards bearing some surf school logo, dragging foam-topped blue longboards, or massive plumeria adorned rental surfboards. From the famous Waikiki “Walls” to “Rockpiles”, surf school instructors can be seen leading groups of first-time surfers into the great blue ocean. [...]
If you are a surfer, the very thought of leaving your prized surf stick in the car or truck, even for quick errand or a zippy after-surf meal, must make you nervous. Yes, lock it in your car with the seats down … even keep the car parked close to the restaurant door so you [...]
Soul surfing is a lifestyle to me. Its like gettin’ up in the morning and checking the ocean first thing you do and then planning your day . . . Going out and getting wet regardless, because its always better than being dry. It doesn’t matter what the waves are, just sharing with your friends. [...]
