Lynch and Powell take out their first ever Victorian Longboard State Title
Adam Lynch (Highton) and Molly Powell (Anglesea) have both taken out their inaugural Victorian Longboard Titles in solid conditions at Point Impossible this weekend.
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Day-One Action Aplenty At Chiko Sunshine Coast Pro!
THE Sunshine Coast unfortunately, didn’t live up to its name today, with wet and windy conditions greeting competitors at Coolum Beach for day-one of the Chiko Sunshine Coast Pro.
The Digital Encyclopedia of Surfing by Matt Warshaw
The legacy of surfing is secure. Matt Warshaw, the surfer/writer who believed and published the famous “Encyclopedia of Surfing” is putting the finishing touches in the digital version of the book. The project has been funded by the planetary surfing community – through Kickstarter – and promises to be the most complete collection of stories, […]
Nixon launches "The Steelcat" waterman watch
Nixon has launched “The Steelcat”, a seaworthy and waterman inspired watch that promises to ignite the wrists of the world surfing community. “The Steelcat” features powerful 30 ATM stainless steel construction in three colours: black, white and rose gold. With an impressive outlay of utility on each watch’s dial, the chronograph line will hold up […]
"1000 Surfboard Graveyard" gives new life to old planks
The world has 20 million surfers. A study estimates that the average surfer has 2.75 surfboards. Planet Earth is, therefore, home to 55 million surfboards. Are they all being used? No, some are old, broken or forgotten. The “1000 Surfboard Graveyard” is an artistic project that aims to recycle and give new meaning to planks […]
The best surfboard painting designs ever
Surfboard painting designs have been colouring the art of surfing for a long time. Many surfers defend their simple, clean and white surfboards, but many others like to express their passion for surfing with drawings, catchphrases, political statements, flowers, tribal shapes and Hawaiian landscapes. Painting surfboards is not as easy as it may look. Applying colours […]
American Pro Surfing Series kick off in Huntington Beach
The American Pro Surfing Series (APSS), a homegrown California three-event surf series, will hold its inaugural event between April 28-29, on the south side of the Huntington Beach Pier. The series will host its second event in late September and the third and final event in early November. Created by industry veteran Scott Waring, the […]
Ocean waves boost human happiness
Ocean and waves have a very positive impact in the emotional health of human beings. The European Centre for Environment and Human Health has studied over 2,750 participants and has concluded that a simple walk along the beach or coastal area is enough to boost positive feelings. Scientists found that all outdoor locations were associated […]
Escaping to New South Wales
Byron Bay, something about the name, and everyone who’s been there will always long to go back. It’s the eastern most point in Australia, on the northern part of the New South Wales (NSW) coast. Known for it’s beautiful geography, great surf, artists and hippies. Home to The Pass, one of the most beautiful…
Kelly Slater warns of heavy pollution in Bali
Kelly Slater has reported the “worst pollution” he has ever seen, during his stay in Bali, Indonesia. The 11-time world surfing champion is concerned about the effect of so much litter in the oceans. “I’ve never been so alarmed by pollution situation as this trip to Bali/Indo. We need solutions and multi-industry backing”, Slater wrote […]