Surfing has been officially named the official sport of the state of California. On January 8, 2018, California state legislators, Al Muratsuchi and Ian Calderon introduced a bill that aimed to establish surfing as the official state sport. Assembly Bill (AB) No. 1782 has been approved and it is now time to add the surfboard […]
Sharks attacks events are extremely rare, but when they occur, they always make the news and generate a serious social alarm. Despite the flashy headlines, the truth is that humans are not part of the shark’s diet and, in most cases, it privileges the less dangerous hit-and-run attacks. And, in many cases, the injuries and […]
Five hundred eleven surfers have broken the Guinness World Record for the largest paddle out ever recorded, at Huntington Beach, California. Despite the fog, the strong currents, and the choppy waters, 511 surfers were able to form an unbroken “Surfing Circle of Honor” to raise awareness of the International Surfing Museum. The event attracted people […]
In marking Duke’s 125th birthday (August 24th, 1890), The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation is honoring his legacy by raising funds for youth athletes and scholars in Hawaii. Duke Kahanamoku is Hawaii’s original ambassador of Aloha. Both on land and in water, the iconic sportsman made waves across the globe. Fortunately, the spirit of Duke is well […]
The city of Huntington Beach will try to break the Guinness World Records for “Most People Riding a Surfboard at Once” on the “World’s Largest Surfboard,” on the 20th June, 2015. Surfboard designer Nev Hyman has teamed up with Westerly Marine and local shapers to build a 42-foot long, 11 feet wide, and 16 inches […]
Sonoma County tasting celebrates Peter Mel signature cabernet.