Surfing / Bodyboarding: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Best Surf Movies Ever
Surf Movies: A list of the most memorable modern Hollywood surf movies from Big Wednesday and North Shore to Pointbreak and Blue Crush.
Surf Movies: A list of the most memorable modern Hollywood surf movies from Big Wednesday and North Shore to Pointbreak and Blue Crush.
Choosing Your First Surfboard
The key to learning to surf is to choose the right surfboard. But as a beginner, you will find it especially difficult to choose your first surfboard. Follow these simple guidelines when choosing your first surfboard and learn how to surf correctly and quickly.
The key to learning to surf is to choose the right surfboard. But as a beginner, you will find it especially difficult to choose your first surfboard. Follow these simple guidelines when choosing your first surfboard and learn how to surf correctly and quickly.
Basic Surf Tips
Beginning surfers can always use some basic tips to make sure every session is the best it can be and so they can learn to surf more quickly. These basic surf tips will have you shredding with a smile in no time flat.
Beginning surfers can always use some basic tips to make sure every session is the best it can be and so they can learn to surf more quickly. These basic surf tips will have you shredding with a smile in no time flat.
How to Stand on a Surfboard
Learning how to stand up on a surfboard is tricky but more rewarding than you can imagine. If you are a beginning surfer who wants to learn how to stand up on a surfboard, you have "surfed" the Internet to the right place.
Learning how to stand up on a surfboard is tricky but more rewarding than you can imagine. If you are a beginning surfer who wants to learn how to stand up on a surfboard, you have "surfed" the Internet to the right place.
Duck-Diving
Learning to duck-dive is another step in learning how to surf. You can't learn to surf if you can't get out to the lineup and catch some waves. Duck-diving gets you under and past the oncoming waves. Learn more...
Learning to duck-dive is another step in learning how to surf. You can't learn to surf if you can't get out to the lineup and catch some waves. Duck-diving gets you under and past the oncoming waves. Learn more...
How to Catch a Wave
Just learning to surf and want to learn how to catch a wave? Look no further. Catching a wave is the most essential step in the surfing process, but it can also be tricky. Learn more.
Just learning to surf and want to learn how to catch a wave? Look no further. Catching a wave is the most essential step in the surfing process, but it can also be tricky. Learn more.
Angling Down the Line.
Learn How to Surf--How to Ride a Wave: Jay DiMartino explains how to surf (or angle)across the face of a wave. It's another step in learning how to surf for beginners.
Learn How to Surf--How to Ride a Wave: Jay DiMartino explains how to surf (or angle)across the face of a wave. It's another step in learning how to surf for beginners.
How to Paddle
Learning how to paddle your surfboard is essential. I mean, really, without learning how to paddle, you are dead in the water, so strengthen up those arms and learn how to paddle your surfboard and get some waves.
Learning how to paddle your surfboard is essential. I mean, really, without learning how to paddle, you are dead in the water, so strengthen up those arms and learn how to paddle your surfboard and get some waves.
Drop in on This Shin-Dig.
Looking for party theme ideas? Here you'll find all you need to throw a surfing party. Decorations, menu, dress, invitation ideas and more.
Looking for party theme ideas? Here you'll find all you need to throw a surfing party. Decorations, menu, dress, invitation ideas and more.
How to Buy Sunglasses
Surfers need to wear sunglasses religously! Here are some tips to help surfers and beach enthusiasts get the most from their eyewear and avoid sun damage and eye problems such as pterygiums.
Surfers need to wear sunglasses religously! Here are some tips to help surfers and beach enthusiasts get the most from their eyewear and avoid sun damage and eye problems such as pterygiums.
How to Choose the Right Surf
Learning how to choose a spot to surf can be challenging, especially for beginning surfers. But this is the place to learn how to choose the perfect beach for surfing. Learn how a beginner can correctly choose a surf break to practice his/her surfing.
Learning how to choose a spot to surf can be challenging, especially for beginning surfers. But this is the place to learn how to choose the perfect beach for surfing. Learn how a beginner can correctly choose a surf break to practice his/her surfing.
Basic Surfing Rules
Don't let anyone tell you that there are no surf rules, that surfing is a lawless free-for-all without a basic structure or rules. This free-wheeling art form actually consists of basic surfing rules that govern all surf-related interaction. So what are the basic surfing rules?
Don't let anyone tell you that there are no surf rules, that surfing is a lawless free-for-all without a basic structure or rules. This free-wheeling art form actually consists of basic surfing rules that govern all surf-related interaction. So what are the basic surfing rules?
7S Superfish
The 7S Superfish is a great surfboard for any level rider, but I believe this surfboard would greatly help beginning surfers who may have trouble catching waves or turning their big beginner surfboards. This fish surfboard is loose and fast, and its innovative step-deck design gives it the feel of a thinner board while still being maneuverable in small, crappy surf.
The 7S Superfish is a great surfboard for any level rider, but I believe this surfboard would greatly help beginning surfers who may have trouble catching waves or turning their big beginner surfboards. This fish surfboard is loose and fast, and its innovative step-deck design gives it the feel of a thinner board while still being maneuverable in small, crappy surf.
Pterygium Treatment
As a lifelong surfer, I have suffered from pterygia for two decades and even had two surgeries. Here I detail pterygium causes and syptoms, and even recommend a great doctor whose innovative and unique approach to pterygium removal may have finally given the white eyes I wanted.
As a lifelong surfer, I have suffered from pterygia for two decades and even had two surgeries. Here I detail pterygium causes and syptoms, and even recommend a great doctor whose innovative and unique approach to pterygium removal may have finally given the white eyes I wanted.
Frontside Roundhouse
Want to learn to surf better now? This article breaks down the roundhouse cutback, one of the most functional and visually stunning moves in any surfer's bag of tricks. I have broken this move down into seven(that's right, seven)easy steps you help you learn how to surf better.
Want to learn to surf better now? This article breaks down the roundhouse cutback, one of the most functional and visually stunning moves in any surfer's bag of tricks. I have broken this move down into seven(that's right, seven)easy steps you help you learn how to surf better.
How to Shape a Surfboard
Have you ever wondered how a real surfboard is shaped? Surfboard shaping and design is an art being pushed out by the use of software and shaping machines, but there are some craftsmen still out there like Charles Williams of Impact Surfboards still desingning surfboards the old fashion way. Here, he shows us how to shape a surfboard.
Have you ever wondered how a real surfboard is shaped? Surfboard shaping and design is an art being pushed out by the use of software and shaping machines, but there are some craftsmen still out there like Charles Williams of Impact Surfboards still desingning surfboards the old fashion way. Here, he shows us how to shape a surfboard.
What is surf style?
What is surf style? Surf Style is something mystical and beautiful. But what really makes up a surfer's style?
What is surf style? Surf Style is something mystical and beautiful. But what really makes up a surfer's style?
How to Buy a Surfboard
As a beginning surfer, it's easy to make mistakes when buying a new surfboard. Read these basic and helpful tips to help you learn how buy a surfboard. You'll be shredding in no time.
As a beginning surfer, it's easy to make mistakes when buying a new surfboard. Read these basic and helpful tips to help you learn how buy a surfboard. You'll be shredding in no time.
Isle Surfboards Retro Fish
Isle Surfboards sent their 6'2" Retro Fish for a reveiw. Its unique design and innovative blend of old school and new school energy made for a blazing good time. Read the review!
Isle Surfboards sent their 6'2" Retro Fish for a reveiw. Its unique design and innovative blend of old school and new school energy made for a blazing good time. Read the review!
Fatburner
I recently gave the Webber Fatburner a test is some really fun three foot Florida surf. Here is where the Fatburner’s fatness really shines. Who says obesity in America is always a bad thing? This "big boned" board catches waves with about two paddle strokes and then flies across flat sections like it’s powered by an outboard motor.
I recently gave the Webber Fatburner a test is some really fun three foot Florida surf. Here is where the Fatburner’s fatness really shines. Who says obesity in America is always a bad thing? This "big boned" board catches waves with about two paddle strokes and then flies across flat sections like it’s powered by an outboard motor.
Board Care 101
Learn how to properly take care of your surfboard. It is, after all, you most precious object. Am I right, brothers and sisters?
Learn how to properly take care of your surfboard. It is, after all, you most precious object. Am I right, brothers and sisters?
Brah
Surfer terms of endearment and dictionary slangs terms.
Surfer terms of endearment and dictionary slangs terms.
Summer Surfboards
With summer fast approaching, you need to get outfitted with the right equipment. There are fish and longboards and short boards and hybrids. All the choices can make your head spin. But what's the right board for you and what will work best this summer surf season? Based on my reviews, here are the boards I think will help you catch the most waves and rip the hardest this summer.
With summer fast approaching, you need to get outfitted with the right equipment. There are fish and longboards and short boards and hybrids. All the choices can make your head spin. But what's the right board for you and what will work best this summer surf season? Based on my reviews, here are the boards I think will help you catch the most waves and rip the hardest this summer.
Surf Accessories
About.com guide reviews surfing accessories (backpacks, traction pads, and wax remover)from California company Poorboy USA.
About.com guide reviews surfing accessories (backpacks, traction pads, and wax remover)from California company Poorboy USA.
Do you really want to know?
Answer to surfing question about where the biggest waves break.
Answer to surfing question about where the biggest waves break.
You be the Judge!
Jay DiMartino, the guide at About.com, has written many articles on surfing, surf technique, and surf culture. board, surf board, surfboard, surfboard repair, surfing, wax, deck, fins, fiberglass, clean, fix, dings, sock, board, bag, board,
Jay DiMartino, the guide at About.com, has written many articles on surfing, surf technique, and surf culture. board, surf board, surfboard, surfboard repair, surfing, wax, deck, fins, fiberglass, clean, fix, dings, sock, board, bag, board,
How to Hit the Lip
Learn How to Surf: Want to learn how to hit the lip hard? You came to the right place. This surf instruction article will help beginning to advanced surfers to blast maneuvers like a lip bashing re-entry. This article focuses on how to surf better and how to correctly bash, hit, and whack the lip of a wave.
Learn How to Surf: Want to learn how to hit the lip hard? You came to the right place. This surf instruction article will help beginning to advanced surfers to blast maneuvers like a lip bashing re-entry. This article focuses on how to surf better and how to correctly bash, hit, and whack the lip of a wave.
Go Pro Hero
The sun floats low in the morning sky, and a stiff offshore breeze blows open a perfect empty barrel as you paddle past the shoulder. That would make a great picture you think as the moment collapses in a bubbling mass of foam lost to the shore forever. Now imagine that same barrel filled with your best buddy in his most spectacular surfing experience to date.What an insane image…gone!
The sun floats low in the morning sky, and a stiff offshore breeze blows open a perfect empty barrel as you paddle past the shoulder. That would make a great picture you think as the moment collapses in a bubbling mass of foam lost to the shore forever. Now imagine that same barrel filled with your best buddy in his most spectacular surfing experience to date.What an insane image…gone!
SuperSoft Soft Board
To put it bluntly, kids have soft heads and surfboards have sharp fins, and this potentially painful fact does nothing to settle the stomachs of anxious parents as they watch their kids learning to surf. With each flailing nosedive, new surfers roll the dice one more time, launching the sharp, unforgiving edges of their surfboards skyward and waiting for gravity to set the stage for a B-movie horror scene.
To put it bluntly, kids have soft heads and surfboards have sharp fins, and this potentially painful fact does nothing to settle the stomachs of anxious parents as they watch their kids learning to surf. With each flailing nosedive, new surfers roll the dice one more time, launching the sharp, unforgiving edges of their surfboards skyward and waiting for gravity to set the stage for a B-movie horror scene.
Aerial
It seems that these days every surfer knows how to do an aerial. Decades earlier, aerials were pure fantasy, but today any surfer worth his weight in wax needs to have at least one aerial variation in his/her repertoire. Learn how to do an aerial now.
It seems that these days every surfer knows how to do an aerial. Decades earlier, aerials were pure fantasy, but today any surfer worth his weight in wax needs to have at least one aerial variation in his/her repertoire. Learn how to do an aerial now.
Teach Your Child to Surf
Want to teach your child how to surf? Remember, nurturing a young love affair with surfing starts with you, the teacher, so be patient and follow a few simple steps and your child will learn how to surf in no time.
Want to teach your child how to surf? Remember, nurturing a young love affair with surfing starts with you, the teacher, so be patient and follow a few simple steps and your child will learn how to surf in no time.
How to Duckdive a Bodyboard
Learn how to properly duckdive your bodyboard. It's a helpful way to get you under breaking waves and out to the lineup more quickly.
Learn how to properly duckdive your bodyboard. It's a helpful way to get you under breaking waves and out to the lineup more quickly.
Parts of a Surfboard
Your surfboard is made up of several parts. Each section or part of a surfboard has a specific purpose. Understanding these parts is important when buying a new or used surfboard.
Your surfboard is made up of several parts. Each section or part of a surfboard has a specific purpose. Understanding these parts is important when buying a new or used surfboard.
Make your Old Board Young
Does your old surfboard feel sluggish and tired? Want to get that new surfboard energy back? When a surfboard has been ridden hard and long, it eventually loses its vitality, but this article explains how a surfer can easily infuse an old board with new life.
Does your old surfboard feel sluggish and tired? Want to get that new surfboard energy back? When a surfboard has been ridden hard and long, it eventually loses its vitality, but this article explains how a surfer can easily infuse an old board with new life.
Quad Fin Surfboards
Quad fin surfboards began their assent in the early eighties, finding legitimacy under the feet of Glen (Mr. X) Winton and have found new significance as the board of choice among modern surfing's elite in both small and big surf. The question is: Why and how do quad surfboards work.
Quad fin surfboards began their assent in the early eighties, finding legitimacy under the feet of Glen (Mr. X) Winton and have found new significance as the board of choice among modern surfing's elite in both small and big surf. The question is: Why and how do quad surfboards work.
Rip Curl Pro Pipeline Masters
RIP CURL PRO PIPELINE MASTERS (8-20 December) EVENT #11 ON THE FOSTER'S ASSOCIATION OF SURFING PROFESSIONALS (ASP) MEN'S WORLD TOUR Live on www.aspworldtour.com and www.ripcurl.com THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH – THE RIP CURL PRO PIPELINE MASTERS COULD BEGIN TOMORROW December 8, 2005 will signify the beginning of the waiting period of what has been dubbed “The Greatest Show On Earth” – the Rip Curl Pro Pipeline Masters.
RIP CURL PRO PIPELINE MASTERS (8-20 December) EVENT #11 ON THE FOSTER'S ASSOCIATION OF SURFING PROFESSIONALS (ASP) MEN'S WORLD TOUR Live on www.aspworldtour.com and www.ripcurl.com THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH – THE RIP CURL PRO PIPELINE MASTERS COULD BEGIN TOMORROW December 8, 2005 will signify the beginning of the waiting period of what has been dubbed “The Greatest Show On Earth” – the Rip Curl Pro Pipeline Masters.
Competition Strategies
Surfing contests doesn't seem natural to most surfers, so it stands to reason that you should learn some practical strategies to teach you how to surf in a contest heat. Whether you're a novice or a pro, these contest strategies will yield results.
Surfing contests doesn't seem natural to most surfers, so it stands to reason that you should learn some practical strategies to teach you how to surf in a contest heat. Whether you're a novice or a pro, these contest strategies will yield results.
To Leash or Not to Leash
What is a Surfboard Leash? Where did the surfboard leash come from? Why do we wear surfboard leashes? Learn the history, mystique, and reasons behind wearing a surfboard leash or legrope.
What is a Surfboard Leash? Where did the surfboard leash come from? Why do we wear surfboard leashes? Learn the history, mystique, and reasons behind wearing a surfboard leash or legrope.
What is a good stance?
What is considered a good stance?
What is considered a good stance?
The Flyin' Fish
A fish is a wide, thick surfboard with a gulping swallow tail. A quad fin surfboard has four fins for added speed and maneuverability. I recently rode and reviewed a quad fin fish surfboard from degree 33 called the Flyin' Fish. How did it go? Read more...
A fish is a wide, thick surfboard with a gulping swallow tail. A quad fin surfboard has four fins for added speed and maneuverability. I recently rode and reviewed a quad fin fish surfboard from degree 33 called the Flyin' Fish. How did it go? Read more...
An unanswerable question?
What is surfing, you ask? For hardcore surfers and new surfers alike who wonder about surfing's greater meaning, here is a delightfully fluffy but enjoyably true definition and answer to a question that elludes description and interpretation. What is surfing...Really?
What is surfing, you ask? For hardcore surfers and new surfers alike who wonder about surfing's greater meaning, here is a delightfully fluffy but enjoyably true definition and answer to a question that elludes description and interpretation. What is surfing...Really?
How to Fix a Ding
Regardless of whether you are a beginner or a pro, you're going to ding your surfboard. And with minor dings, you don't want to drop your surfboard off at a surf shop to get it fixed. It could take days and cost you valuable surf time. So learn how to fix a surfboard ding and save money and time in the process.
Regardless of whether you are a beginner or a pro, you're going to ding your surfboard. And with minor dings, you don't want to drop your surfboard off at a surf shop to get it fixed. It could take days and cost you valuable surf time. So learn how to fix a surfboard ding and save money and time in the process.
Charles Williams
It’s easy to miss the Impact Surfboards center of operations. Located just over the Indian River from one of South Florida’s most consistently rippable waves and lost among the many boat yards and trailer homes of Ft. Pierce and secured behind a chain link fence amid the pungent stench of fresh resin exists the nerve center of a surfboard company that has been quietly churning out state of the art equipment and epitomizing the surfing lifestyle for decades.
It’s easy to miss the Impact Surfboards center of operations. Located just over the Indian River from one of South Florida’s most consistently rippable waves and lost among the many boat yards and trailer homes of Ft. Pierce and secured behind a chain link fence amid the pungent stench of fresh resin exists the nerve center of a surfboard company that has been quietly churning out state of the art equipment and epitomizing the surfing lifestyle for decades.
Parts of a Wave
Surfers use every part of a wave for surfing. So naturally, surfers have a name for each part of a wave. Take a quick course in the parts of a surfing wave.
Surfers use every part of a wave for surfing. So naturally, surfers have a name for each part of a wave. Take a quick course in the parts of a surfing wave.
A girl surfer catching a wave
A girl surfer catching a wave
A girl surfer catching a wave
Surfing Basics
These surfing basics for beginners hit on a few golden rules that all surfers should know.
These surfing basics for beginners hit on a few golden rules that all surfers should know.
Anacapa Pro Standard
Imagine that a company wants you to review a new product. You are thinking wax or maybe sunscreen. Not so…Instead, upon your doorstep, wrapped in cardboard like some massive Christmas gift on steroids is a brand spanking new, six foot one inch, brilliant white, squash tail gem designed by Al friggin Merrick! Yes, Al Merrick of Tom Curren-buried rail roundhouse-10 second tube ride-Kelly Slater-championship-deluxe-shred machine fame.
Imagine that a company wants you to review a new product. You are thinking wax or maybe sunscreen. Not so…Instead, upon your doorstep, wrapped in cardboard like some massive Christmas gift on steroids is a brand spanking new, six foot one inch, brilliant white, squash tail gem designed by Al friggin Merrick! Yes, Al Merrick of Tom Curren-buried rail roundhouse-10 second tube ride-Kelly Slater-championship-deluxe-shred machine fame.
Freestyle Audio MP3 Player
Ka-Boom! The Freestyle Fusion drops like an atom bomb on surfers who really love their tunes. Subtract the bogus cassette tape from my 80’s surf-rock-opera fantasy and add the blinding future shock of the digital age.
Ka-Boom! The Freestyle Fusion drops like an atom bomb on surfers who really love their tunes. Subtract the bogus cassette tape from my 80’s surf-rock-opera fantasy and add the blinding future shock of the digital age.
Extreme Sunglasses
Sea Specs are sunglasses specifically designed for surfing, kite boarding, skiing, windsurfing, fishing, and bodyboarding. They are great for surfers with pterygiums or dry red eyes. They protect sun lovers form uva and uvb rays for while enjoying the beach.
Sea Specs are sunglasses specifically designed for surfing, kite boarding, skiing, windsurfing, fishing, and bodyboarding. They are great for surfers with pterygiums or dry red eyes. They protect sun lovers form uva and uvb rays for while enjoying the beach.
Pack your Board
Taking a surf trip this year? Learn how to pack your surfboard safely and cheaply for travel to international and domestic surf destinations.
Taking a surf trip this year? Learn how to pack your surfboard safely and cheaply for travel to international and domestic surf destinations.
Grommet
Surf slang glossary of terms from About.com
Surf slang glossary of terms from About.com
Floater
Surfers are finding new tricks every day, but the floater is a time-tested beauty. Combining weightless lip gliding, board control, and countless variations, the floater is a surf trick that takes some knowledge and practice. Learn more...
Surfers are finding new tricks every day, but the floater is a time-tested beauty. Combining weightless lip gliding, board control, and countless variations, the floater is a surf trick that takes some knowledge and practice. Learn more...
Locals
If you have ever spent any time in Hawaii (or on any island for that matter), you would know that there is an interesting culture that surrounds the local footwear. There is only one truly local way to cover your feet. Some call them flip flops or slaps or thongs, but in Hawaii, they are "slippahs".
If you have ever spent any time in Hawaii (or on any island for that matter), you would know that there is an interesting culture that surrounds the local footwear. There is only one truly local way to cover your feet. Some call them flip flops or slaps or thongs, but in Hawaii, they are "slippahs".
Sunset Beach, Hawaii
A description of the waves at Sunset Beach, Hawaii.
A description of the waves at Sunset Beach, Hawaii.
Kook
What is a Kook? Find out in this dictionary of surf slang from About.com
What is a Kook? Find out in this dictionary of surf slang from About.com
Shark Deterrent System
Shark Camo shark deterrent stickers, laminates, and surfboards may save you from being attacked while surfing.
Shark Camo shark deterrent stickers, laminates, and surfboards may save you from being attacked while surfing.
Taj Goes Literal
Taj Burrow's Book of Hot Surfing is a lot of fun for any novice surfer and a delectable explosion of mind blowing maneuvers for the seasoned veteran.
Taj Burrow's Book of Hot Surfing is a lot of fun for any novice surfer and a delectable explosion of mind blowing maneuvers for the seasoned veteran.
The State of Slater
Pro Surfer Kelly Slater has been surfing's most dominant champion ever, but can he hold on amidst the push from the clear and present danger of Andy Irons, Taj Burrow, and Mick Fanning; and defend the gates against new talent like Jordy Smith and Dane Reynolds?
Pro Surfer Kelly Slater has been surfing's most dominant champion ever, but can he hold on amidst the push from the clear and present danger of Andy Irons, Taj Burrow, and Mick Fanning; and defend the gates against new talent like Jordy Smith and Dane Reynolds?
Core Exercise
Folks often ask me what are the best exercises to keep you surfing at your top level. Well, here is one that will really help. The plank exercise can be done right on the beach and it targets several key surf-related areas of the body.
Folks often ask me what are the best exercises to keep you surfing at your top level. Well, here is one that will really help. The plank exercise can be done right on the beach and it targets several key surf-related areas of the body.
When should I pull out?
When Not to Catch a Wave There is a critical moment when you should not catch a wave. Generally this is when a wave has formed into a C and is throwing water forward at high speed. If you catch the wave at this point, you'll be treated to a new experience: Going Over the Falls.
When Not to Catch a Wave There is a critical moment when you should not catch a wave. Generally this is when a wave has formed into a C and is throwing water forward at high speed. If you catch the wave at this point, you'll be treated to a new experience: Going Over the Falls.
Original Skateboards
With an extremely wide platform that utilizes both Concave and Camber, the Custom 35 is a great board for flatland pumping or downhill speed. Wider trucks keep it more stable, while the concave camber combination powers you through the transition, allowing you to retain more speed through each carve, and in many cases carve to maintain, or increase speed.
With an extremely wide platform that utilizes both Concave and Camber, the Custom 35 is a great board for flatland pumping or downhill speed. Wider trucks keep it more stable, while the concave camber combination powers you through the transition, allowing you to retain more speed through each carve, and in many cases carve to maintain, or increase speed.
How to Catch a Wave
The key to catching your first wave is to pick the right type of wave. When you first paddle out, you can simply turn around and let whitewater hit you from behind and ride to shore, but that excitement won't last you very long.
The key to catching your first wave is to pick the right type of wave. When you first paddle out, you can simply turn around and let whitewater hit you from behind and ride to shore, but that excitement won't last you very long.
Kelly Slater in 3-D?
Quiksilver is pleased to announce that production has begun for Ultimate Wave, the latest giant screen production from The Stephen Low Company, presented in association with havoc, K2 Communications, and sponsored by Suzuki Automotive. Scheduled to launch in IMAX® and other giant screen theaters worldwide in Fall 2009, the 3D documentary film takes the audience on a parallel journey with the scientist and the surfer as they seek to better understand the ocean wave.
Quiksilver is pleased to announce that production has begun for Ultimate Wave, the latest giant screen production from The Stephen Low Company, presented in association with havoc, K2 Communications, and sponsored by Suzuki Automotive. Scheduled to launch in IMAX® and other giant screen theaters worldwide in Fall 2009, the 3D documentary film takes the audience on a parallel journey with the scientist and the surfer as they seek to better understand the ocean wave.
Liquid Shredder Element
Just as fiberglass surfboard construction is no longer the only game in “hard” surfboard technology, soft surfboards have also evolved. Case in point, I just tried out a Liquid Shredder Element soft surfboard. Well, I didn’t try it, but rather, my 7 year old son did. And I think he dug it.
Just as fiberglass surfboard construction is no longer the only game in “hard” surfboard technology, soft surfboards have also evolved. Case in point, I just tried out a Liquid Shredder Element soft surfboard. Well, I didn’t try it, but rather, my 7 year old son did. And I think he dug it.
Holoholo Board
Balance boards are helpful for staying in good surfing shape(if you can’t find some waves). One such board is the Holoholo Board, a wooden balance board that is designed to strengthen the calf muscles and improve balance skills. No doubt these are both important to improved surfing performance.
Balance boards are helpful for staying in good surfing shape(if you can’t find some waves). One such board is the Holoholo Board, a wooden balance board that is designed to strengthen the calf muscles and improve balance skills. No doubt these are both important to improved surfing performance.
9:Fish Grunion
In the surfboard world, the fish is considered a throw back to the days of yore. The days of yore in which long hair and mustaches ruled the lineup. The fish is a short, thick, wide board (usually with a wide-open swallow tail) designed for small, gutless surf, but some ten years ago in huge waves over an unknown reef in the Indian Ocean, two-time world champ and uber-soulman Tommy Curren rode a fish better than any thought possible. The following summer, the fish was back in a big way.
In the surfboard world, the fish is considered a throw back to the days of yore. The days of yore in which long hair and mustaches ruled the lineup. The fish is a short, thick, wide board (usually with a wide-open swallow tail) designed for small, gutless surf, but some ten years ago in huge waves over an unknown reef in the Indian Ocean, two-time world champ and uber-soulman Tommy Curren rode a fish better than any thought possible. The following summer, the fish was back in a big way.
The Wet Dry Duffle Bag
The Wet Dry Duffle measures in at 28 x 15 x 11 inches and weighs about 3 pounds empty. It boasts several zippered compartments, a tarp lined wax pocket, a clear vinyl hardware pocket, a padded shoulder strap, and most importantly, a seam sealed wetsuit compartment. My particular bag is black with camouflage embellishments, but the Wet Dry Duffle also comes in black and gray as well as charcoal and red.
The Wet Dry Duffle measures in at 28 x 15 x 11 inches and weighs about 3 pounds empty. It boasts several zippered compartments, a tarp lined wax pocket, a clear vinyl hardware pocket, a padded shoulder strap, and most importantly, a seam sealed wetsuit compartment. My particular bag is black with camouflage embellishments, but the Wet Dry Duffle also comes in black and gray as well as charcoal and red.
Backdoor
Dictionary Definition of surf slang term: Backdoor
Dictionary Definition of surf slang term: Backdoor
What Kind of Surfboard?
What Kind of Surfboard? A long one. Beginners need a long board or at a minimum a fun board. A longboard is between 8 to 10 feet long and a fun board or fun shape is 7 to 8 feet long. Of course, you're tempted by those pointed, streamline arrow-shaped boards that all the other great surfers are slicing and carving up the ocean with and you can learn to surf on one, but they do make it much harder. All 6 to 7 foot, three-finned shortboards, called thrusters.
What Kind of Surfboard? A long one. Beginners need a long board or at a minimum a fun board. A longboard is between 8 to 10 feet long and a fun board or fun shape is 7 to 8 feet long. Of course, you're tempted by those pointed, streamline arrow-shaped boards that all the other great surfers are slicing and carving up the ocean with and you can learn to surf on one, but they do make it much harder. All 6 to 7 foot, three-finned shortboards, called thrusters.
Fish Surfboards and Funboards
About a decade ago, the fish surfboard rose from the ashes of the 70's, offering surfers another option. The fish boasts loads of speed and maneuverability, but what makes a fish surfboard a fish surfboard? Also, the fish's strange older and more boring cousin, the funboard, is still another alternative to the average shortboard. Learn more.
About a decade ago, the fish surfboard rose from the ashes of the 70's, offering surfers another option. The fish boasts loads of speed and maneuverability, but what makes a fish surfboard a fish surfboard? Also, the fish's strange older and more boring cousin, the funboard, is still another alternative to the average shortboard. Learn more.
Kelly Slater
Famous Surfing Athlete Kelly Slater: Kelly Slater
Famous Surfing Athlete Kelly Slater: Kelly Slater
The T Board Review
The T Board is an interesting addition to the boarding family. The T Board not a skateboard although it looks like one. The T Board is not a snowboard although it behaves like one. The T Board is not a surfboard although it carves like one. The T Board might be the perfect training board for all these sports.
The T Board is an interesting addition to the boarding family. The T Board not a skateboard although it looks like one. The T Board is not a snowboard although it behaves like one. The T Board is not a surfboard although it carves like one. The T Board might be the perfect training board for all these sports.
Snap Under the Lip
The Under the Lip Snap is a surf manuever that is done when a a wave is too hollow or powerful for a surfer to do a re-entry or when a surfer wants to stall for the tube with real flair. The Under the Lip Snap is a power surfing manuever and requires full commitment to be effective in stringing together a series of moves on a wave.
The Under the Lip Snap is a surf manuever that is done when a a wave is too hollow or powerful for a surfer to do a re-entry or when a surfer wants to stall for the tube with real flair. The Under the Lip Snap is a power surfing manuever and requires full commitment to be effective in stringing together a series of moves on a wave.
Buying Surfboards On-Line
Learn how to buy surfboards online easily. Know what you're getting and be sure to think be for you click. Buying a surfboard is not like ordering a bike or a couch. It's more like ordering a pet. You don't know how it will behave until you get it home. So do some homework first.
Learn how to buy surfboards online easily. Know what you're getting and be sure to think be for you click. Buying a surfboard is not like ordering a bike or a couch. It's more like ordering a pet. You don't know how it will behave until you get it home. So do some homework first.
Quicksilver Big Wave
Read about the upcoming Hawaiian big wave contest by Jay DiMartino at About.com who has written many articles on surfing technique and culture.
Read about the upcoming Hawaiian big wave contest by Jay DiMartino at About.com who has written many articles on surfing technique and culture.
Slippery Wax
Some easy ways to help you deal with slippery wax.
Some easy ways to help you deal with slippery wax.
Surfboard History
The surfboard originated in Polynesia back around 400 A.D. Then the Hawaiians made huge surfboards from island trees. But it didn't take long for these magic carpets to land in the states.
The surfboard originated in Polynesia back around 400 A.D. Then the Hawaiians made huge surfboards from island trees. But it didn't take long for these magic carpets to land in the states.
"WORLD'S MOST DANGEROUS WAVE"
Experience the Death-Defying Mystique of 40+ Foot Waves at the 2005 Mavericks Surf ContestR - DVD Available in Stores Nationwide October 25th SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 23, 2005 - Mavericks Surf Ventures, LLC today announced this week the 2005 Mavericks Surf ContestR DVD will be available in stores nationwide and online at www.maverickssurf.com on October 25, 2005. The DVD captures an all-star field of the world's most courageous surfers.
Experience the Death-Defying Mystique of 40+ Foot Waves at the 2005 Mavericks Surf ContestR - DVD Available in Stores Nationwide October 25th SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Sept. 23, 2005 - Mavericks Surf Ventures, LLC today announced this week the 2005 Mavericks Surf ContestR DVD will be available in stores nationwide and online at www.maverickssurf.com on October 25, 2005. The DVD captures an all-star field of the world's most courageous surfers.
Surf Pack
That said, in my search for hardcore surf luggage that affords the traveling surfer all the needed items while keeping the hands free to carry boards and slap malaria bearing mosquitoes while slashing at the thick jungle foliage (Ok…That would take three hands) en route to some mythical left point just beyond a booby-trapped Mayan temple, I stumbled across the aptly named Surf Pack” from Quiksilver.
That said, in my search for hardcore surf luggage that affords the traveling surfer all the needed items while keeping the hands free to carry boards and slap malaria bearing mosquitoes while slashing at the thick jungle foliage (Ok…That would take three hands) en route to some mythical left point just beyond a booby-trapped Mayan temple, I stumbled across the aptly named Surf Pack” from Quiksilver.
Loaded Pintail Carve Board
Yeah, from a surfer’s perspective, the Loaded Pintail is a sweet and sweaty speed board that is set up for serious carveage. No slipping and sliding here…No flicking and flapping...trickin and trippin’.
Yeah, from a surfer’s perspective, the Loaded Pintail is a sweet and sweaty speed board that is set up for serious carveage. No slipping and sliding here…No flicking and flapping...trickin and trippin’.
Are You a Kook?
Find out if you are a kook right here.
Find out if you are a kook right here.
How can I be safe when I surf?
Safety Now I scared you, I'll talk safety. Know the beach where you surf, know where the rocks are, if any. Know how the currents work. Never paddle out farther than you can swim back in without your board. Never go out in wave conditions you aren't prepared for. Don't surf alone. Have good equipment, including a leash that keeps your flotation device close. Know your limits. Fear means something. If you're tired, don't go in.
Safety Now I scared you, I'll talk safety. Know the beach where you surf, know where the rocks are, if any. Know how the currents work. Never paddle out farther than you can swim back in without your board. Never go out in wave conditions you aren't prepared for. Don't surf alone. Have good equipment, including a leash that keeps your flotation device close. Know your limits. Fear means something. If you're tired, don't go in.
Longboarder surfing a left
Longboarder surfing a left on small clean day
Longboarder surfing a left on small clean day
Doggy Door
For a surfer, the doggy door isn't the same one Fido uses to go relieve himself. Instead, the doggy door is the way a surfer finds daylight when deep in the barrel under pressue of a fat closeout. Want to know what all this means? Read on...
For a surfer, the doggy door isn't the same one Fido uses to go relieve himself. Instead, the doggy door is the way a surfer finds daylight when deep in the barrel under pressue of a fat closeout. Want to know what all this means? Read on...
All-time
Surf Slang Dictionary: All-time, Epic, Classic
Surf Slang Dictionary: All-time, Epic, Classic
The place to be.
definition of surfing term "tube.
definition of surfing term "tube.
It will happen to us all.
A definition of the surfing term "blow it"
A definition of the surfing term "blow it"
Shoulder Rotations
Keep those pesky shoulder joints all lubed and limber, so you are ready for the next surf session. Here is a good exercise to help you paddle harder, longer. Heck, you can't shred if you can't even paddle out.
Keep those pesky shoulder joints all lubed and limber, so you are ready for the next surf session. Here is a good exercise to help you paddle harder, longer. Heck, you can't shred if you can't even paddle out.
Stay Fit and Stoked
Surfers need ways to stay both fit and stoked when the surf is flat. It's easy to get flabby when the ocean doesn't cooperate. But getting fit and into top surfing shape is easier and way more fun than you think. Here are some practical ways to get in shape as well as some gnarly approaches to surf stoke.
Surfers need ways to stay both fit and stoked when the surf is flat. It's easy to get flabby when the ocean doesn't cooperate. But getting fit and into top surfing shape is easier and way more fun than you think. Here are some practical ways to get in shape as well as some gnarly approaches to surf stoke.
Other Forms of Surfing
What are other Forms of Surfing? There are loads of ways ocean lovers can ride a wave or ride a board or launch an air. Although these other forms of surfing are varied and unique, they are all a blast.
What are other Forms of Surfing? There are loads of ways ocean lovers can ride a wave or ride a board or launch an air. Although these other forms of surfing are varied and unique, they are all a blast.
Loaded Skateboards' Dervish
Loaded Skateboards' Dervish is a longboard skateboard that blends speed and flex. I took one for a spin in my mission to find a perfect surf-skate crosstrainer. Did this longboard skateboard live up to Loaded's claims? Read more...
Loaded Skateboards' Dervish is a longboard skateboard that blends speed and flex. I took one for a spin in my mission to find a perfect surf-skate crosstrainer. Did this longboard skateboard live up to Loaded's claims? Read more...
Beverly Hills Hot Gifts List
Ferrari style surfboard tops list of Beverly Hills most wanted and most expensive items for Christmas this year.
Ferrari style surfboard tops list of Beverly Hills most wanted and most expensive items for Christmas this year.
Tourist Attacked by Shark
Yet another shark attack off the gulf coast of Florida - the third attack within a week.
Yet another shark attack off the gulf coast of Florida - the third attack within a week.
Brave New World
Brave New World is a surfing, kite surfing, snow boarding, and skateboarding super store that is stocked with thousands of quality products for extreme sports and board riders who want quick shipping and hardcore soul and attitude.
Brave New World is a surfing, kite surfing, snow boarding, and skateboarding super store that is stocked with thousands of quality products for extreme sports and board riders who want quick shipping and hardcore soul and attitude.
Pipeline
Bonzai Pipeline (now know as Pipe), located on Oahu, Hawaii on the famed North Shore is the definitive surfing arena. Many dangerous waves have been discovered since Bonzai Pipeline was first surfed in Hawaii, but no wave can match Pipeline for its perfect combination of power, beauty, and pure surfing spectacle. Learn all you need to know about surfing Bonzai Pipeline, Hawaii.
Bonzai Pipeline (now know as Pipe), located on Oahu, Hawaii on the famed North Shore is the definitive surfing arena. Many dangerous waves have been discovered since Bonzai Pipeline was first surfed in Hawaii, but no wave can match Pipeline for its perfect combination of power, beauty, and pure surfing spectacle. Learn all you need to know about surfing Bonzai Pipeline, Hawaii.
How to Buy a Bodyboard
Learning how to buy a bodyboard can be tricky. But there are a few easy tips that will put a new bodyboard under your arm and get you shredding in no time.
Learning how to buy a bodyboard can be tricky. But there are a few easy tips that will put a new bodyboard under your arm and get you shredding in no time.
Curve Racks
Surfers have done it all when it comes to finding a way to get to the beach. Stuffing multiple boards and bodies into compact cars (fins and arms hanging out the windows), frying and drying in the open bed of a pick-up truck, or lashing a pile of board bags to the roof are all surf travel standards. Heck! I’ve hitch hiked or paid off strangers just get from the airport to the beach many times.
Surfers have done it all when it comes to finding a way to get to the beach. Stuffing multiple boards and bodies into compact cars (fins and arms hanging out the windows), frying and drying in the open bed of a pick-up truck, or lashing a pile of board bags to the roof are all surf travel standards. Heck! I’ve hitch hiked or paid off strangers just get from the airport to the beach many times.
Radiator Wetsuits
As winter approaches, surfers look to wetsuits to keep them wet and stoked. Radiator Wetsuits caught my eye with the following statement: “Radiator Wetsuits are the lightest and most technologically advanced wetsuits ever made.” For the love of all things sacred! That sounds great. But is it a factual statement or just a bunch of hot air?
As winter approaches, surfers look to wetsuits to keep them wet and stoked. Radiator Wetsuits caught my eye with the following statement: “Radiator Wetsuits are the lightest and most technologically advanced wetsuits ever made.” For the love of all things sacred! That sounds great. But is it a factual statement or just a bunch of hot air?
Surfing Exercises
A reader inquires about exercises that help you get back into surfing shape. Here are some simple surfing exercises that will get you back in the water and ripping quickly.
A reader inquires about exercises that help you get back into surfing shape. Here are some simple surfing exercises that will get you back in the water and ripping quickly.
The Eternal Truths of Surfing
The Eternal Truths of Surfing. These are real words of wisdom that real wave riders can depend on.
The Eternal Truths of Surfing. These are real words of wisdom that real wave riders can depend on.
Got a Leash String Handy?
What do you do when your leash or your leash string breaks?
What do you do when your leash or your leash string breaks?
Be a Master Shaper
Veteran shaper Jim Phillips shows us the ins, outs, and everything in between in this two part DVD series that covers anything you wanted to know about the art of shaping surfboards and more.
Veteran shaper Jim Phillips shows us the ins, outs, and everything in between in this two part DVD series that covers anything you wanted to know about the art of shaping surfboards and more.
Fetch
Fetch isn't just something your dog does. For surfers, fetch plays an important role in the waves they ride. Learn more about fetch...
Fetch isn't just something your dog does. For surfers, fetch plays an important role in the waves they ride. Learn more about fetch...
Slab
Slab- Definition of surfing terms
Slab- Definition of surfing terms
Snake
Surf Slang Glossary at About.com: Surfers who snake each other are a cut in the very fabric of what wave riders hold as true. Don't snake your fellow surfer!
Surf Slang Glossary at About.com: Surfers who snake each other are a cut in the very fabric of what wave riders hold as true. Don't snake your fellow surfer!
Draining
Draining is yet another surf slang term added to the surfing dictionary. Here you'll read a definition and sentence explaining the meaning of the surf term "draining."
Draining is yet another surf slang term added to the surfing dictionary. Here you'll read a definition and sentence explaining the meaning of the surf term "draining."
Peninsula Envy
The Sunshine State rates on the surf-o-meter somewhere between Texas and Tahiti (Okay so it’s much closer to Texas), and its population bubbles with an uneasy amalgam of rednecks, tourists, and immigrants. At worst, Florida is retirement home that gets so hot in the summer that it’s almost unhealthy to leave your home before 5PM.The west coast is flat about ninety percent of the year, and the east coast is fickle even with a category 3 hurricane hovering off the coast
The Sunshine State rates on the surf-o-meter somewhere between Texas and Tahiti (Okay so it’s much closer to Texas), and its population bubbles with an uneasy amalgam of rednecks, tourists, and immigrants. At worst, Florida is retirement home that gets so hot in the summer that it’s almost unhealthy to leave your home before 5PM.The west coast is flat about ninety percent of the year, and the east coast is fickle even with a category 3 hurricane hovering off the coast
A small right breaking wave
A small right breaking wave
A small right breaking wave
Summer Surf destinations
Find out where to travel in the summer and find the best waves for surfing and adventure. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, Jay Dimartino's article will provide surfers and bodyboarders with all the best surf spots.
Find out where to travel in the summer and find the best waves for surfing and adventure. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, Jay Dimartino's article will provide surfers and bodyboarders with all the best surf spots.
Can you surf at night?
It's a bit sketchy at times, but night surfing can be an enlightening adventure.
It's a bit sketchy at times, but night surfing can be an enlightening adventure.
Adriano De Souza
Adriano De Souza is Brazil's hottest and most famous surfing export. Fast and radical, Adriano De Souza is a solid presence on the pro tour and putting the heat on the best pro surfers in the world.Famous Surfing Athlete Adriano De Souza is here to shake up the surf world. Read more...
Adriano De Souza is Brazil's hottest and most famous surfing export. Fast and radical, Adriano De Souza is a solid presence on the pro tour and putting the heat on the best pro surfers in the world.Famous Surfing Athlete Adriano De Souza is here to shake up the surf world. Read more...
RT Classic 29
The Flexdex RT Classic 29 is perfect for the modern surfer who is looking for more than just cruising and carving in the off-season. Its short, flexing deck coupled with state of the art trucks and wheels designed for speed and traction make for a ride that is fluid and radical. Riding a board like the Flexdex RT Classic 29 allows a surfer time to work on standard surfing issues of turning, balance, and commitment even when the surf is flat.
The Flexdex RT Classic 29 is perfect for the modern surfer who is looking for more than just cruising and carving in the off-season. Its short, flexing deck coupled with state of the art trucks and wheels designed for speed and traction make for a ride that is fluid and radical. Riding a board like the Flexdex RT Classic 29 allows a surfer time to work on standard surfing issues of turning, balance, and commitment even when the surf is flat.
Ocean Star
Christina DiMari is a lifelong surfer and author of two books. The latest entitled Ocean Star is a sharp and sometimes brutal memoir of the dark events that cast a shadow over her childhood and sent her teen years spiraling out of control. After repeated family betrayal and abuse and the death of a close friend, Ocean Star embarks on a path to wholeness and happiness.
Christina DiMari is a lifelong surfer and author of two books. The latest entitled Ocean Star is a sharp and sometimes brutal memoir of the dark events that cast a shadow over her childhood and sent her teen years spiraling out of control. After repeated family betrayal and abuse and the death of a close friend, Ocean Star embarks on a path to wholeness and happiness.
Sunova Nitro
Based on my trial, the Nitro from Sunova Surfboards is solidly constructed and exceeds company claims. Its innovative construction and high performance design make the Nitro an excellent board for intermediate to advanced level surfers. I can state for the purpose of this review that the Nitro boasts unique qualities such as innovative and aesthetically pleasing construction, flex that ricochets the board through rail turns, and no spin outs even when pushed in the pocket.
Based on my trial, the Nitro from Sunova Surfboards is solidly constructed and exceeds company claims. Its innovative construction and high performance design make the Nitro an excellent board for intermediate to advanced level surfers. I can state for the purpose of this review that the Nitro boasts unique qualities such as innovative and aesthetically pleasing construction, flex that ricochets the board through rail turns, and no spin outs even when pushed in the pocket.
Tragedy in Paradise
Japanese surfer at Pipeline in Hawaii dies While Surfing.
Japanese surfer at Pipeline in Hawaii dies While Surfing.
FCS Fins
A brief introduction and review of FCS fins.
A brief introduction and review of FCS fins.
Erickson Shines Down Under
American ladies posted a few impressive results at the ASP Grade-1 Billabong Pro Junior held at Coffs Harbour in Australia. Sage Erickson(Ojai, CA), 18, finished fifth overall while Orange County native Sarah Taylor (Huntington Beach, CA) finished seventh amongst the tough international competition.
American ladies posted a few impressive results at the ASP Grade-1 Billabong Pro Junior held at Coffs Harbour in Australia. Sage Erickson(Ojai, CA), 18, finished fifth overall while Orange County native Sarah Taylor (Huntington Beach, CA) finished seventh amongst the tough international competition.
SOFIE MULANOVICH WINS ESPY
The pint-sized regular-foot (left foot forward) surfer, who was also the first South American to claim an ASP World Crown, beat a host of well fancied action sports ladies to the title including skier Karin Huttery and pro snowboarders Janna Meyen, and Hannah Teter.
The pint-sized regular-foot (left foot forward) surfer, who was also the first South American to claim an ASP World Crown, beat a host of well fancied action sports ladies to the title including skier Karin Huttery and pro snowboarders Janna Meyen, and Hannah Teter.
Surf Training Gear
The folks at Quiksilver are stepping outside the box, attempting to fill an obvious void in the surf apparel choices and push beyond the over saturated surf industry clone war and into the world of exercise gear. Countless companies offer boardshorts and walkshorts, but these are not functional for exercising. Boardshorts don’t breathe and walkshorts don’t stretch. So Quiksilver has rolled the dice and unveiled a new line called EQPT (Elite Quiksilver Performance Technology).
The folks at Quiksilver are stepping outside the box, attempting to fill an obvious void in the surf apparel choices and push beyond the over saturated surf industry clone war and into the world of exercise gear. Countless companies offer boardshorts and walkshorts, but these are not functional for exercising. Boardshorts don’t breathe and walkshorts don’t stretch. So Quiksilver has rolled the dice and unveiled a new line called EQPT (Elite Quiksilver Performance Technology).
A left breaking wave
A left breaking wave
A left breaking wave
Matt Archbold Built for Speed
Matt Archbold has been a hot surfer from day one. From a salty grommet to superstar and through depths of depravity and beyond, Matt Archbold's story makes for fascinating viewing. Archy: Built for Speed tells that story through interviews and surfing footage. Is is any good? Read on...
Matt Archbold has been a hot surfer from day one. From a salty grommet to superstar and through depths of depravity and beyond, Matt Archbold's story makes for fascinating viewing. Archy: Built for Speed tells that story through interviews and surfing footage. Is is any good? Read on...
Learning to Surf Video
Learning to Surf with Surfer Joe on DVD provides a good base for any budding wave rider and is packed with knowledge and experience.
Learning to Surf with Surfer Joe on DVD provides a good base for any budding wave rider and is packed with knowledge and experience.
Lineup
The surfing lineup is a place of possibilty and energy. The lineup is the surfer's church and therapy. Sometimes getting there can be a struggle, but the lineup is the place to be if you surf. What does all this mean? Read on...
The surfing lineup is a place of possibilty and energy. The lineup is the surfer's church and therapy. Sometimes getting there can be a struggle, but the lineup is the place to be if you surf. What does all this mean? Read on...
Stick
Stick is yet another surf slang term added to the surfing dictionary. Here you'll read a definition and sentence explaining the meaning of the surf term "stick."
Stick is yet another surf slang term added to the surfing dictionary. Here you'll read a definition and sentence explaining the meaning of the surf term "stick."
Tail Waft
A tail waft as a surf trick sounds heavenly, and I'd have to say that for a surfer a tail waft is both ethereal and functional. What does all this mean? Read more...
A tail waft as a surf trick sounds heavenly, and I'd have to say that for a surfer a tail waft is both ethereal and functional. What does all this mean? Read more...
Rash
a dictionary definition of surfing word rash
a dictionary definition of surfing word rash
You're going down!
A definition of a surfing term "nose-dive".
A definition of a surfing term "nose-dive".
Beach Break
Beach break is yet another surf slang term added to the surfing dictionary. Here you'll read a definition and sentence explaining the meaning of the surf term "beach break."
Beach break is yet another surf slang term added to the surfing dictionary. Here you'll read a definition and sentence explaining the meaning of the surf term "beach break."
Delamination
The term "delamination" refers to a common surfboard problem occurring when the outer fiberglass coating separates from the foam core which is called a "blank".
The term "delamination" refers to a common surfboard problem occurring when the outer fiberglass coating separates from the foam core which is called a "blank".
Stance
A description of the surfing term stance
A description of the surfing term stance
Old School
Dictionary definition of surf slang word: old school.
Dictionary definition of surf slang word: old school.
Sketchy
"That last section was sketchy, but I pulled in, got a fat shack, and got spit out!" Wanna know what that was all about? Check the surfing.about.com glossary of surfing terms.
"That last section was sketchy, but I pulled in, got a fat shack, and got spit out!" Wanna know what that was all about? Check the surfing.about.com glossary of surfing terms.
Kelly Slater: Letting Go
After progressing for 15 years, no definitive video document has surfaced to capture the modern Kelly Slater persona as did “Black and White.” Countless other surfers have released their own star vehicles. Tom Curren, Taj Burrow, Chris Ward, and Bruce Irons have solidified their performance levels and public images while Slater, who is unarguably the greatest surfer and surf personality on the planet, has settled for being a snippet, a cameo, or a featured surfer in countless videos.
After progressing for 15 years, no definitive video document has surfaced to capture the modern Kelly Slater persona as did “Black and White.” Countless other surfers have released their own star vehicles. Tom Curren, Taj Burrow, Chris Ward, and Bruce Irons have solidified their performance levels and public images while Slater, who is unarguably the greatest surfer and surf personality on the planet, has settled for being a snippet, a cameo, or a featured surfer in countless videos.
A small uncrowded mushy wave
A small uncrowded mushy closeout wave
A small uncrowded mushy closeout wave
A surfer missing a wave
A surfer missing a wave
A surfer missing a wave
A surfer paddling
A surfer paddling
A surfer paddling
Miki Dora
Surfer Profile of Miki Dora, Da Cat: Famous surfer and rebel for sake of rebellion, manic treasure seeker, adventurer, thief, and eternal wave riding stylist.
Surfer Profile of Miki Dora, Da Cat: Famous surfer and rebel for sake of rebellion, manic treasure seeker, adventurer, thief, and eternal wave riding stylist.
Duke Kahanamoku
Enjoy this short but engaging biography on Duke Kahanamoku. He is known as the king of surfing, the grandaddy of wave riding, and the harbinger of all things shreddable. He was also the man who brought surfing to America and beyond.
Enjoy this short but engaging biography on Duke Kahanamoku. He is known as the king of surfing, the grandaddy of wave riding, and the harbinger of all things shreddable. He was also the man who brought surfing to America and beyond.
A question of priority.
Common surfing questions. When one surfer is paddling for a wave, how do you know who gets to ride it?
Common surfing questions. When one surfer is paddling for a wave, how do you know who gets to ride it?
Surfing / Bodyboarding - QuickTips
An index of QuickTips for the Surfing / Bodyboarding guide site.
An index of QuickTips for the Surfing / Bodyboarding guide site.
Safe "Key"-ping
Rising up from the land of King Arthur and crumpets, Extreme Horizon has solved one problem of the common surfer. The product is the Key Pod which solves the above problem. Heartily constructed, this heavy duty storage unit is big enough to fit any key, yet small enough to covertly connect to any of your car’s firm extremities (suspension coils, towing eye).
Rising up from the land of King Arthur and crumpets, Extreme Horizon has solved one problem of the common surfer. The product is the Key Pod which solves the above problem. Heartily constructed, this heavy duty storage unit is big enough to fit any key, yet small enough to covertly connect to any of your car’s firm extremities (suspension coils, towing eye).
All for a Few Perfect Waves
Miki Dora and his quest for freedom! The Freedom! That is at the core of David Rensin’s newest book. All for a few Perfect Waves takes on the mammoth task of making sense of one of surfing's most loved and reviled figures: “Da Cat” Miki Dora.
Miki Dora and his quest for freedom! The Freedom! That is at the core of David Rensin’s newest book. All for a few Perfect Waves takes on the mammoth task of making sense of one of surfing's most loved and reviled figures: “Da Cat” Miki Dora.
A surf fitness DVD/VHS experi
A full review of Yoga For Surfers, a fitness VHS and DVD with Taylor Knox and Rochelle Ballard: As a 30 something surfer, there are two great nonsurf activities that keep me feeling tuned up when I hit the water: stretching and watching surf videos. The beauty of Yoga For Surfers is that it offers a great combonation of both.
A full review of Yoga For Surfers, a fitness VHS and DVD with Taylor Knox and Rochelle Ballard: As a 30 something surfer, there are two great nonsurf activities that keep me feeling tuned up when I hit the water: stretching and watching surf videos. The beauty of Yoga For Surfers is that it offers a great combonation of both.
Hotsuits
It’s January. The water’s about 40 degrees. You have a solid full suit, but with the freezing offshores blowing at your back and the blistering cold of the water biting at your ankles, you are pretty sure that you won’t totally enjoy your session. Plus, you don’t have the cash to buy one of those fancy new heated wetsuits. If only some innovative chap would come up with an affordable way to infuse your old wetsuit with a blast of heat. Enter: the Hotsuits heated surf belt.
It’s January. The water’s about 40 degrees. You have a solid full suit, but with the freezing offshores blowing at your back and the blistering cold of the water biting at your ankles, you are pretty sure that you won’t totally enjoy your session. Plus, you don’t have the cash to buy one of those fancy new heated wetsuits. If only some innovative chap would come up with an affordable way to infuse your old wetsuit with a blast of heat. Enter: the Hotsuits heated surf belt.
Finsterre Adventure Clothes fo
Truth be told, most surfers try their darndest to look like surfers. A lot of it comes out naturally, but a Billabong tee or a pair of Quiksilver board shorts almost guarantees you won’t be mistaken for a land loving kook (Even if you happen to be one). However, there are those hardcore and non-conventional watermen (and women) who couldn’t care less if their logos match the fashion wave of the year. It’s all about function!
Truth be told, most surfers try their darndest to look like surfers. A lot of it comes out naturally, but a Billabong tee or a pair of Quiksilver board shorts almost guarantees you won’t be mistaken for a land loving kook (Even if you happen to be one). However, there are those hardcore and non-conventional watermen (and women) who couldn’t care less if their logos match the fashion wave of the year. It’s all about function!
Dakine Split Roller /Back Pack
The Channel Series backpack and the Split Roller from Da Kine thread the line between function and fashion with a heavy nod towards “Utilitarian Funk.” Well, that’s my term, but I feel it’s an apt description since the ample compartments, zippers, and pouches cater to a surfer’s real needs while the snazzy patterns and designs on their sturdy skin scream style and fun to everyone in the room.
The Channel Series backpack and the Split Roller from Da Kine thread the line between function and fashion with a heavy nod towards “Utilitarian Funk.” Well, that’s my term, but I feel it’s an apt description since the ample compartments, zippers, and pouches cater to a surfer’s real needs while the snazzy patterns and designs on their sturdy skin scream style and fun to everyone in the room.
Freestyle Lockdown
The Freestyle Lockdown is an interesting and functional innovation in timekeeping that enables the user to keep some secrets while being punctual. Check out the review at About.com.
The Freestyle Lockdown is an interesting and functional innovation in timekeeping that enables the user to keep some secrets while being punctual. Check out the review at About.com.
The Mavericks Contest Returns
Twenty-four of the Best Big-Wave Surfers and Thousands of Fans Await the Call to See Who Will Claim the 2006 Title at World Renowned Half Moon Bay HALF MOON BAY, Calif., Nov. 21, 2005 - Poised to exceed last year's world-class rides and record attendance, Mavericks Surf Ventures is thrilled to announce the return of The Mavericks Surf ContestR for the third consecutive year. On just 24 hours' notice - between January 1, and March 31, 2006 - 24 of the world's greatest big-wave surfers
Twenty-four of the Best Big-Wave Surfers and Thousands of Fans Await the Call to See Who Will Claim the 2006 Title at World Renowned Half Moon Bay HALF MOON BAY, Calif., Nov. 21, 2005 - Poised to exceed last year's world-class rides and record attendance, Mavericks Surf Ventures is thrilled to announce the return of The Mavericks Surf ContestR for the third consecutive year. On just 24 hours' notice - between January 1, and March 31, 2006 - 24 of the world's greatest big-wave surfers
Starting Guns Ready Rip Curl
EVENT #11 ON THE FOSTER'S ASSOCIATION OF SURFING PROFESSIONALS (ASP) MEN'S WORLD TOUR Live on www.aspworldtour.com and www.ripcurlpro.com STARTING GUNS AT THE READY FOR 35TH ANNIVERSARY RIP CURL PRO PIPELINE MASTERS Pipeline Hawaii, the world’s most photographed and most famous (or infamous) wave, will play host to the penultimate event on the 2005 Foster’s ASP Men’s World Tour next week – the Rip Curl Pro Pipeline Masters.
EVENT #11 ON THE FOSTER'S ASSOCIATION OF SURFING PROFESSIONALS (ASP) MEN'S WORLD TOUR Live on www.aspworldtour.com and www.ripcurlpro.com STARTING GUNS AT THE READY FOR 35TH ANNIVERSARY RIP CURL PRO PIPELINE MASTERS Pipeline Hawaii, the world’s most photographed and most famous (or infamous) wave, will play host to the penultimate event on the 2005 Foster’s ASP Men’s World Tour next week – the Rip Curl Pro Pipeline Masters.