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35 Famous Surfers to Inspire Your Surfing Journey
Last Updated on July 25, 2023 by Matt Surfing is one of the most exhilarating water sports on the planet. It’s a sport that demands skill, bravery, and balance from the best surfers, giving us a chance to interact with…
11 of The Biggest Waves in The World
Last Updated on July 27, 2023 by Matt Ocean waves, whether they break gently on the beach or rise majestically far at sea, have been a fascination for humans since time began. These dynamic forces of nature, formed by the…
What is a Kook in Surfing?
Last Updated on July 7, 2023 by Matt Kook: ‘A mad or eccentric person’ probably originating from the word ‘cuckoo’ If you’ve ever wondered what the word kook means, we’ve written this comprehensive article on what is a kook in…
Surf Wax: Our Ultimate Guide To Surfboard Wax
Last Updated on June 2, 2023 by Matt 6-8 Minute Read Surf Wax – The Ultimate Guide Many would argue, myself included that surfing is not just a sport, it is a way of life. It has molded almost every…
The Best Places to Learn to Surf: 9 Top Surf Spots for Beginners
In this blog post, we list out the best places for beginners to learn to surf. Loads of surf spots included from Bali to Byron.
7 Reasons You Should Watch A WCT Event Live
If you are a surfer, or a fan of surifng, going to watch the best in the world compete live is a feat not to be missed. Get the scoop here.
How Dangerous is Surfing? Will A Shark Eat Me?
In this article we look at all of the dangers of surfing – Will something eat me? Are big waves dangerous? Read on to learn it all!
What is Neoprene? Everything you need to know
Last Updated on June 2, 2023 by Matt 10 Minute Read When you think Surfing, the first things that come to mind for most people are tropical beaches, deep tans, and the hot summer sun. But, with the popularity of…
An interview with Nazaré Big Wave Surfer, Glyn Ovens
Last Updated on June 2, 2023 by Matt 3-4 Minute Read We recently chatted to Welsh big wave hellman, Glyn Ovens about surfing huge waves, and the intricacies of Nazaré, Portugal. Hey Glyn, thanks for taking the time to chat…
The Best Surf Wax: We Tested Them All!
Last Updated on June 19, 2023 by Matt 8-10 Minute Read Before diving into this test, we did a bit of research on the web and couldn’t really find a definitive guide to the best surf wax anywhere – at…
Nazare Surfing Portugal: Everything You Should Know
Last Updated on June 6, 2023 by Matt 5 Minute Read Nazare Surfing Portugal: Everything You Should Know Surfing Nazare is the definition of an extreme sport, attracting the world’s best surfers focussed on catching the biggest waves ever ridden….
An Interview with @PhotoBossBali aka Luke Cromwell
Last Updated on June 6, 2023 by Matt 2-3 Minute Read We recently chatted to Welshman now living in Bali, Luke Cromwell, who you might have seen on Insta under the handle @PhotoBossBali – and if you haven’t seen his work yet,…
Best Surf Hats: Bought and Tested by Me!
I bought 6 of the best surf hats and tested them out over a number of weeks. Read on for the results.
The French Washing Machine
Last Updated on June 6, 2023 by Matt 2 Minute Read This story takes me back to the summer of 1998. I was 18 and had just left high school. I wanted to embark on my first-ever surf trip to…
What is a Twinny? The Ultimate Guide to the Twin Fin Surfboard
Last Updated on June 7, 2023 by Matt 8-10 Minute Read Originally made popular during the 70’s, the twinny or twin fin surfboard is having a bit of a resurgence of late. Don’t know where to start, or don’t know what a…
How Many Calories Does Surfing Burn?
How many calories are burned surfing? We give you the answers you’re looking for. Find out here.
The Best Surf Vacations in 2023
Last Updated on June 15, 2023 by Matt 6-8 Minute Read Traveling comes with the “surfing package.” You will hardly ever meet a surfer, who is happy to stay put and surf the same waves day-in-day-out. In fact, almost all surfers I’ve…
Our Top Quotes About The Sun
Last Updated on June 9, 2023 by Matt 6-8 Minute Read Someone once said, “Here comes the sun do, do, do. Here comes the sun, and I say, it’s all right.” They were right about two things. First, yes, the…
The Best Quotes About Sunset
Last Updated on June 9, 2023 by Matt 6-8 Minute Read In his feature film, The Drifter, Rob Machado famously reflects on the contrasting beauties of sunrises versus sunsets: “I never really understood why people gather to watch the sun…
The Best Surf Watches for 2023
Last Updated on June 14, 2023 by Matt Surfboard? Check. Leash? Check. Wax? Check. Surf watch? … Eh? 8 Minute Read Yes, not many surfers have or think about having, a watch on their wrists when going out for a…
How To Choose A Good Skim Board
Last Updated on June 29, 2023 by Matt Skimboarding is a pretty straightforward sport: you run along the shoreline of a body of water with a flat board in your hands, you throw the board ahead of you, run after…
How To Make A Surfboard: Our Ultimate Guide
Last Updated on June 30, 2023 by Matt LONG ARTICLE! 35 – 45 minute read: Once you really start to get into surfing, or if you love to be creative, making your own surfboard is a really cool idea and…
A Complete List of Surf Moves and Surfing Tricks
Wondering which surf tricks you can learn as a beginner? We’ve done the hard work for you and compiled a complete list of surfer tricks – Videos inside too >>
Our Top 5 Jobs for Surfers
Last Updated on June 15, 2023 by Matt 5 Minute Read Few people can genuinely say they love their job. And the ones who do, have different reasons to say so. The job may grant them the financial security they…
Best Surf Movies | Our Top 10 Must See Surfing Movies
Last Updated on June 19, 2023 by Matt 8-10 Minute Read Maybe Gen Z and Alpha are not aware of this, but before Live Streaming and Webisodes and Instastories, there was such a thing as a surf movie. They came in VHS and DVD (and…
Best Beginner Surfboards | Everything You Need To Know
Last Updated on July 15, 2023 by Matt 10 Minute Read Figuring out what equipment to use is, amongst other things, one of the main challenges when learning to surf. Leashes, wax, boardshorts and bikinis, rash vests and wetsuits should…
Big Wave Surfing – Your Ultimate Guide
Last Updated on July 13, 2021 by Matt
How a Wave Pool Works: A Surfers Guide
Last Updated on June 16, 2023 by Matt Surfing is one of the World’s most popular watersports. This once traditional Hawaiian sport enjoyed by the natives of both royalty and commoner alike is now a passion for many. The fact…
What Causes Brain Freeze – Everything You Need To Know
Last Updated on June 15, 2023 by Matt 8 Minute Read Surfing is an adrenaline-fueled sport that often requires more than just skill to ride the waves. You can be physically fit but if you aren’t surf fit, then you can…
The History Of Surfing | Everything You Need To Know
Last Updated on June 18, 2023 by Matt Today, surfing has become a thriving sport with a huge number of enthusiasts around the world. Some surf professionally, some competitively, while for others it’s a way to let loose and have…
How To Surf – The Ultimate Guide
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What are Tides and How do they affect The Surf
Last Updated on June 16, 2023 by Matt 10 Minute Read From a human standpoint, we recognize tides as the regular rise and fall of the sea surface. This rise and fall, known as the tide, is caused by the…
How to Read a Surf Report for Beginners
Last Updated on June 15, 2023 by Matt 5 Minute Read After taking my first surf lesson, I was hooked. There’s nothing quite like experiencing the ocean in such an intimate, enjoyable, and rewarding way as surfing. I left my…
The Ultimate Guide to The Surf Leash
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Glossary of Surf Slang Terms and Surfer Lingo
Last Updated on July 7, 2023 by Matt 10-12 Minute read Dude? dude! Sick olas yo! Pull in, got spit out, then whooopah! Many surfer slang words start off on the fringes of the English language and (in my experience…
How To Wax A Surfboard (the best way)
Do you know how to wax a surfboard? in this article we show you how to use base coat wax, apply wax, and different waxing techniques.