Garrett McNamara has tested a new surfboard powered by Mercedes-Benz. Because he’s riding giants, he needs “the best or nothing.” What’s the best way to sell high-end cars? Call a big wave surfer and design a set of innovative surfboards for extreme rides. Then, test them in the most outrageous marine conditions. In this particular […]
Reading and discovering “Surfing Down South” is diving into the magnificent history of wave riding in Western Australia. If you’re an Australian surfer, going West automatically means adventure, rest, uncrowded waves, desert landscapes and unnamed surf spots. If you’re just curious about the land of Taj Burrow, then you’ll be surprised and amazed. Nevertheless, despite […]
The waiting period for the inaugural Titans of Mavericks runs between January 1st and March 31st. When the green light is lit, 24 surfing titans will defy the iconic big wave break located at Half Moon Bay, California. The one-day competition will crown a legend for the history books. Surviving huge wipeouts, cold water, and […]
Mike Tabeling, one of the pioneers of surfing in the East Coast of United States, has passed away at 65. Tabeling is a legend. A shining star in the Cocoa Beach surfing scene. Mike was a passionate surfer, who didn’t let a rare and aggressive form of Renal Cell Carcinoma/Papillary II change his sports life. […]
Gabriel Medina is still partying. At only 20, he added an ASP World Tour title to his trophy room. What does the world have to say about his maiden triumph? Brazil is proud of his surfer boy. Gabriel Medina has written a new chapter in the history of competitive surfing.
The samba party has just begun. Gabriel Medina takes the 2014 ASP World Tour, and he is the first ever Brazilian champion in the history of professional surfing. But Could Gabriel Medina back the 2014 ASP World Tour title with a victory in the Billabong Pipe Masters? The surfer from Maresias, São Paulo, put on […]
There are three main dangerous ocean currents. Rip currents, undertows and rip tides are very frequent in the majority of the beaches and coastal regions. Learn how to survive them. Surfers know currents. They’ve already been dragged by a strong current or channel. However, can we evaluate distinct dangers and act accordingly? How do we […]
SurferToday.com has announced the best wave riders of the year 2014. They have been inspiring our lives and pushing the limits of wave sports.They are the most talented surfers, kiteboarders, windsurfers and bodyboarders of our oceans in 2014.Their time is now.
It might not be cool to kick your feet in surfing, but the truth is that it works. What are the pros and cons of using the lower extremities of your legs for additional stroke power? It doesn’t look good, and it is often associated with beginner surfers and first-timers in the sport of riding waves. […]
Kelly Slater displayed a magical surfing performance in Round 2 of the 2014 Billabong Pipe Masters, to keep his world title hopes alive and fresh, in the world’s most famous Hawaiian arena. The repechage heats were run in dangerous double-to-triple overhead surf. It was heavy out there. Despite a slow start, Slater managed to ride […]