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Taste Maker: Lib Tech’s Mike Olson

On June 21, Lib Tech co-founder Mike Olson made the drive from Mervin Manufacturing to the Cleanline surfshop in Seaside, Ore., to personally deliver the first batch of Lib Tech Waterboards. It was a big day for Olson, for a couple of reasons. You see, he used to work at Cleanline, as their ding-repair…

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Surfing waves near the Sydney Opera House

On the 6th June 2012, a massive swell hit Sydney, in Australia. The Youtube story tells us that a giant wave broke all the way into the city harbour to create an endlesse two-kilometre (1.2 miles) wave ride. Interestingly, the wave was breaking Bennelong Point, the spot where the famous Sydney Opera House is located. […]

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Wax Magazine hits the waves of New York City

The surfing scene is definitely growing in New York City. The city that never sleeps is preparing to welcome new surf magazine that promises to be more than just another mag for dudes. “Wax” is a bi-annual print publication exploring the intersection of art, culture and surfing in and around New York City. The project […]

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The man who made Kelly Slater’s first surfboard dies

Richard Salick, the world-class surfer who founded the National Kidney Foundation Pro Am Surf Festival, has passed away at the age of 62. Salick made Kelly Slater’s first surfboard and is best known for working actively with the NKF and putting up charitable surf events. “RIP Rich Salick. Made my first surfboard, ran first event […]

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Surf movie "No Agenda" showcases real life surfing

“No Agenda” is the newest surf movie by a surf brand. This time, Quiksilver promises to feature everyone getting the best waves in great surf spots. Promoters say the goal is not to sell boardshorts, but to share the stoke. “No Agenda” has been on tour over the USA, in both coasts, and showcases the […]

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The basic rules of surf etiquette

1. Right of Way . The surfer closest to the peak gets priority. 2. Don’t Drop In . You are spoiling a wave of someone like you, who also enjoys surfing. Don’t do to others what you don’t want done to you. Wait for your turn. 3. Don’t Snake . Select the best position in […]

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William Aliotti conquers Bundoran with Backhand Air Reverse

William Aliotti has won conquered the Barefoot Wines Expression Session, after pulling off a massive Backhand Air Reverse in peaky wind affected 3-4ft waves at Main Beach, Bundoran. It came down to a titanic struggle during the 30-minute final with all surfers taking to the air in a “Best Manoeuvre – Winner Takes All” format. […]

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Jordy Smith hosts the Red Bull Nightshift in Durban

The 2012 Red Bull Nightshift is about to take of in the warm waves North Beach, Durban, South Africa, on the 30th June. Joining host Jordy Smith at the event will be a group of famous aerialists. Travis Logie, Rudy Palmboom, Ricky Basnett, Dan Redman, David Weare, Chad Du Toit, Shaun Joubert, Slade Prestwich and […]

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