Nate Florence Breaks Down His Whole Quiver and Explains How He Chooses a Surfboard
Nate Florence, a pro‑surfer famed for big‑wave barrels, recently broke down his entire quiver in a detailed video. He explains how each board—from a high‑performance shorty for steep reef breaks to a fuller fish for softer conditions—matches specific wave characteristics. By linking board shape, volume, and fin setup to wave size, power, and shape, he shows why a single “all‑purpose” board falls short for varied surf spots. The insight offers a practical framework for serious surfers seeking to optimize equipment.
Alabama Launches Shark Alert System Named After Teen Who Lost Hand, Leg in Attack
Alabama's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources launched the Lulu Gribbin Shark Alert System, sending text warnings to beachgoers in Baldwin and Mobile counties when a confirmed shark attack or credible threat occurs. The system mirrors AMBER Alert protocols and...
A Japanese Denim Brand Gave the Vans Authentic a Jika-Tabi Makeover
Japanese denim specialist FDMTL has teamed with Vans to reimagine the Authentic sneaker as a split‑toe Jika‑Tabi. The capsule showcases FDMTL’s signature indigo patchwork and layered denim tones, echoing the traditional Japanese boro aesthetic. A white‑upper version adds a more...
Ben Gravy Was Detained for Surfing Over an International Border
Australian surfer Ben Gravy attempted his 27th country by surfing from the Dominican Republic directly into Haiti, bypassing passport control. He rode an A‑frame river‑mouth break that straddles the border, was detained by Haitian authorities, and later escorted back to...
Rob Machado Has a New Mid-Length Surfboard: The Xtra Cado
Pro surfer Rob Machado has launched a new mid‑length surfboard called the Xtra Cado. The board is essentially a stretched version of his best‑selling Machadocado, featuring extra foam, a rounded nose and a thin squash tail. Designed for average surfers,...
Natxo Gonzalez Explains What It Took to Get the Wave of a Lifetime at Mullaghmore
On December 22, Natxo Gonzalez rode what he describes as the best wave of his life at Mullaghmore Head, Ireland. The swell featured massive, long‑period rollers that broke into heavy, hollow barrels, despite low tide and safety concerns. After months...
Here’s Why Anat Lelior Has Given Israeli Surfers a Much-Needed Morale Boost
Anat Lelior became the first Israeli to earn a spot on the World Surf League Championship Tour after a dramatic finish at the Newcastle Surfest. She entered the Morocco Challenger event under a neutral “World” flag due to safety concerns...
Industry Insiders Explain How AI Is Impacting Graphic Design in the Snowboarding World
Snowboard brands YES and Ride have publicly incorporated generative AI into this season's graphics, blending prompts with in‑house artistry to create hybrid designs. YES released a satirical Greats series while also offering a fully human‑crafted counterpart, and Ride produced over...
Luke Cederman Has a Solution for Surfers Who Drop In
New Zealand surf comedian Luke Cederman unveiled the "Surf Solo 2.0," an air‑horn device designed to signal wave ownership and curb drop‑ins at crowded breaks. The gadget repurposes automotive‑grade technology to emit a short, audible cue, replacing profanity with a...
California’s Largest Ski Resort Will Close a Full Month Early
California’s Palisades Tahoe, the state’s largest ski resort, announced it will close by late April instead of the planned Memorial Day. The decision follows a snowpack that is only about 30% of its historical average for the end of March,...
Lucas Fink and a Few Wild Rides Skimboarding Giant Nazaré
Lucas Fink, a five‑time world skimboarding champion, has taken a sabbatical from competition to chase giant waves at Portugal’s Nazaré using a flat, finless skimboard. He became the first athlete to ride Nazaré’s 20‑meter faces on such a board, a...
Watch Adam Bennetts Foil Surfing Through a Dreamscape
Australian waterman Adam Bennetts has turned his YouTube channel into a showcase for foil surfing, posting a serene video of himself gliding on a foil board near shore. After abandoning traditional surfboards six years ago, Bennetts now rides foils exclusively,...
Nate Florence Went to Puerto Escondido to Ride the First South Swell of the Season
Nate Florence swiftly booked a trip to Puerto Escondido after forecasts showed the season's first south swell. The Mexican surf town, recently named a World Surfing Reserve, offers some of the planet's most challenging, tube‑filled waves. Florence, a veteran of the...
Puerto Escondido Dedicated as 14th World Surfing Reserve
Puerto Escondido has been officially dedicated as the 14th World Surfing Reserve, a designation by the Save The Waves Coalition. The six‑mile protected zone spans iconic breaks such as Zicatela, Punta Colorada, and Carrizalillo. The reserve aims to safeguard the...
WSL Says It Reached 80 Million People in 2025
The World Surf League (WSL) announced that its 2025 season reached 80 million viewers across linear TV and digital platforms, according to Nielsen data. Fans logged 20.3 million viewing hours, a 19% rise from the prior year, with an average...
Family Sues California Ski Resort Over Hot Chocolate Burn
A California family has filed a lawsuit against Heavenly Mountain Resort, alleging that a server handed their five‑year‑old daughter a lidless hot chocolate that scalded her chest and abdomen. The Burns family claims the beverage was "excessively and unnecessarily hot,"...
Albee Layer Surfs What Might Be Maui’s Most Dangerous Slab
Albee Layer, a renowned big‑wave surfer, recently rode one of Maui’s most treacherous slab waves, captured in a viral Tucker Wooding video. The steep, hollow face—often deemed unsurfable—draws a niche group of elite surfers including Steve Roberson, Ramon Rode and...
Gerry Lopez Designed a Board for Assisted Hydrofoil Surfing
Legendary surfer Gerry Lopez has partnered with North Action Sports (NSP) to launch the Pelican, a lightweight foilboard built for the Foil Drive electric‑assist system. The board features a rounded, forgiving shape and a subtle nose vee that promotes quick...
Snowboarder Makes DIY Tow Rope Out of Riding Lawn Mower
A Winnipeg snowboarder transformed a rusted riding mower into a homemade tow rope, creating a DIY lift capable of pulling three riders up a slope. He sourced the mower on Facebook Marketplace, rewired it, added an extra tire groove and...
Why a Surfer Spent 4 Months in ICE Detention for Wandering Onto the Wrong Beach
Surfer Hagop Chirinian was detained for four months after unintentionally crossing the Camp Pendleton border, prompting ICE involvement. Although he held a work permit and complied with check‑ins, he was held without a formal hearing, leading a federal judge to...
Saudi Arabia’s Adrena Wave Pool, Through the Eyes of a Canadian Surf Photographer
A Canadian surf photographer traveled to Saudi Arabia to film marketing content for Endless Surf’s new wave pool at the Adrena park. The facility uses filtered Red Sea saltwater and offers fully customizable wave settings, from slab sections to air...
Grand Canyon Official Says Fire Damage Will Make Trails Dangerous for Years
The Dragon Bravo wildfire scorched 145,000 acres of the Grand Canyon's North Rim last summer, destroying over 70 structures and depositing five to six feet of rock, ash, and dirt on the North Kaibab Trail. Trail Supervisor Adam Gibson warns...