Pavones Point, Costa Rica: The Rare Family Surf Trip That Actually Worked

We’re right around the corner from summer time, which also means we’re heading into graduation season. If you haven’t gotten the graduating surfers in your life something special to celebrate their achievements yet, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite swimsuits, boardshorts, clothing, and surf essentials, right in time for summer. YETI Everyday Carry Backpack Photo courtesy Yeti Even though school’s out, a solid backpack is still a must-have, especially for beac

Whether you're shopping for a surfing mom, a mom of surfers, or a mom who does it all, we’ve picked out some of our favorite suits, clothes, accessories, and beach necessities that are perfect for any mom who spends most of her time in and near the ocean. Rumpl Towel With Rumpl towels, moms don’t have to worry about lugging wet, heavy towels off of the beach after every surf session. The quick-dry Tech Towel Totes convert into tote bags perfect for carrying sunscreen, wate

Regardless of where we surf, the type of board we ride, and our skill level, all of us surfers have the same fear in the lineup: sharks lurking beneath our toes. If you're surfing on the East Coast, you may be worried about small but powerful bites from bull sharks; if you're surfing in the murky and chilly waters of California, you may be worried about great white sharks; and if you're visiting Hawaii on a trip you've always dreamed of, you may be worried about tiger sharks.

A last-minute venue change and less-than-ideal surf didn’t stop the 2026 Mike Martin Pro/Am from delivering what volunteers, locals, and sponsors called its “best year yet.” Photo courtesy Carol Bishop Sears Photography The four day Mike Martin Pro/Am Surf and Skate Festival took over New Smyrna Beach from April 9-12, drawing surfers and spectators from every corner of Florida and beyond. This year, the event’s new skateboarding component kicked things off on Thursday evenin