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Southern California’s Toxic Algal Bloom & What Surfers Need to Know
While Southern California surfers were stoked on great swell recently — sea lions and dolphins were less stoked on what the ocean was...

Ella Engel
3 days ago


Big Sur Shark Attacks (2025 Report)
Where woodland hills meet salt-covered ocean depths, Big Sur lies comfortably between Carmel and San Simeon. It is a camping and surfing...

Curtis Reale
3 days ago


Andrew Cotton Talks his "COTTY Boot" Collab with XtraTuf & Big Wave Surfing's Progression
Photo courtesy XtraTuf Andrew “Cotty” Cotton spends most of his time in extreme environments. The blonde-haired 42-year-old big wave...

Cash Lambert
May 9


HBO's Season 3 of "100 Foot Wave" is Officially Here
The waves are bigger, the stakes are higher, and the chase is far from over. Stream Season 3 of the 100 Foot Wave on HBO!

Cash Lambert
May 7


Why The Airstream "Basecamp" is the Ultimate Surf Camper
When the waves are going off, the last thing you want to do is leave the beach, even if it's for food, rest, or to get a good night's...

Cash Lambert
May 7


Ombraz Founders Talk Armless Shades & Revolutionizing the Sunglass Experience
Attention to detail and artisan craftmanship are two core pillars of the Ombraz brand, founded by Jensen Brehm and Nikolai Paloni. Photo...

Cash Lambert
May 6


Who’s Making Sustainable Surfboards?
“The only thing that separates us from the water is the surfboard you're riding, there’s no reason why that shouldn't be made out of good...

Ella Engel
May 3


An Eco-Conscious Guide to Sustainable Wetsuits
Unless you're lucky enough to do all your surfing in the tropics, you’re probably more than conditioned to put on a wetsuit every time...

Ella Engel
May 3


The Best Men's Sunglasses for Surfers & Beachgoers
After long sessions in the water surfers should feel at ease knowing they have a great pair of glasses waiting for them on the sand. With...

Curtis Reale
May 3


Must Watch: Vaer Presents the North Shore Lifeguard Association
Set against the backdrop of towering winter swells and crystal blue beaches, this film is a reminder that behind every rescue is a...

Cash Lambert
May 2


Shark Attacks in Nicaragua (2025 Report)
Nicaragua, located between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, is known as the geographically largest country in Central America....

Olivia Dennis
May 1


The Best Shark Deterrents & Repellants of 2025
When entering the waters all around the world, there is no denying that you are no longer in complete control. There is a whole other...

Olivia Dennis
May 1


Kershaw: The Ultimate Waterman's Knife
"I’m a captain formerly known as Laserwolf. I’m a father, fishing guide, photographer, wave rider, classic car enthusiast, and all-around...

Mark Sawyer-Chu
Apr 30


Can Surfboards Be Recycled?
There's nothing quite like getting a new surfboard. The joy of bestowing its first coat of wax upon it, or paddling it into a wave for...

Ella Engel
Apr 29


Gulf Shores Shark Attacks (2025 Report)
Gulf Shores is a city on Alabama’s Gulf Coast with a plethora of beaches, trails, piers and outdoor activities, making it a perfect spot...

Olivia Dennis
Apr 25


The Ultimate Guide to Hooded Rashguards
Surfers looking for an alternative to a spring suit and surf cap are in luck. Hooded rash guards have recently hit the surfing scene,...

Curtis Reale
Apr 25


Shark Attacks on Australia's Gold Coast (2025 Report)
Australia's Gold Coast brings many travelers from all over the world to its shores each year. Staying knowledgeable about the grand...

Curtis Reale
Apr 25


A Guide to Eco-Friendly Surf Wax
Surf wax is—quite literally— the glue that holds a surf session together. Too little wax on your board can be enough to cost you the wave...

Ella Engel
Apr 23


How You Can Help the Great Pacific Garbage Patch
On a breezy beach day in Southern California, the Santa Ana winds pick up a plastic bag from a picnic table, blowing it to a nearby...

Ella Engel
Apr 21


Where to do a Beach Cleanup in Santa Barbara in 2025
Paddling out to the lineup and seeing pieces of trash amongst the kelp, always puts a damper on the surf day. It’s a bummer to see...

Ella Engel
Apr 21
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