One of my favorite surf communities in the US is a small beach town on the edge of a big coastal city: Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Why? Well, if you've been there, you probably know: the waves, the food, the community that's driven by selfless service, and so much more. And if you haven't been there, well, keep reading for why you absolutely need to make it your next trip. Let us introduce: "SeaGals" Visit Jacksonville recently dropped "SeaGals", a latest installment of the

For me, summer is, and always has been, synonomous with the US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach. From the surf action to the activities on the beach, concerts meeting up with friends to enjoy it all and more, it's the annual event that I (and so many others) always look forward to. Though the US Open of Surfing has marked my summers for years, the contest never gets stale. Why? Because it's so different from year to year: different surfers vying for glory, different bands

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This Father’s Day, treat the dads in your life to some new surf gear just in time for summer. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite beach and surf essentials we know they’ll actually use and enjoy. FCS X Sharkbanz Pod For Dads who love to surf but don’t want to risk shark encounters, the FCS x Sharkbanz POD is the most discreet and most convenient shark repellent product on the market, designed specifically for surfing. The lightweight pod can be strapped to any leash cuff

How do you earn the nickname "Surf City?" First, the location must have good, consistent waves. Second, the area must also be the epicenter of the surf industry, with surf shops, surf businesses, and home to iconic surf contests. And third, the community must be tight-knit, care and respect for each other, all the while exhibiting surfing's greatest quality: aloha. There’s only one location around the world that embodies all of this: Huntington Beach, otherwise known as Surf