Now that fall is here, there's more swell making more news, and we wanted to make sure you didn't miss the history that went down last month in El Salvador at the 2026 Surf City El Salvador ISA World Junior Surfing Championship. From September 4 to 13, more than 400 of the world's best surfers aged 18 and under, representing 56 nations (crazy, right?!), battled it out at the point breaks of La Bocana and El Sunzal. One of the main reasons it's such a big event is that most of

Fall is arguably the best time of year to surf... Hurricane and storm swells pick up, the water isn’t unbearably cold yet, and the summer crowds have mostly cleared out. With bigger waves and cooler temperatures, it might be time to restock on some fall surf essentials. Whether you're sticking to your local lineup or heading to the snow-filled mountains, we’ve got you covered both in and out of the water with some of our favorite surf accessories, gadgets, clothing, and more.

We all have our own ideas of what a perfect day is, but there's something more special about a perfect day, or any day, in Jacksonville. Why? Let's start with the obvious: Jacksonville has 22 miles of coastline, full of sandy beachbreaks that light up from any hint of swell in the Atlantic Ocean. From hurricane swells in August to Nor'easters in October, and fun-sized waves in the summer, there's a wave in Jacksonville 365 days a year (or so it seems). Not only is Jacksonvill

Huntington Beach is one of the most iconic surf communities in the world. What makes it so iconic are the waves and its history, yes, but also because of its people, including surfers running generational businesses near the ocean. This includes the Pai family, who run Huntington Beach Surf and Sport. Located just across the street from the Huntington Beach Pier, it's the ultimate surf shop. Not only can you get anything and everything you need, from t-shirts to boardies, sur

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.

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

If you've ever struggled with getting surfboards to the beach, the RadRack team knows your pain, and has a pretty rad solution. Photo courtesy RadRack A few years ago, Brian Spinrad had a problem. Just after purchasing his dream car, a Ford Bronco, he wanted to take his family, including his kids, to the beach and surf. Issue was, he couldn’t strap his surfboard to the top of his Bronco because of its soft roof. He couldn't fit the boards inside the vehicle, either. When this

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

There's no doubt about it: surfing requires toughness. After all, some of the best sessions come with the most risk: difficult paddle outs, fighting currents, paddling for waves of consequence, riding walls of water the size of buildings and enduring long hold-downs. With that in mind, we partnered with Xtratuf — an apparel company who's products (especially their boots) are the definition of tough — and compiled a list of the toughest surfers today. Surfers who charge the bi

12 Reasons El Salvador Should Be Your Next Surf Destination

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

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

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

"Surfing tends to get better when your wave count goes up," said Dave Allee, the Founder of Almond and the brain behind the surfboard. "The Joy was designed to make everyday waves worth paddling out for."

Photo courtesy ZONiE For surfers and outdoor enthusiasts today, energy is at a premium. And that extra energy we need, whether it's pre or post surf or getting through the day, usually comes from energy drinks. But here’s the problem. With so many energy drinks out there today, which one is actually good for you? The truth is that many of today's energy drinks are choc full of high sugar content, high caffeine, artificial colors, artificial flavoring and other ingredients th

The only West Coast action sports and outdoor lifestyle trade show returns to the San Diego Convention Center May 14–15, 2026