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The Best Soft Top Surfboards for 2026
Soft top surfboards are becoming increasingly popular. They’ve taken the surfing world by storm because of their accessibility and affordability. Most soft top surfboards are targeted toward beginners but there are a few high performance options available. We’ll break down the basics to buying a soft top surfboard and some of the best options out there. Softop Surfboards: The Backstory Softop surfboards haven’t been around for long. The idea originated from boogie boards tha

Steve Anderson
Jul 16, 2024


The Best Women's Boardshorts
I'll be honest: there are many fashionable swimsuits for women, but not many are very comfortable to surf in. Although boardshorts for women are more difficult to find than those for men, boardshorts make for great surf attire for everyone. Brands today have mae them fashionable, can be form or loose fitting, and more comfortable. In this article, we will look at some of the best women's boardshorts on the market today, along with the most commonly asked questions associated

Olivia Roberts
Jul 15, 2024


The 30 Best Surf Books Ranked
The rich history of surfing, the world’s best surfers discussing their all-time best waves and worst wipeouts, how riding a wave is therapeutic, the spectacle that is the North Shore, the best places to surf, the ultimate surf road trip… You can find out all of this — and much more about surfing and our surf culture at large — by reading surf books. But not just surf books — the best surf books. Whether you’re looking for entertainment on your next trip, or you’re looking f

ASM Staff
Jul 10, 2024


The ASM Interview: Wes Horbatuk Talks Shark Tank, Drifties, and a New Era in Men's Boardshorts
Let us introduce you to the swanky and affordable wetsuit-lined boardshorts.

Cash Lambert
Jul 9, 2024


How ForShore’s Surf Training Can Improve Your Surfing One Bottom Turn At a Time
It may look odd, but it's a masterclass in how to improve your bottom turn with testimonials to prove it. Photo courtesy ForShore It all...

Cash Lambert
Jul 8, 2024


VELOX: The Next Generation of Fins from Firewire
New fins from Firewire and Dan Mann

Mark Sawyer-Chu
Jun 28, 2024


A Surf Book You'll Love: "I Heard There Were No Waves in New Jersey"
As an author myself, I'm completely biased, but I love surf books and surf literature because it chronicles the sport we hold so dear. I...

Cash Lambert
Jun 19, 2024


Surf Park Central’s First Regional Event Brings Together Industry Leaders at Multiple Surf Parks in Texas
Surf Park Central, the team behind the highly anticipated annual Surf Park Summit, announces the success of its first regional event, the...

ASM Staff
Jun 11, 2024


The 10 Best Beach Books
Beach reads can be classified as a myriad of things, so what really makes a book count as one? In our book, a beach read is anything that...

Grace Miller
Jun 5, 2024


2024 ISA World Para Surfing Championship Announced for November in Huntington Beach, California
Presented by Visit Huntington Beach, the highly successful and record-breaking 2023 edition of the event was held in Huntington Beach for...

ASM Staff
May 31, 2024


The Best Surfboards for Surfing in Oregon
Oregon surf is volatile. Subject to the lucrative swell cycle of the open Pacific. As such, board choice remains crucial, with certain...

Riley Ellis
May 28, 2024


“Dear Jasper”: KAVU Celebrates Mother’s Day With Powerful Surf Film
A surfer's letter to her daughter of love, parenthood, and setting intentions. Mother’s day is so much more than a day on the calendar....

Cash Lambert
May 12, 2024


Surf Jobs: How to Get a Job in the Surf Industry in 2026
If you’re like me, your life revolves around surfing. Sometimes, when work and life starts to get busy, you wish you could just be anywhere near the beach and the waves. Getting a job in the surf industry is a great option for all surf lovers because even if you aren’t surfing, you get to work in an environment that is focused on surfing. There are many jobs out there up for grabs in the surf industry and profitable enough to give you steady income while doing what you love.

Bailey Ann Kaiser
May 8, 2024


How I Got the Shot: Barrels in Carlsbad
Editor's Note: Our "How I Got the Shot" feature talks with today's leading photographers to get the story behind their most captivating...

Jared Weintraub
May 6, 2024


The Best Lifejackets for Paddleboarding
When searching for the perfect paddleboarding life jacket, safety, comfort, and durability remain top priorities. Amidst the heaps of...

Riley Ellis
May 6, 2024
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