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How to Surf Malibu: When to Go, Where to Park (Guide)
A storied history and one of the longest waves around: Malibu is a surfer's paradise — if you can handle the crowd. Malibu is iconic for...

Steve Anderson
Jan 9, 2024


How to Spot a Rip Current in the Ocean
According to the United States Lifesaving Association, 80% of lifeguard rescues are from individuals being stuck in rip currents and...

Olivia Roberts
Jan 7, 2024


The Complete California Surf Guide
California is home to 840 miles of coastline and about 400 public beaches. With this many options, surfers are destined to find at least...

Olivia Roberts
Jan 7, 2024


Nominations Are Now Open for the Aloha Award
Running from Jan 1 to March 31, nominations for the prestigious Aloha Award are now open! The Aloha Award Founded in 2018 by Mark...

ASM Staff
Jan 5, 2024


Where to Surf in Washington (Surf Guide)
The Pacific Northwest is one of American surfing's last frontiers. Included in the region is Wasington state. Perhaps known better for...

Steve Anderson
Jan 3, 2024


The Best Surfboard Racks Today
When your surfboard collection begins to grow, it is very likely that it will become disorganized. Whether this means your boards will be...

Olivia Roberts
Jan 2, 2024


New Hampshire Surf Guide
Although it doesn’t seem like it, little New Hampshire can muster up some incredible surf. With only 13 miles of coastline, there isn’t...

Olivia Roberts
Jan 1, 2024


Where to Surf in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has long been Central America’s most iconic surf destination. With a tropical climate, two surfable coastlines, and the...

Evan Quarnstrom
Dec 31, 2023


The ASM Interview: Courtney Conlogue Talks Her First Coaching Experience and Team USA’s Silver Medal
At the 2023 International Surf Association (ISA) World Junior Championship — 46 countries and 356 athletes competing in Rio de Janeiro...

Mark Sawyer-Chu
Dec 21, 2023


The Evolution of Surfing in Vietnam
Editorial Note: This was originally published on Global Perspectives, which takes a look at life from the perspective of a clueless...

Jared Peters
Dec 21, 2023


The Ultimate Guide to Surfing Alaska
Alaska should be on your surfing bucket list. Many don’t think of Alaska as a surf destination and in reality it isn’t because surfing...

Steve Anderson
Dec 13, 2023


Manera’s Alt Range Wetsuit Redefines Performance, Warmth, and Sustainability
Pete Devries is no stranger to cold water. In fact, he thrives in 45 to 50 degree lineups, with snow capped mountains often in the...

Cash Lambert
Dec 12, 2023


Erin Brooks & Jackson Bunch Win Haleiwa Pro
Erin Brooks (CAN) and Jackson Bunch (HAW) emerged victorious at The Hawaiian Islands HIC Haleiwa Pro, a Hawaii/Tahiti Nui Qualifying...

ASM Staff
Dec 4, 2023


Erin Brooks talks Family, Faith, & Barrels
In this episode, Mark has a conversation with Erin Brooks who is one of the best up-and-coming surfers in the world right now. She is...

Mark Sawyer-Chu
Nov 30, 2023


The Ultimate Guide to Surfing in El Salvador
El Salvador may be Central America’s smallest nation, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in the quality of surf. It boasts dozens...

Evan Quarnstrom
Nov 28, 2023
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