Matt Rohrer shares some of the highlights of his conversations with Bay Area surfer Jimmy Holt, focal point of one of the few surfing photos to ever appear in National Geographic Magazine. Selected photos: Jim Shaw

In early 2008, longtime buddies Billy Hume, Jeff Myers, Joey Carter and Ben McBrien got together for a trip off the beaten track trip in search of waves and adventure. They headed for the icy waters of Alaska... Words: Jeff Myers Photos: Nick LaVecchia

They're trained to defend their country and protect our freedom and liberty, but when active service is over, many soldiers find themselves struggling with personal and mental problems that the army just doesn't want to know about. Could surfing provide some answers? Words & photos: Russ Pierre

A road trip around the Scottish coastline reveals all of the anticipated joys along with a few unexpected pleasures. Words and Photos: Jonathan Barattini

From WQS warrior to independent filmmaker via a AUS$27,000 debt, Johnny Abegg has trod an unconventional path through life so far, and proves that a relentlessly positive outlook and upbeat character can see you through the toughest times... Words: Mark Sankey Photos: Johnny Abegg

Dreamt up over 20 years ago by Renaud and Thomas Cardinal, two French brothers with a passion for board making, UWL has grown to become one of the biggest factories in Europe, while building a reputation based on performance and quality. Rui Ribeiro talks with Renaud about the past, present and future of UWL...


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Surf at Work

August 19, 2009 |  Words By: Clare

bigcolourful-front-webWith A-level results looming, this week’s airwaves have been sagging with the doom and gloom of how hard young people are being hit by the ‘recession’ or as I prefer to call it, (thanks, Charlie Brooker) ‘moneygeddon’. FULL STORY »

Quality people

August 18, 2009 |  Words By: Stefni

forest-hall-openI recently started au-pairing for a little bit of extra income. During the quiet months in Knysna I make an effort to source an out-of-the-ordinary challenge to couple with endless drawing, writing, photo exploration, skate park inspiration and as much outdoor time as I can possibly fit into one day.

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Backyarders

August 18, 2009 |  Words By: Tom W

bilbao-shaping-1-openWhy make your own boards? Because it is so rewarding. I would have to say it is the doubler for the surfing experience. To carry on about this would be wasted words, but what I can say is that everyone I know who has made their own boards has treasured that time.

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The shop allergy

August 17, 2009 |  Words By: Rui

photo3mollusksfI have a ‘thing’ about surf shops. Most of my friends used to spend hours at the local surf shop, just talking, looking and trying to get a discount.
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Burleigh Heads on display

August 17, 2009 |  Words By: Howard

burleigh-by-geoff-chartersThis sweet piece of film of Burleigh came courtesy of Geoff Charters by way of Grant Newby. Cheers guys…

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Goodbye Spain… hello England

August 17, 2009 |  Words By: Tom W

shaping-on-farm-2_openThe Spanish and French sections of our European tour are coming to an end… Matt and I have made a lot of boards and a lot of friends.

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of hulls……..

August 16, 2009 |  Words By: Chris P

smoothie-1An adventure in trim……… FULL STORY »

The Cove Movie interview

August 14, 2009 |  Words By:

the_coveRic O’ Barry spent ten years of his life helping to build up the dolphin entertainment industry, most notably capturing and training the aquatic stars of 60’s TV show Flipper. His tired eyes and weary demeanour are testament to the 35 years he has spent trying to tear that same industry down.
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