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

Using locally sourced timber and having designed a manufacturing process that minimises waste, Mike LaVecchia of Grain Surfboards has cornered the market in beautiful, sustainable wooden boards. And the best bit? They ride like a dream. Photos: Nick LaVecchia

Richard James and his brother Andrew recently finished shooting their first film, a surf trip of 30,000 kilometres along the west cost of Africa. Words and photos: Richard James

Jimmy Newitt pays homage to one of South Devon's treasures - not a break but a surfer who stands tall in the crowd. Words: Jimmy Newitt Photos: Ollie Howe

Joe Curren is the surfing equivalent of old growth, his style in the water and behind a lens is deeply rooted, contemplative and quietly powerful. Jair Bortoleto caught up with Joe to talk about family, travel, and shooting analogue in the digital age. Words: Jair Bortoleto Photos: Joe Curren

Chris Brunt chats to west Penwith's prodigal son and professional journeyman Sam Bleakley about his thirst for adventure and love of longboarding. [All photos by Chris Brunt.]


Daily

Slide Nights

July 01, 2010 |  Words By: Shredsled Society

slide_nights Sunshine and green water. Both Simon and I are pretty stoked on our new body slide equipment. When the surf gets too small you can leave your board and still get tubed… Crazy… We even got a visit from a curious seal.

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Secret Wars

July 01, 2010 |  Words By:

secret_wars Promoter and Founder, Terry Guy, compares it to the Championships League, but for Art. Imagine the plastic seats and confines of a stadium where the penchant for wearing cloned coloured tops with numbers is replaced with gritty, interesting architecture and imaginative yet co-ordinated couture and you are one step closer to experiencing one side of a Secret War. Photos: Louis du Mont

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Olympic magic on UK beaches

July 01, 2010 |  Words By: Hugo

sas Young people across the UK are being offered the chance of a lifetime, as the magic of the 2012 Olympics comes to town.

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Point Never #2

June 27, 2010 |  Words By: Howard

point_never Jimmy Newitt’s independent publication, you’ve seen #1, now find time for #2.

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Grant Newby talks to Richard Harvey

June 24, 2010 |  Words By: Howard

richard_harvey1 Grant Newby, instigator of the Alley Fish Fry, talks to Richard Harvey about the melting pot of ideas on tap.

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Surfing Brilliant Corners

June 22, 2010 |  Words By: Howard

surfing_brilliant_corners A book worth reading if you’re looking for a one-man jazz-infused tip-toe along the road of life.

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World Cup fever

June 21, 2010 |  Words By: Angela

karooDrift contributer Tim Conibear and South African champion free diver Hanli Prinsloo have just launched their Soccer Surf Road Trip blog.

Taking an alternative look at the World Cup festivities, the blog aims give an insight beyond vuvuzela horns and mega-stadiums.

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Stories from the North Sea

June 20, 2010 |  Words By: Chris Mcclean

doggerlandThe North Sea has a rich if somewhat short and inconsistent surfing history. Like the inconsistent waves that grace our Northerly shores. From hidden world-class spots to thumping beach-breaks and from ex-world champs to heroic explorers. The North Sea has its fair share of varied landscapes, classic spots, characters, legends, and myths.

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