It sounds like an ode to 1970s surf culture – mushrooms, hemp, low environmental impact, and phenomenal surf in the outer reaches of Maui’s lush shores. In reality it’s a recipe for the birth of a surf company start-up that prides itself on sustainability and performance. Focused on the creation of fins, Huckleberry Surf Company […]
Month: November 2017
“Form & Void” – Alex Knost Art Show In Japan
Unless you were in Japan this past October you probably missed Alex Knost’s latest art show titled Form & Void at T-Art Hall in Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo. Thanks to a short video by LIQUID, however, you can take somewhat of a virtual tour of the exhibition set to music by Glitterbust. T-Art Hall aims “to present more works of […]
Buy These Five Shirts – Support An Ocean Based Cause
While donating time or money to organizations you believe in is a great way to get behind a cause and show your support, it’s also nice to come away with something to show for it. Buying a t-shirt is one easy way to do this. Not only does the money you spend go to the […]
“California (Part 2) A Surfing Film”
I can’t get enough of my home state, California. And neither can millions of others. Jeff Chavolla‘s sweeping videos remind us why. Lush geography and a rich diversity of surf set-ups translates into a modern day gold rush – with arguably better rewards. sources and links: Jeff Chavolla
Punta De Lobos Locked In As Official World Surfing Reserve
You might have heard the news recently that Punta De Lobos officially became a World Surfing Reserve and Noosa in Queensland, Australia was selected to be the next one – but what exactly is a World Surfing Reserve? And why should we care or get involved? To answer the first question we went to the source. […]
Quality Mindsurfing: “Jungle” By Morgan Maassen
In a world where surf movies saturate all media platforms it take a lot to stand out. Jungle by Morgan Maassen manages to do this. With mesmerizing cinematography, a unique editing style, and creative music selections this one transcends your typical video. The diverse cast of surfers featured in it include Marlon Gerber, Lee Wilson, Noa […]
Save The Waves Film Festival 2017
The nonprofit organization Save The Waves (STW) is about more than just saving waves. According to their website they are “dedicated to protecting coastal resources through a unique combination of protected areas, economics and direct action.” Water quality, marine pollution, endangered reefs, public access, and climate change are a few of the issues they take on […]
How To Build A Surfboard From Trash With Dan Mann
Discarded body boards, plastic bottles, used fin boxes, left over carbon fiber, and Kelly Slater’s old traction pad are some of the materials Dan Mann recycled to create a surfboard largely made out of trash. Watch the video below and listen to Dan Mann expound on his approach to learn more about how he replicated […]
Fluid Style – Deni Firdaus In “BLACKBOY”
Directed by Dustin Humphrey BLACKBOY is a short film that focuses in on Indonesian surfer Deni Firdaus and his refreshingly old school take on surfing and motorbike culture. Fluid style on single fin logs in waves that grace a forgotten idyllic village endow this piece with nostalgic vibes. Add a look into the world of […]
Benefit Art Show In SF For Nor Cal Fire Victims
The Great Highway Gallery is putting on a benefit art show tonight, November 10, 2017, dedicated to helping victims of the Northern California Fires. The show will include photographs of the fires by Joe Aguirre and Jake Ricker. There will be a raffle at the event with prizes that include art and gift certificates to […]