Whether surfing or shaping, Ryan Burch’s style is anything but predictable. And why should it be? Open-minded experimentation and freeform expression are well suited to the shifting moods of the ocean. “In conversation with Ryan Burch” by WASTED TALENT explores the concepts behind his unique take on wave riding and building unconventional surfboards. Plus, it […]
“The best thing my dad’s taught me is to be kind and humble…” – Jackson Dorian – Growing up in Hawaii, making friends, and shredding with dad – gromlife doesn’t get much better than that. Eleven year old Jackson Dorian lays it down and froths out in this mini profile by Billabong’s Bloodlines. Featuring cameo surf […]
“The sun is shinning. The weather is sweet…” – Bob Marley – Wind ravaged line-ups are a common sight in northern California during spring time, but there’s an easy remedy. A little reggae, thoughtful quiver selection, and lowering of standards can drastically improve any set of conditions. It also helps if you can navigate kelp […]
Since it was founded by Dr. Dave Jensen in 2000 Surfaid has been working to save lives in impoverished yet surf rich areas. Picture backwater villages plagued by malaria and high infant mortality rates in West and North Sumatra, Nias, Sumbawa, and the Mentawai Islands. According to their website Surfaid offers “practical support such as […]
“It’s time to set the record straight…” Beastie Boys – More out of necessity than irony I run and stretch on the beach almost every time I surf. With irony, however, presurf workouts in a wetsuit are infinitely better. For proof watch Nate Tyler and Chippa Wilson’s loose approach spliced in with retro exercise videos […]