2016 was a wild and wooly ride around the sun. There was a strange presidential election, some landmark ocean based conservation measures put into effect, and a stronger shift in surf culture towards a more progressive mode of operating. Since it’s inception, late in 2016, The Good Brine has endeavored to spotlight surf related art, social advancements within […]
Regardless of whether you’re pulling into giant pits at Teahupoo, enjoying nice long walls at Rincon, or standing up and going straight in the white wash, all surfers know on some instinctual level there’s energy in waves. We can feel it as we’re propelled towards shore. Understanding and manifesting the potential to convert wave energy into a […]
Eleven time world champ, Kelly Slater, is not done making an impact on surf culture. With too many competitive victories to name, and a litany of humanitarian contributions already behind him like displaced water from his last cutback, it’s safe to say Slater is pushing the limits of surfing into the Outerknown. The moniker, “Outerknown” is not only the freakish […]
Paul Nicklen’s photographs are raw, taking his viewers to locations and settings most humans will never go, offering an intimate look at unique species few people are likely to encounter. Massive ice caps melting in the far reaches of Norway, narwhals in the Arctic, leopard seals hunting penguins below ice sheets, and divers swimming beneath massive waves in Hawaii […]
Patagonia made huge strides on the day after Thanksgiving, helping to turn Black Friday green by donating 100% of sales to grassroots organizations focused on protecting the environment. The company raised about $10 million, exceeding expectations by a long shot and empowering those on the front lines of environmental stewardship. Some of the ocean and marine life related […]
Since its inception there’s been pandemonium on Black Friday as uncountable shoppers go haywire in pursuit of savings on consumer items. But does this have to be the paradigm of our holiday culture? How can we shift our psychology here, and reconfigure the day after Thanksgiving to represent a more progressive vibe? Green Friday anyone? To begin […]
Growing up surfing in cold water inspires an appreciation for quality wetsuit innovation. Thanks to Jack O’Neil and the procession of wetsuit companies and pioneers that followed him I’ve never had to think too hard about what I wear in the water. There was always an easy litmus test – if it kept me warm and […]
On Saturday December 3, 2016 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, Surfrider Foundation, Marin County Chapter will be releasing their calendar for 2017 at Proof Lab in Mill Valley, CA. The calendar will include 13 high quality images of surf, beaches, and art produced by local photographers and artists. The event will showcase the calendar, function as […]
What do you get when you cross sustainable surfboards, wetsuits, boardshorts, and hand planes with a gallery space, artistic expression and positive intentions? A new show entitled “From Plastic to Fantastic” presented by Surfing Heritage And Culture Center (SHACC) and Sustainable Surf. The show features a variety of surf related items produced from recycled and sustainable […]
When you think about professional competitive surfing you probably picture John John Florence, or a competitor of his ilk, flying out of a gaping barrel and/or boosting a giant air with a jersey on. Timed heats, judging, performance innovation, cash prizes, corporate sponsors, and dramatic world title races should also come to mind. While the World […]