To say that Kai Lenny is pushing the limits in heavy surf conditions is an understatement these days. He’s doing things in the water no other human wants a part of. Free-fall drops in the meanest of sections, swooping turns and above the lip airs on monstrous waves all while switching between a ridiculous variety […]
Weird music, solid Puerto wave, beautiful drop. While Bianca Valenti continues to push limits on so many levels (she’s an advocate, an activist, a solid hard-charging pioneer at the forefront of women’s big wave surfing) she also simply inspires when she surfs. For proof, ogle the smooth line she draws on this beast at Zicatela […]
Puerto Escondido holds one of the world’s best big wave spectacles. Giant lines of swell roll in, pitching up into oversized, throaty, sometimes makable barrels before detonating mercilessly on near-shore sandbars. It’s a world class proving ground for those brave enough to test themselves against nature’s wrath. Because the action takes place close to shore […]
Nazare has been pumping out some heavy gems lately. This footage of Sebastian Steudtner takes you there – up close and droney. Check out some healthy white veins on mountains of water and a few quality tow lines – then “wait for it.” sources and links: Máquina Voadora
“I ended up being able to follow my passions and make a living out of it. So I’ve been very blessed in being able to do that…” Mark Healey is a world renowned hellman in the water, known for taking on the heaviest of heavy conditions at big wave spots in Hawaii and around the […]
After Andrew Cotton’s horrific wipe out the other day it’s good to see a few completed waves at Portugal’s fabled big wave spot (with the exception of one guy who pulls into an unmakable cavern). You know it’s massive out there when a graphic highlighting tool is needed to locate a surfer’s position on the […]
Ocean Beach, SF is daunting and inspiring at the same time. When giant lines of swell start stacking up on the horizon it’s hard to look away. This unedited video with classic commentary by Chris Wilson from a few seasons back offers a taste of what’s coming this winter – heavy conditions and respectable moments […]
Inflatable vests are changing the big wave surf game in more ways than one. Not only do PSI (Personal Surf Inflation) Vests help save lives, but now, thanks to Patagonia, they’re also helping to preserve iconic big wave surf spots like Punta De Lobos. Last February Patagonia opened up their patented PSI Vest technology to […]
Distance Between Dreams, by director Rob Bruce, focuses on Ian Walsh and a crew of hellmen as they prepare for and take on some of the heaviest surf conditions imaginable: The film will be playing at Balboa Theater on April 19, 2017 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Locally brewed beer, by Anchor Brewing, will be served at […]
Women’s professional big wave surfing is stepping up this season. With the recent Pe’ahi Challenge competition in Maui, and a women’s heat scheduled for the Titans of Mavericks event in Half Moon Bay, professional female surfers are taking things to the next level. On November 11, 2016 Paige Alms won the Pe’ahi Challenge in solid surf, sharing […]