Everything in the visual world looks a little more artsy when it’s done in black and white. Footage of world title contender Kalohe Andino’s hyper kinetic surfing is no exception. Cabin Fever, by Bay Area local Perry Gershkow, captures Andino’s surfing in a different shade than we’re used to seeing it, illustrating this point and […]
Overthinking the surf experience is sometimes a misstep. It’s not always necessary to hunt perfect conditions or tap into remote set-ups to enjoy the ocean. Simply grabbing a cruisey board and sliding down a few waves close to home can satiate. For proof, watch this short clip by Morgan Maassen, featuring Trevor Gordon and music […]
It’s not often the ratio of barrels to surfers weighs in a positive direction at a crowded spot like Sandspit. It does happen though. Winter is sometimes good like that. Flushing out crowds, setting up the sand, and ushering in a wealth of swell. For an inspiring glimpse of wintery California magic check out Jeff […]
Get inspired to expand your quiver. Watch the everstoked, purveyor of positive surf vibes, Dane Gudauskas draw some nice lines on a 5’6″ CI Fish. While you’re at it, turn up the audio and indulge in the funky soundtrack, curtesy of The Whole Darn Family. Enjoy… sources and links: cisurfboards Videographers Sean Lesh and Jacob Vanderwork […]
Dane Reynolds and filmer Mini Blanchard are an all-star team when it comes to producing inspiring surf edits. Whether featured in Kai Neville films such as CLUSTER, posted on Dane’s former infamous blog Marine Layer Productions, or included in any of the other projects the two have worked on since, they always stand out. BAKERZ […]
“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 […]
Dane Reynolds has not been one to shy away from experimentation in surfboard design. In fact the opposite is true. From the Sperm Whale to the Dumpster Diver to the 3D Bonzer, he has piloted a wide variety of forward thinking shapes. So why not add asymmetricals to the list? The video below, by Jeff […]
Tyler Warren is building a reputation as an artist and shaper. Not only does he design unique and inspiring surfboards in every conceivable dimension, but he surfs them all with cat-like skill and classic style. The short video below by Visualguyser pans along for a few sessions, documenting his versatile approach. To see more of […]
Dane Reynolds, Malcolm Cambell, Channel Islands Surfboards – what’s not to like about this combo? Watch these three powerhouse entities come together to create a seriously fun looking bonzer. Or, more to the point, check out Dane’s test pilot session and enjoy the ride. sources and links: CI Surfboards