The surfers that rolled out of bed early definitely had the best of it in Canggu at the start of the week. A clean little swell kept the lineup busy with both lefts and rights up and down the beach. I just love watching the videos from ‘Surfers of Bali’. Enjoy this one: Surfers in the video: 0:55 – Kayla Tani @kaylatani1:26 – Jasmine @jazstuder__ 2:06 – Tonyo @darmaputratonjo 2:33 – Gilang 3:38 – Marco @marcoranb 4:06 – Tipi Jabrik @tipijabrik ..read more

“I hear people say things about me retiring, like ‘You need to just retire’, blah blah, but I think people don’t understand what a life it’s been.” In 1992, a 20-year-old rookie named Kelly Slater hopped a ride to Bells Beach with his buddy and mentor Tom Carroll. It was the first event of his first year on tour. He won the world title that first year, but he didn’t win Bells. The event challenged him like few others. Now, 32 years later, as the greatest competitive surfer of all time prepares to step away from the heat of battle, we asked Kelly to spend some time with his old friend Tom, wand ..read more

Honestly I’m not sure what to think/feel about this. A part of me loves to watch the wipe outs and the other part of me is always in awe of the “whoa how did they get outta that?!” I’ve only ever gone kitesurfing 3-4 times in the Dominican Republic, so it’s safe for you to assume that I absolutely suck at it. So when I came across this video, I was expecting an epic wipe out. Turns out, Reo Stevens is an absolute beast. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Reo Stevens (@reostevens) Reo Stevens is a pro kitesurfer and ‘foil lord’ from Hawaii from what I’ve read. Reo tucked down into ..read more

Surfing has struggled with going mainstream. You know it, I know it… we all know it. Once you become a surfer, you become a part of a unique culture that most mainstream people simply don’t understand. The masses tend to gravitate towards TV and movies and surfing movies and TV shows have always struggled. It makes sense why when you think about it. Until someone experiences their first wave, they don’t get it. Sure, movies like Blue Crush made surfing look cool and introduced the sport to parts of the USA that is nowhere near the ocean, it didn’t create a mass influx of surfers. So this means ..read more

In a recent video by VIVOBAREFOOT, surfing legend John John Florence shares his invaluable insights on improving body mobility. This blog post captures the essence of his approach, blending practical tips with Florence’s personal experiences to create an entertaining and educational guide. The Philosophy of Stretching: Small Steps for Big Gains Florence emphasizes the importance of consistency over intensity in stretching routines. He advocates for starting with manageable goals, like a 10-minute session, to build a habit. This approach, he finds, is more effective and sustainable than settin ..read more

Embracing the Waves: A Surfer’s Journey to Style and Calm Surfing, a dance with the ocean’s rhythm, is not just about conquering waves; it’s an art form that demands style, grace, and a relaxed demeanor. In a recent video by Longboard Sessions, titled “The Hardest Thing Surfers Must Overcome,” we get an insightful glimpse into this journey, led by Brian James, a passionate surfer. Set against the backdrop of New Jersey’s beaches, Brian takes us through a session that’s both challenging and enlightening. The Quest for Style on the Surfboard The video opens with Brian and his friend Anthony gea ..read more

Nathan Florence, you possess a remarkable ability to navigate through the most challenging circumstances, my friend. This breakdown was truly impressive. You can see just how much Nathan’s videos are helping people by seeing people’s comments. “Nathan mahalo for sharing these important duck diving tips. I’m no way a big wave surfer just 4 maybe 5 feet Hawaiian is my max and even at that size I get completely worked. Seeing you make these split fractional micro second decisions in those size waves, in gnarly conditions with multiple elements thrown at you, was intense. Respect.” –@bestuscitie ..read more

Check out this video from Backcountry Foil Surfing Excursions to see what’s happening down in one of our favorite surf spots.. Check out their site, https://foilsurfingexcursions.com/ for more and to book ..read more

Sun’s out, fun sized swell in the water and a light wind gave surfers in Canggu plenty to be happy about earlier in the week. This stretch of beach has been consistently producing fun rippable waves lately, even without the aid of an offshore breeze, the shape is still there. If you’re looking for a relaxing session full of long, smooth rides, Canggu is the place to be ..read more

Australian professional surfer Laura Enever has made waves in the world of surfing as she officially shatters the world record for the largest wave ever paddled into by a woman. Both the Guinness World Records and the World Surf League (WSL) have confirmed the staggering size of the 13.3-metre(43.64 feet) wave that Enever courageously surfed in Hawaii on January 22. Enever shared her exhilaration, stating, “I knew it was big when I paddled into it and then when I took off I looked down and I knew it was definitely the biggest wave I’ve ever caught.” She also added that this momentous ride was ..read more