Have you ever watched a surfer with so much admiration and fear? You may even ask questions like, "do they have 9 lives..?" Surfers are known for risking their lives amid big waves and big waters without a life jacket on. This may not sit well in the eyes of the viewer, but the truth […]

Surf Competitions are the ultimate battlegrounds where top surfers go head-to-head against one another to win that epic title. It’s the stoke and the thrill of being in action, doing what they live for. If you’re a surfer or a surf lover and you don’t know about these awesome surfing competitions, chances are you’re living […]

Surfing is one of the most physically demanding and exhilarating sports you can find. The unpredictability of the waves and the flashy stunts done by the experts are sure to capture any sports-loving audience. However, surfing was missing from the biggest sporting event, the Olympics, for the majority of its history. But it all changed […]

Hawaii has a long, rich history of amazing beaches, stunning views, and waves unlike anything seen elsewhere. There is a good reason it has earned the nickname of “the surfing capital.” Accounts written by the first Europeans to see what would become known as the Hawaiian Islands in the late 18th century made note of […]

Surfing can be a highly competitive sport, and there are plenty of championships and tours that give the top surfers a chance to show their stuff. With the ‘Brazilian Storm’ hitting the surfing world in recent years, let’s take a look at some of the best surfers Brazil has to offer. 1. Rodrigo Koxa Nicknamed […]

The origin of the ‘surfer mindset’ theory Surfers are notorious for their infallibly relaxed attitudes. They exude an enviable ‘go with the flow’ energy, which Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian says has benefits for all of us – both in and out of the water.  In a keynote address at the University of Virginia, Ohanian touted […]

Surfing is a surface water sport where the surfer rides a board moving forward through a series of waves toward the beach. To surf, the wave must be at a particular height that could be as low as 1.5 meters to as high as more than 10 meters. Such a range of wave height is […]

Australia has some of the best stretches of coastline on the planet and is home to world-class surf breaks. Given these conditions, it’s not surprising that some of the best surfers on the planet come from Australia. Let’s look at some of the Australian surfing legends that have risen to the pinnacle of the sport.  […]

Surfing is a great and enjoyable pastime activity and hobby. However, it might be intimidating for amateurs. The grand waves and endless waters are sure to shake the confidence of beginners. The key is to start properly. You don’t need to ride the biggest waves immediately, and you should start practicing with calmer waters. As […]