Is Surfing Hard? Spoiler Alert: Yes surfing is hard. If you’re just starting to learn it can seem almost impossible. But does it have to be that way? How could you make your surfing experience less difficult and more enjoyable? If you dream of going in search of the perfect wave or just want something to…
Difference Between Sea And Ocean Listen up, landlubbers! We know that you live the majority of your life on land, though that doesn’t mean you should ignore the important facts about the seas and oceans. With more than 70% of our planet covered in water, many people think it’s all the same thing. Well, not exactly. While many…
Jaws Surf Spot When most people think of Hawaii, they think of friendly luaus, warm, sandy beaches, and slack guitar music. However, when surfers think of Hawaii, they often think of the mighty Jaws, one of the world’s most legendary surf spots. During the 90s, a few of the sport’s most legendary riders took on this…
Biggest Wave Ever Surfed Where are the biggest waves in the world found? Who rides these massive walls of water? How do you even attempt to surf a wave worthy of a Guinness World Record? The average human fears for their life when faced with giant waves. However, there are a select few who make it…
Leo Carrillo State Beach Camping Just west of Zuma Beach, arguably one of Malibu’s most popular beaches, lies Leo Carrillo State Park. Here you’ll find a small cluster of beautiful beaches sprinkled along the western side of the Pacific Coast highway. While the area is famous for swimming, surfing, fishing, sunbathing, diving, kiteboarding, and more, it…
Costco Snorkeling Set If you’re looking to explore the surface of the ocean, can’t you just go to your local sporting goods store and pick up some cheap, second-hand snorkel gear? The answer is absolutely… If you want to drink salt water for breakfast. While snorkel gear might seem simple at first glance, there are many things…
Trestles Beach Unless you’re an avid surfer, you may have never heard of Trestles Beach. The beauty of Trestles is that even if you’re not planning on paddling out in the surf, there is still plenty to enjoy. As a smaller section of San Onofre State Beach, it’s the perfect stop on a Southern California road…
Surfboard Traction Pad Balance is one of the key components of great surfing, and a good traction pad can be incredibly valuable in that regard. However, with so many surfboard traction pads on the market, finding one that is durable, functional, and made with high-quality materials, can be surprisingly difficult. You want your traction pad to…
Extinct Ocean Animals Many scientists believe that we’re in the middle of one of history’s most significant extinction periods. From habitat loss to rising ocean temperatures, some ocean creatures are having their populations driven down at faster rates than ever before. So it is not surprising that the species listed as extinct continues to grow. Remarkably,…
Tide Clocks Anyone who spends their time by the sea knows the difference tides make. It’s not only about predicting when the fish will be biting, or when the waves will be best. The tides can also pose serious safety concerns because some areas are exposed during low tides, then cut off as the water…