Stingray Facts While these flat-bodied specimens may look like they are from another planet, stingrays are pretty common in many parts of the world. They’re often found in the tropical and subtropical waters of the ocean, as well as rivers and freshwater lakes, so locking eyes with one of these funky little vertebrates at least…
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…
Surf Training Guide We’ve all seen that guy in the lineup and probably had the same thoughts. How is that guy on every single good wave? How can he possibly recover from that layback? How did he make through to the lineup while I’ve been trying to paddle for the past twenty minutes. The truth…
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…
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…
Best Tide Watches If you’re looking to make the most of your time in the water, having a quality tide watch can do the trick. No, it will not make you the next Kelly Slater, but it can help you check tide data before paddling out and keep time while in the water. Of course, there…
Surf Exercises Conventional wisdom is that the best way to improve your surfing is to surf more. That’s all good, but we all know there more days you’re not surfing than are surfing. Whether its lack of swell or just a busy schedule it can be hard to surf as often as we should if…
Kook Surfers While you should always have fun while out surfing, the last thing you want to be called is a “kook.” Of course, if you’re new to surfing, you might be wondering, What do kooks do, and how can I avoid becoming one? Stay cool, my friend. Continue reading to find out all you need to do…