Why Do Waves Break You know that waves provide hours and hours of fun, whether getting barreled on your board, or bodysurfing, but do you know where they come from? Well, the study of breaking waves is under the scientific discipline of fluid dynamics, which studies how liquids and gases interact with the Earth. Is this starting…
Onshore VS Offshore Wind Many surfers think that the concept of onshore or offshore wind is simple. Wind blowing offshore is a wind blowing toward the ocean, while wind blowing onshore is a wind blowing away from the sea. Of course, the next question a surfer might ask is, What does that mean, and why should I…
Surfing Styles The question of who the most stylish surfers are, or even what makes a stylish surfer, is a hotly contested one. Most surfers have their own definition of style, and even getting two friends to agree on what they love to watch most in surfing is never simple. The key is – there are…
Biggest Waves In The World Hundreds of miles off any coast lies the deep unknown, where monstrous storms wreak havoc, and epic waves begin taking form. While many of these waves cease to make it to shore, there are a few incredible places around the world where you can watch these colossal ocean giants come…
Vans Crocs This past year, Vans did the unthinkable and released a pair of rubber slip-on shoes, completely rinsable and ultra-comfortable. We know what’s going through your head right now, “Did Vans REALLY make a pair of Crocs?” It definitely looks that way! The true question is, are they legit? Let’s dig in and find out! Continue Reading
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.There’s tons of different types, shapes, and materials available for skimboards. Whether you’re wondering if a fiberglass board is really worth it or if there’s any difference between two shapes, you’ll find the answers here. We’ve looked at a bunch of skimboards to help you find your best…
Surfer Names For Boys & Girls If you’re a surfer and soon-to-be parent that wants to give your child a name representative of your favorite natural entity, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best surfer baby names around. Come dive in! Continue Reading
Barreled Surfing Riding a barreling wave is a spiritual experience. Unfortunately, it is one of the most demanding surfing maneuvers to pull off and requires quite a bit of work and determination to do correctly. Even many advanced surfers have yet to enjoy the perfect tube ride experience, as many variables need to be exactly…
Surf Changing Mat We know all too well about the dreaded, post-surfing changing session. Even after all these years, it seems nearly impossible to slip gracefully out of your wetsuit without covering it in sand. To aid that problem, the surf community came up with the changing mat. Of course, with so many surf changing mats on…
Best Wake Surf Boat With wake surfing popularity growing faster every day, finding the right wake surf boat for your needs can be pretty tricky. From Malibu to Wake to Tige and beyond, there are SO many wake boat manufacturers on the market today! Luckily, you’ve come to the right place. So come dive in with…