Drift speaks to Jim Heimann - cultural anthropologist, graphic design historian and author of a new publication TASCHEN's 365 Day-by-Day Surfing - a collection of vintage photographs and art works that will have you waxing nostalgic for bygone beach vibes.

Highs and lows in Morocco. Photos and words by Dan Crockett.

The Mentawais have given a lot to surfers; now it's time to give something back. Kate and Luke Gerson celebrate the beauty of these islands and highlight the continued need for aid following the recent earthquake.

Looking to the future with an eye firmly on the past, Tom Wegener has reintroduced the transport of kings to surfing's elite. His boards are works of art, but it's his veg patch that really floating Tom's boat right now... Words: Tommy Leitch Photos: Jamie Bott

When legendary longboard designer Bob McTavish came to Devon recently as part of TIKI's international shaper tour, Chris Preston couldn't resist the opportunity to quiz him about the technicalities of board design... Photos: Jamie Bott

Two of the most influential people on the surf-inspired art scene, Jeff Raglus and Gerry Wedd have been making their mark on everything from surfboards to teapots since the 1970s. Thirty years later, they're still as productive as ever... Words: Tommy Leitch Photos: Jamie Bott

Drift catches up with Portuguese genius photographer Hugo Silva, owner of www.undonephotos.com. Born on the south coast of Portugal in Portimão, Hugo now finds himself plying his trade near Lisbon in Carcavelos. His challenge has always been to capture the perfect swell, that one wave or the big manoeuvre.

Using locally sourced timber and having designed a manufacturing process that minimises waste, Mike LaVecchia of Grain Surfboards has cornered the market in beautiful, sustainable wooden boards. And the best bit? They ride like a dream. Photos: Nick LaVecchia

Rebel wave riders on a mission to enlighten the Western world to the true culture of the Middle East, blakkbox redefine the notion of surfers as beach bums who only care about the next wave. Photos: Cole Estrada & Anthony Allen

Bing Copeland was a pioneer of the modern surf industry. In his excellent new retrospective, ‘Bing Surfboards – Fifty Years of Craftsmanship and Innovation’, Paul Holmes discovered what makes Bing tick. Words: Bing Copeland & Paul Holmes Photos: Courtesy of Bing Copeland

Joe Curren is the surfing equivalent of old growth, his style in the water and behind a lens is deeply rooted, contemplative and quietly powerful. Jair Bortoleto caught up with Joe to talk about family, travel, and shooting analogue in the digital age. Words: Jair Bortoleto Photos: Joe Curren

Finding Inspiration on the Islands

June 03, 2014 | Words By:

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The humidity sets in as soon as the mini van’s air conditioning is turned off. A window rolls down and a hand emerges, tracing the outline of the Waianae Mountain range. Pineapple fields stretch for miles in either direction as the van makes it way toward Honolulu International Airport (HNL). The fields give way to small towns, and then to high rises, as the group approaches the airport.

Inside the van, taking in the changing landscape of Oahu, are Cara-Beth Burnside (CB), Vans rider and co-founder of Hoopla Skateboards; Marina Zawisa, director and producer of the documentary “3Killas y 1Kiwi”; Alisha Betcke; and Micaela Ramirez, founder of the Poseiden Foundation. Waiting for the van outside the dark underpass at HNL is Elissa Steamer, NikeSB rider and founder of Gnarhunters. The minute the van arrives and Steamer takes a seat, the 2014 Poseiden Foundation Oahu Tour has officially begun.

The Poseiden Foundation was created by Micaela Ramirez in 2005 and is a non-profit organisation. Its aims are to empower young people to discover their real passions, build confidence, and further their understanding of the world.
During this six-day tour of Oahu, Poseiden worked closely with the Pipeline Women’s Pro, a local non-profit venture, visited skate parks, and inspired students at Sunset Beach and Waialua Elementary. Each day, the Poseiden team collaborated with youngsters of varying age, life experience, and economic status.

For more information visit The Poseiden Foundation

 

Poseiden Foundation 2014 Oahu Tour from poseiden foundation on Vimeo.

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