Shapers don’t talk to each other much. It’s a curious thing, and it seems to be a hangover from the dark ages of surfing (the late 1980s and 90s). Everybody made and rode a very small range of surfboards and the issue was cost more than quality. All boards were made from the same stuff, and the only real difference between them was the label.
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Few people would imagine that I’ve spent the last three months in envy of my brother. He is currently in his second year at Swansea University – in the freezing Welsh valleys, completing assignments and attending lectures. I’m currently in my fifth month of travelling, enjoying the baking heat of the Australian summer, sleeping in late and partying away the night.
Australian longboarder Belinda Baggs’ graceful surfing style makes her one of the most instantly recognisable female gliders. Deeply insightful and highly in tune with nature and her surroundings, her love of the ocean has not only seen her surfing waves all over the world but also try to give a little back, offering help by bringing supplies to communities struggling in the aftermath of the Indian Ocean tsunami and acting as an ambassador for environmental awareness.
A Highland Retreat
A road trip around the Scottish coastline.
Road trip to Kerala
Tom Birmingham set off in search of adventure in an exotic land.
Hands, hearts and minds
Meet Zephaniah Carrigg, purveyor of functional and beautiful surf craft.
La-La Kernow style
A photo essay of Cornish Alaia riding
September Sessions
Mark Sankey and Alexa Poppe discover Autumn's aquatic gifts
Bonzer guys
Mark Sankey discovers Bournemouth's hidden Californian connection.
