A surfer from Noosa's sun drenched shores obsessed with the dark world of gothic horror, Jai Lee's personal struggles and addiction to noseriding have twisted his creativity. Words: Chris Preston Photos: Thomas Robinson (pp 1&3), Andy Staley (pp4)and Dane Peterson

Hidden away in a Falmouth boatyard among the classic lines of traditional timber ships is an unusual surfboard factory: one in which the boards are finished with wood and natural oils. Here tradition meets modernism. This is Glass Tiger. Words: Mark Sankey Action photos: Kirstin Prisk Other photos & design: Alexa Poppe

Drift caught up with big-wave surfer Carlos Burle on home territory in Brazil to find out why he considers big-wave riding to be a playground for the few who have earned the privilege. Photos: Al McKinnon

Championed by surfers in the know for over 30 years, but largely ignored by mainstream riders; has the time finally come for the Bonzer to shine? Words: Steve Croft & Mark Sankey Photos: Alexa Poppe

Chris Preston chats to Neil Randall of if6was9 about his radical take on traditional board design, Noosa's retro vibe, and his love of vintage style. Photos Dane Peterson

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


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The innovations of Hobie

April 24, 2012 |  Words By: Staff Writer

To kick-off its new rotating exhibition series, Surfing Heritage Foundation is excited to announce the opening of the exhibition The Innovations of Hobie.

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Shark encounters and wobble boards

April 23, 2012 |  Words By: Ryan Huxley

The aeronautical descent into Sydney airport is the only time I get the flying jitters. You know the feeling, you have spent weeks, months, even years away from your closest friends, family, and for me favorite clients.

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John Eldridge at Desert Point

April 17, 2012 |  Words By: Staff Writer

Cornwall resident and film maker John Eldridge on his single fin at the wave described as one of the best in the world. Saunton Sands? No, Desert Point, Lombok.

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Porthleven becomes Think Before You Flush town

April 16, 2012 |  Words By: Hugo

Surfers Against Sewage are proud to announce Porthleven as the world’s first Think Before You Flush (TBYF) town.

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The perfect upper back stretch

April 13, 2012 |  Words By: Ryan Huxley

One of my living heroes, Yvon Chouinard once said an adventure is a trip that you may not come back from at all, and at the very least come back a different person. Right now sitting back in Varkala I feel changed.

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Barefoot Wine beach rescue project

April 10, 2012 |  Words By: Hugo

Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) is proud to announce the 5th annual Barefoot Wine Beach Rescue Project, kicking off in Bournemouth Hengistbury Head on Saturday, April 14th.

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Newquay’s first ART8 festival

April 10, 2012 |  Words By: Staff Writer

The mention of Newquay will for many people conjure up negative images of summer season excess. Yet the town has much more to offer. Art 8 will link the town’s business community with the artist quarter to celebrate and showcase the wealth of hidden creative talent.

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Jeff Rowley joins Cottage by the Sea

April 04, 2012 |  Words By: Staff Writer

Jeff Rowley joins Curtis Stone and Cathy Freeman to become Cottage by the Sea Ambassador.

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