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

From WQS warrior to independent filmmaker via a AUS$27,000 debt, Johnny Abegg has trod an unconventional path through life so far, and proves that a relentlessly positive outlook and upbeat character can see you through the toughest times... Words: Mark Sankey Photos: Johnny Abegg

When it comes to surfcraft there's a newcomer making waves. Drift discovers the new world of handplaning with Cornwall's finest craftsmen. Words: Clare Howdle

Mark Sankey and Alexa Poppe discover Autumn's aquatic gifts in a late September road trip spanning France and Spain. Words: Mark Sankey. Photos and Design: Alexa Poppe

Rob Lion of Royal Surfboards and Paul Smith of Glide Surfboards in Cork, Ireland meet with Zephaniah Carrigg, purveyor of functional and beautiful surf craft, on a recent visit to the island. Photos: Danny O'Callaghan

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.


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Ben Haworth | Costa Rica

January 05, 2012 |  Words By: Staff Writer

British longboarders Ben Haworth and Angus Murray surfing in Costa Rica at the start of 2012.

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OH DAWN | Clean Sheet

December 30, 2011 |  Words By: Staff Writer

Danish radness from Copenhagen as we head into 2012.

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Seeking for a New Port

December 28, 2011 |  Words By: Staff Writer

This ain’t just your common surf trip, this quest is all about finding if there still exists a balance between our daily habits and wilderness. Are we losing all our roots to the profit of a virtual life?

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Tiki signs Barry Mottershead

December 20, 2011 |  Words By: Staff Writer

Barry Mottershead is one of the foremost chargers of the current Ireland big wave scene. He has taken up position overlooking the waves of Mullaghmore for the winter. Only just back from a Summer in OZ, he has already notched up some epic sessions at the fabled spot, nailing the barrel of the day in the most recent XXL swell.

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Surfing the Urumea river

December 20, 2011 |  Words By: Staff Writer

Spanish professional surfer Hodei Collazo surfed the Urumea river in San Sebastián, Northern Spain, in some of the big swell this week.

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Tim Boal in Mexico

December 19, 2011 |  Words By: Staff Writer

Footage from Tim’s current trip to Mexico.

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Pegadas Salgadas | Salted Footprints

December 13, 2011 |  Words By: Howard

Pegadas Salgadas is a video documentary by Luciano Burin that offers an overview of how surf culture is present in a decisive way on the island of Santa Catarina, helping to define the cultural, social and touristic profile of the city of Florianópolis in south Brazil.

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Does surfing discriminate?

December 11, 2011 |  Words By: Kaya Leadsford

When the ASP announced the women’s tour dates I thought, how could it go from a heat at Pipeline last year to no events in Hawaii 2011. Yes, Stephanie Gilmore, Tyler Wright, Alana Blanchard and Coco Ho surfed competitively at Pipe last year. No, I am not talking about Blue Crush the movie, it actually happened.

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