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James Bowden recently explored the farthest shores of the British Isles, taking nothing more than his van, good friends and good expectations. He recounts his journey through the lens...

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.

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

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

Al Knost is one of the best sliders around and has a close connection with a scene far removed from the modern marketplace hustle. Ryan Tatar tracked him down with his project partner Tyler Manson and gave us an insight into their freshest work. Words: Ryan Tatar Photos: Jamie Bott & Tyler Manson

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


Environment

The best goods | TWOTHIRDS

July 29, 2010 | Words By: Staff Writer

TWOTHIRDS TWOTHIRDS was established in San Sebastian, the heart of the Basque Country, in the year 2010. Its founders started a surf-inspired street label to be set apart from others. A brand that stands for pure design, high quality sustainable fabrics and a deep connection to the ocean. More than a green brand we see TWOTHIRDS as the blue company.

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No more fish…

July 29, 2010 | Words By: Clare

End of the Line It’s late on a Tuesday evening. There’s nothing else on. I glance through the EPG and settle on More4 where a chance encounter with a documentary film changes my dinner decisions forever…

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SAS 20th anniversary beach clean tour

July 26, 2010 | Words By: Staff Writer

This August, Surfers Against Sewage (SAS), in association with the Quiksilver Foundation & myGames (powered by v), will be hitting the road with the biggest beach clean tour in its history.

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Crab Island under threat

July 21, 2010 | Words By: Staff Writer

doolin_point There is a new pier threatening the classic Irish breaks of Crab Island and Doolin Point over near Lahinch.

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Birth of a brand

July 19, 2010 | Words By: Angela

Tired of the ubiquity of radical fluoro boardies, and wanting to produce something both ethical AND stylish, Riz Smith set to work and came up with a line of shorts made from 100% recycled and recyclable polyester. Hot off the digital press, they’re printed using earth-friendly water-based inks and take inspiration from the dapper old days when men were rarely seen without hats and moustaches. So if you want the ladies to appreciate the cut of your jib, check out a pair.

We caught up with the man himself to find out more…
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Green gas from Ecotricity

July 18, 2010 | Words By: Angela

We’re stoked to be able to say that Drift HQ is now fossil fuel free, because we’ve just signed up for Ecotricity’s Green Gas. We’ve been plugged into their electricty tariff for a while now, so jumped at the chance when they announced a new green gas product.

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Ulu

July 14, 2010 | Words By: Howard

Ulu by Photogerson.com Our friends at Photogerson.com have just sent us a warming and fascinating set of photos of the Mentawai people. Luke and Kate have been in Indonesia for some time, you may remember last year we published their photo essay of the Mentawais.

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SAS seeks volunteers for beach cleans

July 13, 2010 | Words By: Hugo

SAS Beach Clean Surfers Against Sewage’s (SAS) beach clean crew is joining forces with Barefoot Wines again this summer for the 3rd instalment of their popular Barefoot Friendly beach clean tour.

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Fabien Cousteau interview

July 13, 2010 | Words By: Howard

We stumbled across this Q&A with the environmentalist and activist over on Deep Water Horizon Response.

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Whaling talks impasse

July 13, 2010 | Words By: Howard

More gloom on the subject of policing our oceans. Talks broke down regarding whaling at the IWC (International Whaling Commission) talks in Agadir.

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