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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...

From Gerry Lopez to machine shaping and the retro scene, Tim Stafford chews the fat with UK surf veteran - and mighty leader of the Foam Asylum - Nigel Semmens

In early 2008, longtime buddies Billy Hume, Jeff Myers, Joey Carter and Ben McBrien got together for a trip off the beaten track trip in search of waves and adventure. They headed for the icy waters of Alaska... Words: Jeff Myers Photos: Nick LaVecchia

Co-founder of the original Aussie counter-culture surf bible, Tracks, and director of 'Morning of the Earth', Alby Falzon lives up to his reputation as the spiritual father of the alternative surf lifestyle. Words: Jair Bortoleto Photos: Courtesy of Alby Falzon

Jimmy Newitt pays homage to one of South Devon's treasures - not a break but a surfer who stands tall in the crowd. Words: Jimmy Newitt Photos: Ollie Howe

From cliff-top vantage points to harbour hop-offs, beach-side hammocks to unglamorous car parks, Mat Arney raids his photo archive to document a different perspective in surfing


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Lee Ryan’s Shortcut to Longboarding Volume 2

July 30, 2010 | Words By: Staff Writer

A Shortcut to Longboarding – Volume 2 Lee Ryan’s informative and intuitive book ‘Shortcut to Longboarding’ was a released a couple of years back, in ebook format. Now the best instructional guide to longboard surfing just got better.

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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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Fusion: a barrel-fest of epic proportions

July 27, 2010 | Words By: Chris P

Brit filmaker Ross Johns unleashes his first solo effort. It could be the best showcase of British surfing and British waves seen to date

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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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Point Never #2

June 27, 2010 | Words By: Howard

point_never Jimmy Newitt’s independent publication, you’ve seen #1, now find time for #2.

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Grant Newby talks to Richard Harvey

June 24, 2010 | Words By: Howard

richard_harvey1 Grant Newby, instigator of the Alley Fish Fry, talks to Richard Harvey about the melting pot of ideas on tap.

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Surfing Brilliant Corners

June 22, 2010 | Words By: Howard

surfing_brilliant_corners A book worth reading if you’re looking for a one-man jazz-infused tip-toe along the road of life.

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Brand new Bic boards up for grabs

June 19, 2010 | Words By: Howard

Win a Bic Board Sunday 20th June is International Surfing Day and Ultra Sport EU are celebrating by giving away some amazing prizes to a few lucky surfers.

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The best goods | 25% off Rip Curl full suits

June 17, 2010 | Words By: wetsandsurfshop

rip_curl_wetsuits_offer wetSand Surf Shop have just received a large shipment of Rip Curl full suits, with 20 – 25 percent discount off RRP. wetSand ship goods all over the world, so don’t miss out on a perfect change to grab a summer bargain.
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Post-Cool

June 14, 2010 | Words By: The CELL

linear-moon-smallThe school of cool grows, feasting on pop-culture’s be-pop carcass and spewing its chic, middle-mass maw. Swinging some oh-so-cool bumper sticker preaching a beach-blanket candy-coated funk jibe that oozes a calculated economic call to the holier-than-thou So Cal cats that cradle the new dollar; greenwashing words on the way to the middle marches. [words and pictures by Mark Dickinson]

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