A sign on the 130-year-old pier at Saltburn-by-the-Sea warns people not to jump off it. On a big surf day surfers make their way to the end of the sturdy 206 metre structure and jump like lemmings into the cold, murky North Sea. Words: Simon Palmer Photos: Ian Forsyth

Mark Sankey discusses the merits and faults of EPS with two of Britain's finest craftsmen, Mark Dickinson and Rob Lion, both of whom have been shaping the stuff with style for a good few years now... [photos by Ollie Banks]

In Florianopolis - Brazil's surf capital - during prime swell season, an incomplete line-up gets Clare Howdle thinking... (Photos 2, 3, 4&8: André Côrtes; photos 1&7: Zander Grinfeld, www.venncreative.co.uk)

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...

Meet Nick Blair of Joistik Surfboards, whose distinctive decal gets a regular flashing as some of the Gold Coast's best surfers do their thing. Photos & words: Mat Arney

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


Cross pollination

January 27, 2010 | Words By: Angela

john-ryan-openerOur US crew have just published a gorgeous set of photos from NorCal designer/photographer/musician John Ryan. So if you fancy a change of scenery but can’t leave the office, do check it out.

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Sharing is cool

October 07, 2009 | Words By: Rich

corazonvaqueroThere are so many important and influential films, books and pieces of music out there, and so many new ones being created so frequently, that a lot of the time they will simply pass you by. But that’s the beauty of sharing – together we are stronger, we can look out for more of the good stuff.

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inspiration too

August 06, 2009 | Words By: Chris P

coffee

Good strong espresso and another coffee table surf book.

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inspiration

July 27, 2009 | Words By: Chris P

inspiration1I am a sucker for coffee table books about surfing and Bend to Baja is one of my favorites.

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SuperHaole

July 03, 2009 | Words By: Angela

photo by superhaoleSuperHaole is an unemployed surfer and photographer based in San Clemente, CA. He has missed quite a few set waves while trying to photograph rocks, birds, kelp, or a distant peak. If you see a barneyish guy in the lineup with a small camera around his neck, smile and wave. Drift applauds SuperHaole’s ethos – find out more at www.superhaole.com.
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Thelo Aiken

July 02, 2009 | Words By: Angela

sun on the ocean by thelo aikenFrom San Francisco to Bali, here are a few shots from Mr Thelo Aiken.

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