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Mat Arney hooks up with some old friends to go feral on the Arabian Peninsula and hunt down some truly isolated swell. Words & photos: Mat Arney

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

They're trained to defend their country and protect our freedom and liberty, but when active service is over, many soldiers find themselves struggling with personal and mental problems that the army just doesn't want to know about. Could surfing provide some answers? Words & photos: Russ Pierre

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

Cyrus Sutton made an impression on the international film circuit with his 2003 breakthrough movie 'Riding Waves'. Now the EMMY award-winning documentary maker has turned his attention to the divergent surf scenes of Australia's Gold Coast and Byron Bay. Words: Tommy Leitch Photos: Courtesy of Cyrus Sutton

Drift tracked down Mark Jeremias and Jason Baffa, directors of ‘Singlefin: Yellow’, to talk about their new project, ‘One California Day’, and find out their thoughts on surf culture and tradition from Crescent City to Imperial Beach. Words: Jamie Bott


Patagonia’s environmental initiatives booklet

August 14, 2010 | Words By: Howard

Yvonne Chouinard The 2010 ebook is available to read online, including a brief interview with Yvonne describing an encounter with a logger who needed his help. Help with a credit card that is.

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The best goods | Patagonia shorts

June 08, 2010 | Words By: Howard

patagonia_shorts Patagonia’s definition of backyard fun can mean a full day in the surf, miles of mountain trail or hours spent hanging in a harness. Their technical shorts meet your needs with a variety of purpose-built designs, thoughtfully placed seams and innovative fabrics.

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The best goods | Patagonia woven fabrics

June 04, 2010 | Words By: wetsandsurfshop

patagonia_shirts As summer starts shape up, it’s time to put the finishing touches on all those preparations you’ve been making for the warmer months.

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180° South trailer

May 02, 2010 | Words By: Howard

180_degrees_south Premièring at the Amstel Surfilm Festibal (June 4-13, 2010) will be Chris Malloy’s new film, following the life of Californian Jeff Johnson, on his quest to climb Pico Corcovado.

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Tin Shed – barrels and board testing

April 30, 2010 | Words By: Howard

patagonia_surf_indonesia Check this video and narrated slideshow from Patagonia on a testing trip to Indonesia.

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An inconvenient truth

March 01, 2010 | Words By: Howard

rip_curl_environment I’ll wager that each one of us spends a fair amount of money each year on surf gear – so why do we so readily accept poorly made items, obviously designed to buoy up manufacturers’ turnover at our own expense?

This is the story of my Rip Curl F-Bomb wetsuit, of why not all publicity is good publicity, and why we are all encouraged to consume more and conserve less…

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Queen Bee

January 22, 2010 | Words By: Katy

belinda-baggsAustralian longboarder Belinda Baggs’ graceful surfing style makes her one of the most instantly recognisable female gliders. Deeply insightful and highly in tune with nature and her surroundings, her love of the ocean has not only seen her surfing waves all over the world but also try to give a little back, offering help by bringing supplies to communities struggling in the aftermath of the Indian Ocean tsunami and acting as an ambassador for environmental awareness.

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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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Substituted by blue

July 17, 2009 | Words By: Angela

belinda-hangs-fiveIf you haven’t already, check out our feature by Dane Peterson and Belinda Peterson-Baggs, ‘Substituted by blue’. In association with Patagonia, they also documented their trip on film, and it’s well worth a watch simply to revel in the beauty of Belinda’s graceful noseriding.

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