Matt Rohrer shares some of the highlights of his conversations with Bay Area surfer Jimmy Holt, focal point of one of the few surfing photos to ever appear in National Geographic Magazine. Selected photos: Jim Shaw

Tyler Warren's star is burning bright; his images feature prominently in magazines and his name's on everyone's lips right now, yet he pilots a steady course through the hype. Words: Chris Preston Photos: Kyle MacLennan

A world away from the average commercial surf competition, pushy dads and nervous groms, generations share the stoke at a contest that celebrates the original Hawaiian spirit. This is truly a unique perspective in surfing. Photos: Yves S

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

Following the demise of Clark Foam, 'eco' boards and alternatives to petro-chemical products have been the focus of developments in surfboard technology. Words: Mark Sankey Photos: Alexa Poppe

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


The Old, the Young & the Sea

April 25, 2013 | Words By: Staff Writer

From Hossegor to Ericeira: A team of cinematographers, photographers and storytellers go on a 20 week journey along the surf coast of France, Spain and Portugal in two old VW buses. Outcome: A movie about surf and life in Europe.

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The old, the young and the sea

October 23, 2012 | Words By: Staff Writer

From Hossegor to Ericeira: A team of cinematographers, photographers and storytellers go on a 16 week journey along the European surf coast in two old VW buses. Outcome: A movie about surf and life in Europe.

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Santa Cruz & Ericeira approved as reserves

February 25, 2011 | Words By: Staff Writer

World Surfing Reserves today announced that two nominated surf zones – Santa Cruz in Northern California and Ericeira in Portugal – have been formally approved and will be dedicated as World Surfing Reserves (WSRs).

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