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London ad exec Tom Birmingham set off in November in search of adventure on the Southwest Indian coastline. Accompanied by guesthouse owners Ed and Sofie of Soul and Surf in Kerala, he soon found himself surfing uncharted waves to an audience of school children and fisherman. Words and Photos: Tom Birmingham

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

Mark Sankey and Alexa Poppe discover Autumn's aquatic gifts in a late September road trip spanning France and Spain. Words: Mark Sankey. Photos and Design: Alexa Poppe

Chris Preston chats to longboard maestro Steve Walden about his disappointment with the lack of recognition for the longboarding scene, what makes the Magic model magic, and working with GSI. Photos: Jamie Bott

Drift caught up with big-wave surfer Carlos Burle on home territory in Brazil to find out why he considers big-wave riding to be a playground for the few who have earned the privilege. Photos: Al McKinnon

One of the great things about surfing in this current era is the wide acceptance of different board designs. Over the last 10 years, it has become acceptable to pretty much ride anything from surfmat to singlefin, fish to longboard. Words: Chris Preston Photo (2): Dan Crockett


Vanity Project V

December 30, 2010 | Words By: Clare

The call has been made and Clare Howdle is winging her way to Wadebridge. The Vanity Project is over. It’s collection time.

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The Vanity Project: Part IV

December 07, 2010 | Words By: Clare

The snow may have been causing havoc outside, but it’s the white stuff inside that’s more of an issue for Clare Howdle, as her vanity project enters the final stages…

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The Vanity Project: Part III

November 16, 2010 | Words By: Clare

The Vanity Project is really taking shape, but there’s more mental gymnastics required than Clare Howdle had counted on…

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The Vanity Project: Part II

October 27, 2010 | Words By: Clare

From toxic fumes to crazy curtains, Clare Howdle’s mission to realise her perfect custom board continues…

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The Vanity Project: Part I

September 22, 2010 | Words By: Clare

With envy getting the better of her, Clare Howdle swallows down her second-hand board sensibility and embarks on a Vanity Project; a custom-made surfboard where beauty is the name of the game. Fancy coming along for the ride? FULL STORY »