EVENTS
SURF WARS
Kelly Slater Vs Owen Wright
Here’s a cool montage that shows off some of the best moments that took place between the two top surfers at the recent Tahiti Billabong Pro and the New York Quiksilver Pro. Continue Reading →
Kolohe Andino Wins Down Under
The Up-and-Comers Have Arrived
After back-to-back victories in Brazil, talented 17-year-old Californian Kolohe Andino has won the Fantastic Noodles Kangaroo Island Pro in South Australia. The momentum he brought down under has seen his place in the ASP World Rankings move up from 31 to 24, which gives him a better shot at qualifying for the 2012 ASP World Tour. Andino’s payday for winning the event was bumped up by an extra $10k by the event sponsors. Continue Reading →
Gabriel Medina wins Rip Curl Pro Search
NEW KID ON THE BLOCK
17-year-old Brazilian surfer Gabriel Medina has taken out the Rip Curl Pro Search in San Francisco, making this his second win in only four events. The young champ has quickly risen through the ranks and his talent is being compared to that of legendary surfer Kelly Slater. Continue Reading →
Kelly Slater Not King Yet
Case of Mistaken Champ
There were plenty of celebrations when Kelly Slater was crowned the 11th ASP World Champ – but due to a math error, it would seem that the title was somewhat premature. Continue Reading →
Kelly Slater Unleashes Trademark Hook in a San Fran Pocket
Clean Ocean Beach Turns On For 2011 San Francisco Rip Curl Pro Search: Day One
The Rip Curl Pro Search San Francisco 2011 is critical for surfers on the world circuit to re-qualify. The contest opened yesterday in clean three-to-five foot waves at Ocean Beach as the Rip Curl Pro Search San Francisco, Event No. 10 of 11 on the 2011 ASP World Title Series got under way. Continue Reading →