A new technology promises a revolution in the wave forecasting methods and models. Measuring swell from space, in real-time, is the next big thing. Winter Storm Hercules has proved, once again, that the power of the ocean can’t be tamed. If we must predict extraordinary natural events, why don’t we do it from space? The […]
Gerard Butler is negotiating his participation in the remake of Kathryn Bigelow’s 1991 surf movie “Point Break”. The Scottish actor, 44, is rumored to take the place of Patrick Swayze, as Bodhi, the charismatic leader of a gang of surfers. Butler, who has played Frosty Hesson in the 2012 biographical film “Chasing Mavericks”, has been […]
Staying safe in the surf is a priority, especially for kids. Australian surf star Sally Fitzgibbons leaves a few tips with helping hand of the Smurfs. Surf Life Saving NSW has partnered with ASP World Junior Champion, Sally Fitzgibbons, for a one-off “Summer Smurf Safety” event, at North Steyne SLSC. Five tips have been shared. […]
The surfing community of North Broulee Beach, in New South Wales, Australia, will try to break the Guinness World Record for the most surfers riding the same wave. On Australia Day, 26th January, 2014, North Broulee Beach on the South Coast of NSW, will be one of the most crowded surf spots in the world. […]
Nathan Hedge and Stephanie Single have won the Piping Hot Surf Festival, at Bells Beach, Australia. The 2014 ASP Qualifying Series season has been officially opened. Veteran surfer Nathan Hedge, 34, has been a top surfer during his colourful career, and his determination and enthusiasm seems as strong, if not stronger than ever. “I was […]
Bert, the anonymous surf street artist, has painted a 17-foot tall Kelly Slater as a fortune teller, on the Coast Highway, in Encinitas, California. In 2003, when asked where he sees himself in 10 years, Kelly Slater promptly responded. “Competing at Pipe, against kids like John John Florence. He is only ten years old, but […]
Portuguese surfer Alex Botelho has surely taken the most out of the “Black Swell”. He rode a wave for one minute and 40 seconds, in Lagos, Algarve, Portugal. Despite being injured, Alex Botelho decided he couldn’t miss Winter Storm Hercules. On the 6th January, blessed by perfect surf lines, the intrepid wave rider took off on […]
The “Black Swell”, courtesy of Winter Storm Hercules, has spilled giant waves over the European shores. Belharra, Mullaghmore Head, Peniche, and Roca Puta were some of the best surf spots, during the historical swell that hit the Old Continent. Surfers, jet ski rescuers and media professional did what they had to do. The result speaks for […]
Tow-in surfing is history. The days of diesel power are almost over. The challenge of paddle power is gaining followers and Winter Storm Hercules has opened a new chapter in big wave surfing. The mega-swell that has stormed Europe in the early days of the year 2014 was closely analyzed by surf experts. Where would […]
Jamie Mitchell and Shane Dorian have stood out during the “Black Swell” influence that has stormed Europe between 6th-7th January. Belharra was the big wave center stage for a couple of days, although it was not the spot pumping the biggest waves in the Old Continent. Eric Rebiere has raised the question. “Over 100 feet […]