The Story of Captain Paul Watson vs. Iceland’s Last Whaler: ‘A Modern-Day Captain Ahab’
In early August, Paul Watson's anti-whaling boat, the Bandero, was seized in Icelandic waters after the ship attempted to thwart a whaling mission.
Review: Steve Hawk Cleverly Weaves Surf Culture Into His Debut Novel ‘Nearshore’
Steve Hawk, former editor of SURFER, dumped a life of surf experience into his first novel, 'Nearshore.' Surfers, especially, will appreciate it.
Josh Kerr on the Evolution of Airs, the Professionalization of Surfers, and Being a Parent
Josh Kerr was a leader of the aerial revolution and helped redefine scoring on the Championship Tour. His impact is still being felt today.
The Second Coming of Weslley Dantas as He Fights for Championship Tour Qualification
Weslley Dantas was a highly touted junior talent who nearly walked away from surfing. Now it looks as though he'll qualify for the Championship Tour at 28.
Pua DeSoto Shares the Importance of Keeping Hawaiian Culture and Language Alive
Pua DeSoto is the perfect ambassador of aloha. Her grandmother helped re-legalize the language throughout Hawaii and DeSoto shares what that has meant to her.
20 Images From Finals Day at the Fiji Pro
The Fiji Pro delivered the only thing that really matters when the Championship Tour goes to the South Pacific: waves. Good waves. Really good waves.
This Startup Collecting Surf Stats Could Revolutionize How We Watch and Bet on the Sport
A new surf stats startup thinks there is untapped data in the surfing world, and it could alter how we consume, coach, and bet on the sport.
A Different Forecasting Model Has Entered the Wave-Prediction Game
The forecasting system has been around for a while. We break down what it is, and more importantly, how it can help you score better waves.
The Irish Backpacker Who Bought a Piece of West Oz Surfing History Is Selling It
After 20-plus years, Paul Richardson is putting Gnaraloo Station on the market. Surfers have been coming to the West Oz camp for decades.
All-Time: Noah Wetzel on Photographing a Wingsuit Athlete During an Eclipse
Photographer Noah Wetzel had 84 seconds of totality to capture a wingsuit athlete flying into the frame in front of an eclipse. Here's how he did it.
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Have Surf Contests Always Been Ridiculous?
Surf contests have featured some truly ridiculous moments. The author recaps a few highlights from contests that are hard to believe, if they weren't true.
It’s Been a Stale Start for American Men on the 2026 Championship Tour
A third of the 2026 Championship Tour season is done, and the American men (including Hawaiians) are largely dwelling in the bottom half of the rankings.
Is California Ready for Grizzly Bears? An Expert Weighs In
As California lawmakers push to reintroduce grizzly bears, one expert explains the ecological, political, and social challenges standing in the way.
Dylan Longbottom: Surfer, Shaper, Godfather
From big waves to aerial maneuvers to cutting-edge surfboard shapes, Dylan Longbottom is one of the most influential figures in Australian surfing.
A Huntington Beach Core Lord Tells Us What He Loves (and Hates) About Surfing
We all know one, gate keeping our favorite beaches, always letting their opinions be known in the parking lot. The CORE LORD has the final say in surfing.
A Surfer Examines Robert Duvall’s Most Famous Line Ever, In One of His Most Iconic Roles
On February 15, legendary actor Robert Duvall passed away at 95. Sam George reexamines his famous surfing line from 'Apocalypse Now.'
A Surf Photo Worth a Thousand Words, Or So
The author reminisces about finding surf in Boston when his father moves back East for love. New England surf ain't easy, but it's worth it. Every time.
‘Godzilla’ El Niño: A Climate Scientist Explains What Could Happen in Terms of Surf, Snow, and Coastal Erosion
Climate scientist Patrick Barnard explains the "Godzilla" El Niño, and says climate change is altering the weather pattern, making them harder to predict.
Surfing Through Cancer: Finding Empowerment in the Waves
My experience of surfing through cancer isn't a personal anecdote. It points to the immense benefits of physical activity during cancer treatment.
The Greatest Conversation Ever With the Ever-Iconic Surfboard Shaper, Matt Biolos
Matt George recently sat down with ...Lost's Matt Biolos to get his opinion on the greatest aspects of surf culture. It made for a thought-provoking read.
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