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Disruptors

Disruptors

The First Pipeline Masters: How It All Began

Alexander Haro
Staff
Culture

X-Games Drops Surfing, Illustrates Disconnect

Dylan Heyden
Featured
Disruptors

Mick Fanning’s Training and Fortitude Wins Him World Title

Michael Woodsmall
Community
Disruptors

Jack O’Neill Introduces the Wetsuit, Revolutionizes Winter Surfing

Reid Levin
Community
Disruptors

The Beginning of a New Era: World’s First Wave Pool Opens

Alexander Haro
Staff
Disruptors

Tom Carroll’s Snap Marks The Australian’s Spot Atop Pipe

Michael Woodsmall
Community
Disruptors

Doc Paskowitz and the Path of the Nomad

Alexander Haro
Staff
Disruptors

The Makaha Invitational Sparks Development of Competitive Surfing

Reid Levin
Community
Disruptors

Jay Moriarity’s Iron Cross Wipeout Puts Mavericks on the Map

Michael Woodsmall
Community
Disruptors

Gerry Lopez Surfs Pipeline For the First Time

Alexander Haro
Staff
Disruptors

Tom Blake Becomes First to Surf Malibu; Changes Surfing Forever

Alexander Haro
Staff
Disruptors

Pat O’Neill Introduces The Earliest Form Of The Surfboard Leash

Michael Woodsmall
Community
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The Inertia
Founded in 2010, The Inertia is the definitive voice of surf and outdoors. We approach the natural world and its devoted culture with curiosity, optimism, and respect. We take pride in bringing our passion for the oceans and mountains to life through original films, reporting, and monumental gatherings. We aim to make a positive impact on our planet through partnerships with nonprofits working hard to preserve earth’s sacred places.
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