Surfing

Biggest Wave Ever Surfed? Watch Mason Barnes Shred Legendary Swell

Mason Barnes surfed an absolute monster at Nazaré this month. Watch this raw footage of what might be the new world record.

Written by Sam Anderson April 07, 2022

Pipeline Commentary: Nathan Florence Breaks Down His Surf Decisions in Session

This instructional surfing video by pro-surfer Nathan Florence answers fan questions and breaks down his thought process from shore to swell.

Written by Jilli Cluff March 24, 2022

In Theaters Soon: A Doc Following Iconic Surfer Duke Kahanamoku

Olympic champion, American hero, and the king of surfing, Duke Kahanamoku, is coming to the big screen in the award-winning documentary ‘Waterman.’

Written by Kristen Arendt March 22, 2022

Surfing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Gear and Getting Started

If you’re just getting started surfing, it can be hard to know what gear is going to help you, and what gear is going to…

Written by GJ Staff March 11, 2022

Pro Surfers to Honor ‘Female Heroes’ in Upcoming World Surf League Tour

World Surf League is acknowledging International Women’s Day this year in a very cool way: celebrating inspirational women in sports history.

Written by Mary Murphy March 03, 2022

5 Life-Changing Surf Retreats to Attend in 2022

Surf retreats offer the opportunity to venture to a tropical destination and spend a week fully immersed in the sport. There, you can meet like-minded…

Written by GJ Staff February 23, 2022

What Makes Moana Jones Wong the World’s Best Pipe Surfer? Watch and Learn

Moana Jones Wong is as smooth as a surfer can get. Watch the 22-year-old World Surf League Pro Pipeline champ do what she does best.

Written by Sam Anderson February 10, 2022

Kelly Slater Wins Record 8th Pipeline Title; May Push for World Record

Kelly Slater won the first event on the World Surf League 2022 Championship Tour at Oahu’s Banzai Pipeline. Will the GOAT pursue a record 12th…

Written by Sam Anderson February 07, 2022

‘Raft the Grand Canyon’ Music Video Is So Nerdy, It’s Hip

In what could be described as a millennial version of Weird Al in the wild, a band of jolly river rats sing, dance, and raft…

Written by Jilli Cluff February 04, 2022

Incoming: Wyve 3D-Printed Surfboards Glide on Bioplastics, Not Foam

Wyve looks to have set the new benchmark for sustainable surfboard designs with its latest 3D-printed surfboards.

Written by Sam Anderson February 04, 2022

Friday Vibes: POV Pipeline With Dylan Lightfoot Brings the Mellow

Watch Dylan Lightfoot and Chris Rogers’ ‘Surfing JBay’ for a guaranteed Friday mellow-out. POV pipeline cruising and chill music? Full send.

Written by Sam Anderson January 21, 2022

Relive Hours of World-Class Surfing: Bethany Hamilton & Co. Crush at Da Hui Backdoor Shootout

Watch Bethany Hamilton and other World Surf League women contenders put on a show on day 3 of Hawaii’s Da Hui Backdoor Shootout.

Written by Sam Anderson January 17, 2022

Ride Minnesota’s ‘Wave of the Century’ With Ben Gravy

Surfer Ben Gravy and friends spent winter scoring swells in the Midwest. Watch them catch a legendary day in Minnesota.

Written by Sam Anderson January 12, 2022

Surf Legend Kelly Slater Starts New Fin Company: Endorfins

Surfing’s GOAT debuts something he’s obsessed over since his competition days: ultralight, universally compatible surfboard fins.

Written by Jilli Cluff December 20, 2021

Watch the World’s Best Big-Wave Surfers Ride Monsters at 2021 Nazaré Tow Challenge

Big names in big-wave surfing flocked to Portugal’s Silver Coast this week for pristine high lines and world-class barrels.

Written by Jilli Cluff December 14, 2021

Big Waves, Big Stage: Red Bull Magnitude Surf Contest Is Back

Wondering what some of the world’s best surfers are up to? Well, from December to February, a slew of them will be chasing Hawaii’s biggest…

Written by Mary Murphy December 01, 2021

Aussie Surfer Wins Award for Biodegradable Surfboards

Young engineer and surfer Emile Theau won a major startup award for innovating 95% biodegradable performance surfboards. They’re affordable, too.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 15, 2021

Wipeout! SoundSwell Waterproof Headphones Can Go Over the Falls

Independent tech startup SoundSwell introduces the world’s most waterproof headphones, the SoundSwell Smartwatch Series. The earbuds can survive activities from diving to whitewater kayaking, and…

Written by Sam Anderson November 11, 2021

Waltons Building World-Class Whitewater Park in Rural Arkansas/Oklahoma

In 2023, the Walton Family Foundation, partnering with the Grand River Dam Authority, expects to complete construction on a 30-acre whitewater park.

Written by Johan Manuel Barrios Perozo November 09, 2021

‘My Home Run’: Discover Backyard Whitewater by Standup Paddleboard

Whitewater paddling can be found nearly everywhere. It’s about your love for the sport, who you’re with, and a lot more that makes a river…

Written by Mary Murphy October 29, 2021

Slope to Shore: Tatum Monod Packs for All Kinds of Fun

Tatum Monod is most famous for her freeskiing feats, but come summer she rarely travels without a fly rod. We caught up with her on…

Gear I Used: Pacific Northwest and Rocky Mountain Road Trip

From camping and river surfing to ski mountaineering and watching the sunrise, here’s the gear that kept our trip safe, comfortable, and super fun.

Written by Morgan Tilton September 10, 2021

Fresh CAKE: Makka Modular E-Scooter Carries Skis, Boards, and Bikes

CAKE is looking high and low to find the next big thing in electric scooters. Its idea? Mega modularity.

Written by Sam Anderson September 01, 2021

Kelly Slater’s Artificial Wave Will Crown ‘The Ultimate Surfer’ on Hulu

In ‘The Ultimate Surfer,’ surfers face off on the world’s best artificial waves for $100,000 and a spot on the WSL’s 2022 Championship Tour.

Written by Jilli Cluff August 25, 2021

Witness Gulf of Alaska Whitewater in Boat-Camp-Surf ‘Flowstate’ Episode

Flowstate is one of NRS’ hallmark whitewater video series, following whitewater kayaker Brendan Wells on water-based adventures. Watch the latest episode.

Written by Mary Murphy August 13, 2021