This spot is easily seen from the road and access is a piece of cake. It is across a bay from a famous, world class right hand reef . Unlike that spot, it might have only 5-10 people out instead of 30-50. It is heavier than it looks (and bigger). The wind is not always [...]
Kauai, the Garden Island, home to surfing gems such as Hanalei Bay, has its share of lesser-known breaks that are equally fun. We’re not talking “secret spots” here. We’re talking about those breaks that are clearly marked on all the tourist road maps. The problem is not WHERE to go, but knowing WHEN to go. [...]
“Mainland Mex” conjures up images of heaving barrels at Puerto Escondido, “unnamed heavy beach breaks” (aka Pascuales), broken boards, and long hold downs. But is it really always that heavy? Not at all! Take a look at this photo–doesn’t it look fun? That’s because it is. This is La Ticla, located in the state of [...]
Last weeks’ string of swells produced quality surf up and down Southern California. From reefs to new sand bars, everyone got their share. Spyder team rider Dane Zaun was up to the task and his air antics were covered by many. Special thanks to surf photographer Peter Dive for this crisp sequence: ____________________________________________________________ Scott Valor [...]
So you laugh at the NorCal guys, huh? “Wouldn’t surf up there, too sharky man!” Well, they’re here and have been longer than you have. No, really. Don’t even think about quitting surfing, cuz they aren’t out there to eat you. Fact is, Southern California is a birthing area for great whites, so there are [...]