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Lakeside Surf ready for the world’s largest standing wave

Lakeside Surf, one of the world’s largest standing wave, has officially been ridden by its founders, Burke and Robert Bordner. The artificial wave pool was built at the Slidewaters waterpark in Chelan, Washington. It is powered by German wave pool manufacturers, citywave. Seven years after first connecting with the inventor of citywave, Rainer Klimaschewski, and […]

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The top 12 surfing dangers and hazards

Life is full of unexpected variables, and riding waves is obviously part of the game. Take a look at the most common risks and dangers in surfing. The following list of topics highlights the most common risks and threats to the safety of surfers and wave riders in general. They are not meant to discourage […]

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The impact of Bob Marley’s music on surf-and-skate culture

“Ride Natty Ride” is a visual celebration of what Bob Marley and his music mean to the surf and skateboarding community worldwide. The documentary features interviews with the godfather of Jamaican surfing and owner of the Jamnesia Surf Camp, Billy “Mystic” Wilmot. The 30-minute film also includes surf-and-skate action from Jamaican surfers and skateboarders, Shama […]

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The rise of surfing in Lebanon

Located on the eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea, Lebanon is pretty much a coastal nation. Surprisingly, or maybe not, it has great waves and a tight surfing community. With 125 miles (220 kilometers) of coastline, the Republic of Lebanon is a young independent country with nearly seven million inhabitants. In the 1950s and 1960s, […]

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Garmin created the most complete surf watch to date

The surf watch market has a new player ready to conquer your heart. The Garmin Instinct Solar Surf has everything a surfer needs to improve his performance in and out of the water. Garmin has been operating since 1989, creating wearable technology solutions for automotive, aviation, outdoor, marine, and sports activities. They’re known for their […]

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Ruptured eardrum: causes, symptoms and treatment

What is a ruptured eardrum? How do you know if you perforate your eardrum? Can you fix or heal it? The eardrum, scientifically known as the tympanic membrane, is a thin structure that forms an airtight seal to separate the outer ear canal from the middle ear space. As the vibration of sound travels down […]

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The best soft top surfboards in the world

The soft top surfboard is a surfboard with a smooth and spongy, cushioned deck that has become extremely popular among beginner and advanced surfers alike. It is also known as softboard, foam surfboard, or just foamie. First-timers love it because it offers plenty of stability, durability, and floatation, the main variables involved in the process […]

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FCS H4: the fin set shaped with Swiss precision

Surfboard fin manufacturer FCS has announced the launch of the H Series. The concept behind the H Series is the exploration of the correlation between hydrodynamics and fin design. “The project has always been about pushing boundaries and adapting functional design theory to hardware with a goal to enhance the surfing experience through a better […]

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Water sports manufacturers launch the Global Wingsports Association

Water sports manufacturers have announced the launch of the Global Wingsports Association (GWA). In the past years, the water sports world has witnessed the birth of a new sport: wing foiling, also known as wing surfing or wing boarding. Wing foiling has attracted a huge number of fans, participants, and enthusiasts in a short time because […]

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How to paint a surfboard

Has your surfboard turned yellow with the sun? Do you want to give it a new look? Learn how to paint and add vibrant colors and gorgeous designs to your old wave riding weapon. When we buy a brand new surfboard, we know that the coloring process was performed before the resin stage to ensure […]

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