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The surfonomics of Guarda do Embaú

Two Brazilian researchers studied the impact of surf tourism on the local economy of Guarda do Embaú, a World Surfing Reserve. Marcos Abilio Bosquetti and Marcos Antônio de Souza wanted to quantify the economic impact surfing and surf resources have on their community. They believe that understanding the benefits of a world-class surf spot in […]

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The best surf spots in the Azores

The Azores – Açores in Portuguese – is an archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean about 870 miles (1,400 kilometers) west of mainland Portugal. The group of islands is often hit by powerful North Atlantic swells generated near Newfoundland. From a surfing perspective, the Azores reminds us of Hawaii. Its nine volcanic islands feature pristine […]

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7 signs that you are a surfer

Pop culture has long instilled in our minds the picture of the bleach haired, bronzed skin surfer dude. Silly beach bum stereotypes aside, some telltale signs may suggest you’re a wave rider. And we’re not even going to mention surftalk. Unlike what a surprisingly large amount of people still believe in, not all surfers look […]

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How to draw a sunset

Have you ever dreamed of sketching the golden hour? Discover our beginner’s step-by-step guide on how to quickly draw a stunning sunset scenery. Watching a sunset is like listening to heavenly music. But, are you able to draw the sun setting on the horizon? If you’re one of those who can’t even draw a straight […]

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Kai Lenny: interesting facts about the Hawaiian waterman

Kai Lenny is widely regarded as one of the world’s most accomplished and complete watermen. The Maui-born athlete often credits windsurfing for helping him excel in big wave surfing, bodysurfing, hydrofoil surfing, kitesurfing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), prone paddling, wing surfing, and canoeing. In other words, when Lenny is in the water, we can inevitably expect […]

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Wiggolly Dantas wins 2020 Volcom Pipe Pro

Wiggolly Dantas has taken out the 2020 Volcom Pipe Pro, at Banzai Pipeline, on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. The event was blessed by three days of perfect and classic Pipe barrels. In the grand final, and with challenging conditions, Dantas defeated fellow countrymen Joao Chianca and Yago Dora, and Hawaiian sensation, Seth Moniz.

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What is a surf and turf?

Surf and turf is an entrée or main course dish featuring both red meat and seafood. Typically, it combines beef steak or filet mignon with steamed, grilled or breaded and fried lobsters (whole or tail), prawns, shrimp, squid or scallops. This menu is particularly popular in the steakhouses across United States, and Canada, but can also found in […]

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Haydenshapes develops new upcycled cloth for surfboards

In the manufacturing of a single surfboard, around 30 percent of foam and fiberglass waste is created, which typically ends up in a landfill. A few months ago, Haydenshapes launched a floating pop-up workshop titled “Remote,” where Hayden put to the test a number of design ideas on how surfboard manufacturing waste could be put […]

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Gabriel Medina documentary reveals rare and unreleased footage

“Gabriel Medina,” the documentary film that highlights the surfing life and career of the Brazilian world champion, will premiere on January 31, 2020, in Globoplay. Produced by Globo’s Canal Off, the movie will unveil never seen before footage of the two-time surfing world champion. “I started surfing when I was seven years old. As soon […]

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Sunny Garcia: the life of the Hawaiian power surfer

Sunny Garcia is a living legend and one of the most respected surfers in Hawaii. Two decades after his world title, he still holds a couple of records. Vincent Sennen Garcia was born on January 14, 1970, in Mā’ili, on the west coast of Oahu, in Hawaii. His mother was a housekeeper, and his father […]

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