As I cruised up to Batu Bolong Beach I could feel the butterflies fluttering in my stomach. It had been about 7 years since I’d even tried to step on a surfboard. Even then, that board was a gigantic foam thing that did whatever it wanted. Calling it a “surfboard” would be a stretch. Despite … Read more
In the new remake of the movie Point Break “the Ozaki 8” is a challenge posed to the adventure sports world for honor and the pursuit of adventure. The Ozaki eight extreme sports “ordeals” are intended to honor the elements and forces of nature while testing the abilities of “poly-athletes”. Ono Ozaki, the creator of … Read more
Surfing is an amazing experience. Sitting atop a peak in the ocean as it thrusts you towards shore is an exciting yet chill rush that’s unlike many other experiences in life. Better yet, it’s healthy, (fairly) cheap, and takes you some of the most beautiful places (and beaches) on our planet. Thanks to the new … Read more
Surfing is an amazing experience. Whether you’ve been at it for days, months, or years, the experience of catching waves is unlike any other activity. It’s healthy, cheap, builds an amazing body, gets you outside, and (if you’re a traveler) can take you to some amazing places. One of the few things better than a … Read more
In surfing, the most difficult part of the experience is the physical aspect. The daunting task of paddling fast enough to get through crashing waves while controlling a log, having the stamina and power to paddle fast enough to catch the waves, and having enough energy left to enjoy the experience of surfing is a … Read more
Scoring uncrowded surf spots on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast can be a rarity, but if you’re aware of the Midigama surf spots, its easier than you think. “Midigama is what Hikkadua was in the 70’s and now lacks”. Plenty of breaks for all levels are always pumping, and plenty of hidden ones turn on with … Read more
Learn to surf is a bucket list worthy adventure and the Sri Lanka surf camps scene offers the chance to learn to surf, for cheap, in unbelievably warm water and on fun, plentiful surf breaks. But with all of the legendary surf spots, like Hikkaduwa and Arugam Bay, and 30+ Sri great surf schools across … Read more
For surfers throughout Southeast Asia, Hikkaduwa Surf is legendary. Countless breaks with at least a few pumping at all times of day when in season and long rides make Hikkaduwa worth traveling halfway around the world to experience. But being half a world away, it can be a pain planning the breaks to surf, when, … Read more
For surfers throughout Southeast Asia, Arugam Bay Surf is legendary. Countless breaks, many nearly unknown, and a single, epic point break with long rides make it worth traveling halfway around the world. But being half a world away, it can be a pain planning the breaks to surf, when, how to get there, and then … Read more
Bali is a paradise and a mecca for surfing. Whether you rip on the regular, or you’re just aiming for your first surf lessons, Canggu is the perfect surf base. Regardless of your surf experience level, this hip little surf town is an awesome place to base your surf-cation, mixing board time with fun bars … Read more