Surfing

Jordy’s let loose in the wild Water and land angles capture him in his natural habitat

A feature length documentary about legendary Australian surfer Wayne Lynch

Sell, trade, or buy a surfboard at the bi-annual surfboard swap

Spring is in full swing this morning thus the surf isn’t. No related posts.

Are you ready? The Volcom Fiji Pro kicks off on the 2nd June and there are a few ways to make sure you are all over the action.

As you please, Mr Smith.

In an attempt to resurrect the Durban beach festivals of old (when the Gunston 500 was in full swing) the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) are sponsoring a two-day event at Durban’s North Beach this weekend called ‘Durban Stars’. The Gunston 500 used to draw a serious crowd during the 70′s, 80′s and into the 90′s. With over R150 000 in prizemoney up for grabs, the event will feature surfing (over 250 competitors have signed up), jet-skiing and other beach activities like volleyball and beach soccer. Of course it’s the surfing that we’ll all be interested in going to see, but as many can surely remember the beach festivals of years gone by were a great spectacle for the whole family – so if we show some support to SAMSA, then hopefully Durban Stars will grow into a week-long monster that attracts the world’s best surfers to Surf City, South Africa. Either way, ambassadors for the Durban Stars event include Dan Redman, Davey Van Zyl, Brandon Jackson, Teal Hogg, Ntando Msibi and S’celo Zondwayo, so there’s going to be some great surfing action down at North Beach this weekend – if the waves come to the party. Check out the official press release below, or click here to find out more. ********************* INTERNATIONAL ENTRIES FOR SAMSA/DURBAN STARS EXTRAVAGANZA MAY 22, 2013, Durban, South Africa – The South African Maritime Safety Authority is expecting a massive crowd at the inaugural SAMSA-Durban Stars Surf and Jet Ski Competition at Durban’s North Beach this weekend. SAMSA is the main sponsor for the event which takes place on Saturday and Sunday. At least R150 000 in prize money is up for grabs across the various sporting codes, which will feature at least 600 participants as well as sporting codes like beach soccer and touch rugby. Youth from various townships like Umlazi and Kwamashu will be bussed in to attend this non-traditional sport, as the organisers seek to make water sport more accessible to people from various backgrounds. This is an adrenalin pacing sport and people from across the spectrum are showing interest. And also fast becoming an adventure sport appealing to all. Thousands of people are expected to flock to the event and entries from as far afield as Spain, Brazil and the UK have been received. Head of SAMSA’s Marine Tourism and Leisure programme, Itumeleng Pooe, says they are excited to be part of an event which they hope will achieve international surfing status and grow to be as big as the legendary Gunston 500. “People of all races are taking to water sport because becoming more accessible and viewed as an andrenalin sport,” said Pooe. She said the Durban competition was just the start of a campaign of similar events which they would initiate around the country, including inland areas where sport took place on rivers and dams. To ensure that as many people get to participate in this weekends festivities, youth from townships like Umlazi and KwaMashu will be bussed to the beach. Eight ambassadors, all surfers and skiers have been appointed to represent the competition and can be interviewed by the media. Their pictures can be accessed by clicking on the hyperlink www.fbicommunications.com/downloads/the_ambassadors.zip . For all the current news on the information, check out http://www.fbicommunications.com FACT SHEET FOR THE WEEKENDS BEACH EXTRAVAGANZA PRIZE MONEY: At least R150 000 NUMBER OF BRAND AMBASSADORS: Eight NUMBER OF COMPETITORS: Surfing: 250 Jet Ski: 60 Touch Rugby: 100 competitors Beach Soccer: 100 competitors Beach Volleyball: 100 competitors OTHER ACTIVITIES: Hip Hop Skateboarding BMX ENTERTAINMENT: Popular musicians and South African household names will be performing live from the main stage at the event from midday on Saturday. Craft and food stalls will be set up Educational institutions like UKZN and DUT will be exhibiting their courses Jet ski and surfing trials Motor and Water sport equipment in

Xcel - 30 Second Sessions I Cristian MerelloXcel ":30 Second Sessions" is a weekly video series focused on the simplicity of surfing a ton and and having a blast in 30 quick seconds. Cold, warm, big, o...

Good news for World Tour surf fans came this past Wednesday, with the announcement by the ASP of the inclusion of the EDP Cascais Girls Pro to the 2013 ASP Women’s WCT. Prior to the announcement there were only two more events remaining on the 2013 tour – the Roxy Pro Biarritz in France and the US Open of Surfing at Huntington Beach. Carcavelos offers square barrels when it’s firing. The event will be held at Carcavelos, a beachbreak just outside the city of Lisbon, Portugal that offers quality barrels when the elements align – which is not very often, sadly. But hey, Lady Luck might just be kind to Bianca and the rest of the Top 17 when they roll into town, and it’s definitely a better place to crown a World Champ than the mushy peaks of Surf City, USA. Either way, another event is both great for fans, and of course great for competitors, who’ll get another crack at earning some prizemoney, but more importantly, another shot at grabbing some late season ratings points, or even clinching the World Title. A strong finish by the Southern Cape’s Bianca Buitendag, currently sitting at 8th in the world rankings, will be a fantastic end to an already strong rookie season for the stylish goofyfoot. Check out the official Press Release below. ********************* ASP ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF EDP CASCAIS GIRLS PRO TO 2013 ASP WOMEN’S WORLD TOUR The EDP Cascais Girls Pro will culminate the 2013 ASP Women’s World Championship Tour season. CASCAIS, Portugal (Wednesday, May 22, 2013) - ASP International is pleased to confirm the addition of the EDP Cascais Girls Pro to the 2013 ASP Women’s World Championship Tour schedule, operating as the eighth and final event of the season from October 3 – 7 in Portugal. “We’re excited to confirm the addition of Portugal to this year’s women’s WCT schedule,” Jessi Miley-Dyer, ASP Women’s World Tour Manager, said. “The ASP Top 17 were informed about the possibility of this addition at the start of the season and have been well prepared for it. Portugal is a great country and Cascais have been big supporters of women’s surfing as a qualifying event in the past. We’re happy to bring the world’s best female surfers there this season.” The 2013 ASP Women’s World Title race has been hotly-contested thus far this season with youngsters Tyler Wright (AUS), 19, and Carissa Moore (HAW), 20, each collecting two wins of the opening five events with Sally Fitzgibbons (AUS), 22, and Courtney Conlogue (USA), 20, following closely behind. “We were told about the possibility of a Portugal event at the start of the year and it’s great to have it confirmed as part of the tour,” Tyler Wright, current ASP Women’s WCT No. 1, said. The EDP Cascais Girls Pro will take place from October 3 – 7, 2013 in Carcavelos, Portugal. For more information, log onto www.aspworldtour.com 2013 ASP WOMEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TOUR SCHEDULE - Roxy Pro Gold Coast: Tyler Wright (AUS) Drug Aware Margaret River Pro: Carissa Moore (HAW) Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach: Carissa Moore (HAW) TSB Bank NZ Surf Festival: Courtney Conlogue (USA) Colgate Plax Girls Rio Pro: Tyler Wright Roxy Pro Biarritz: TBD US Open of Surfing: TBD EDP Cascais Girls Pro: TBD