Archive for the ‘Surfing & SUP’ Category
Massive storm swell smashes into the West Coast of Ireland. A number of brave souls meet it head on in Mullaghmore, Co. Sligo
The Portuguese town of Nazaré can deliver 100-foot (30.4 meters) waves. How can we explain the Nazaré Canyon geomorphologic phenomenon?
In the 16th century, Portuguese people and army protected Nazaré from pirate attacks, in the Promontório do SÃtio, the cliff-top area located 110-meter above the beach.
Today, from this unique site, it is possible to   … More
Garrett McNamara has improved the record for the biggest wave ever surfed. The Hawaiian caught one of the biggest swells of the decade, in Nazaré, Portugal.
Forget the Hawaiian big wave surf spots, Mavericks, Todos Santos and the Cortes Bank. The ultimate challenge of the modern big wave surfer is located in Nazaré, in the central region of Portugal.
On the 28th January … More
Experts analyze the size of Garrett McNamara’s wave
Garrett McNamara has definitely improved the Guinness World Record for the biggest wave ever surfed. The authorities from Nazaré, in Portugal, have asked for an impartial analysis.
The public company responsible for the North Canyon big wave surfing project РNazar̩ Qualifica Рhas asked experts to confirm the size of the 28th January ride by Garrett McNamara.
“The Garrett McNamara team believes  … More
Big Wave Surfing Nazare Portugal 28.01.2013 – Trailer