There are many surfers from all walks of life who form and shape what the surf culture has become today. Perhaps they are considered among the best in the world, and perform in ways that change the way waves are ridden, or the surf coach who tirelessly hits the sand at 6 a.m. with the high schoolers to stay in school – even if they are pursuing the pro surfer dream.
The Surfers’ Hall of Fame happens in front of Huntington Surf and Sport at Main and Pacific Coast Highway at 10 a.m. on Aug. 3, where surfers will place their hands and feet in concrete to be placed around the big statue of Duke Kahanamoku. This year’s inductees include   … More
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“When I accepted the invitation from Captain Jacques Vincent to go for a sail on the experimental multihull hydrofoil and speed-sailing world record holder Hydroptere, I didn’t fully realize the experience I had signed up for, but it was an epic adventure I will never forget. For those of you unfamiliar with the sport of speed sailing, Hydroptere is a one of a kind, ultra-extreme trimaran, that doesn’t ride on the water but fly’s above it on 3 giant hydrofoils. Just the kind of yacht you would expect to attract foil-boarding expert Laird Hamilton.
Extreme Athletes Attract Each Other
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Cinematographer and director John Lynch releases his newest film, ABROAD.
Known for capturing surf footage around the globe, Lynch digs deeper in this film to explore how being personally affected by the people you meet can change your perspective for the better.
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This is Frederico “Kikas” Morais’ third clip this year. Filmed entirely in Australia by Carlos Pinto and edited by Black Ink.
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