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Surfers are still struggling to reach the China Walls, one of the best surfing spots in Oahu, Hawaii.

One year ago, the authorities closed one of the entrances to this wave with a locked gate.

Nevertheless, surfers chose to jump the fence, as there is no alternative to reach the peak. Many people have injured themselves while doing this  …  Details

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The Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) Relentless Boardmasters came to a climatic last minute come from behind win by Marc Lacomare (FRA) 18, current European Pro Junior champion to claim the Relentless Boardmasters 2010 title over Jay Quinn (NZL) and in the process take the lead in the European men’s open ratings.

Surfers competing in the Relentless Boardmasters 2010 are out to claim  …  Details

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On July 22, 2010, Save The Waves Coalition in conjunction with National Surfing Reserves (NSR) Australia and the International Surfing Association announced that Malibu would become the first-ever World Surfing Reserve. The motion, inspired by the impact and success of UNESCO’s World Heritage Program, hopes that attracting global attention to the surf community’s most esteemed waves will inspire communities to better preserve their oceanic resources.

“It’s pretty simple,” says Joao De Macedo, World Surfing Reserves Program Manager. “We’re honoring iconic surf breaks.”   …  Details

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Filipe Jervis (Ericeira, PRT), 20, won the ASP Grade-2 Islas Canarias Santa Pro Junior today on the island of Gran Canaria, at the contest main site of La Cicer after defeating runner-up Ramzi Boukhiam (MAR), 16, in a thirty-minute final. Taking control of the wind-blown tricky but consistent wave conditions in the three-foot range (one meter), Jervis was able to find his way to the top of the angry 96-man field entered in the prestigious event.

Opening the final encounter right after the horn blew to make his intentions clear, Jervis managed to stay ahead of fellow finalist Boukhiam the whole battle, the Portuguese stylish athlete using   …  Details