Modern surfing is at one of the most interesting crossroads in its history at least since the shortboard revolution of the ’60s and ’70s. Maybe ever. For instance, surfers across the world are grappling with such things as the proliferation of wave pool technology (is it really surfing?), and what Olympic inclusion means for the sport. And like 2017 before it, 2018 will undoubtedly be an eventful step forward in such matters. As we collectively look ahead, here are five of the main stories we’ll be watching as they develop this year … More
Here are some leftovers from various projects from 2017. Clips from Miami to Paris. – Poiss Barbier
The inaugural Monster Energy Freeride Series was held at Playa El Palmar in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo. Thirty of the best Jetski Freeride athletes gathered to showcase their best flips and flairs for the first time in Mexican waters.
Kai and his friends Reo Stevens and Grant Twiggy Baker score a session at Backdoor Pipeline Kitesurfing.