Not even a teen yet and Sky Brown is lightyears ahead – in and out of the water and skatepark. She’s also doing positive things in the world. More specifically she has helped draw attention to Skateistan, a nonprofit organization that uses skateboarding to “engage with children, especially girls and youth from low-income backgrounds, giving […]
“The best thing my dad’s taught me is to be kind and humble…” – Jackson Dorian – Growing up in Hawaii, making friends, and shredding with dad – gromlife doesn’t get much better than that. Eleven year old Jackson Dorian lays it down and froths out in this mini profile by Billabong’s Bloodlines. Featuring cameo surf […]
You can’t not like Coco Ho. She hails from a family of North Shore legends, smiles brighter than most, and throws down jaw dropping style in the water. Although she’s been on tour for a long time she hasn’t yet put together the kind of competitive year she’s capable of. But like a tiger waiting […]
A summary of events leading up to Julian Wilson’s recent ascendance to the number one spot on the WSL rankings reads a bit like fiction. In a short span of time he injured his AC joint, hosted the inaugural Serious Fun Weekend, helped raise awareness about breast cancer, became a dad, and won the 2018 […]
Although she’s not yet a teenager it’s obvious Sierra Kerr is destined to do big things. Thanks in large part to recently retired WSL standout Josh Kerr, AKA Dad, she’s traveled the world and picked up skills far beyond the standard for her age. Watch her prove it at Kelly Slater’s wave pool in the video […]
Anthony Walsh is a professional surfer renowned for his skill in hollow waves. In 2016 he won a GoPro contest for a wave at Skeleton Bay in Namibia that he got barreled on 11 times. But what about another, more personal side to the roving professional – family life? Watch the Walshes – Anthony, Crystal, […]
“My dad taught me how to surf when I was two.” – Tyler Purcell How young is too young to push limits? There seems to be no age limit in either direction these days. If you can ride waves at any age you’re probably psyched. At 5 years old, Tyler Purcell is already getting waves […]
As most people who surf can attest to, the ocean holds therapeutic potential. This theory has been tested recently by many organizations seeking to help people overcome adversity through contact with the ocean. For veterans, disadvantaged youth, and people grappling with mental and physical challenges, a little water time can be healing. Enter the nonprofit […]
How do you make the most of small waves, crowded line-ups, and funky summer time conditions? Break out a log and get loose. “You can’t not have fun on a longboard,” a friend of mine once told me. Watch this high definition video of kids surfing Queens for proof. sources and links: Dans Surf Videos
Dane, Pat, and Tanner Gudaskaus are spreading stoke in the surf community once again. Through their nonprofit, Positive Vibe Warriors, they’re running a charity based surf event for kids 12 and under. Aptly named, Stoke-O-Rama is less about competition than having a good time and raising awareness and funding for a good cause. As Dane […]