Kelly Slater Signs Up for 3D Film
Posted on June 05, 2008 @ 12:51 PM
Quiksilver is pleased to announce that production has begun for 'Ultimate Wave', the latest giant screen production from The Stephen Low Company, presented in association with … More
Finisterre Makes Observer Ethical Awards Shortlist
Posted on June 04, 2008 @ 1:33 PM
The shortlist has just been revealed for the third Observer ethical awards. The announcement follows the success of the 2006 and 2007 awards, which saw Make … More
Surfing Legend and Eco-Warrior to be Honored at Hero Festival
Posted on May 28, 2008 @ 9:15 AM
James Pribram, the surfer and environmentalist who has worked to save some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, is among those being honored this month at … More
Volcom’s Bruce Irons Plans to Leave the Dream Tour
Posted on May 25, 2008 @ 11:24 AM
Bruce Irons has announced that he will leave the ASP World Championship Tour no matter how he finishes in the 2008 year end ratings. 'I'm going … More
Sacred Craft Consumer Surfboard Expo Returns
Posted on May 24, 2008 @ 9:00 AM
Following a successful surfboard rendezvous in 2007, the 2008 Sacred Craft Consumer Surfboard Expo organisers have ramped it up a notch with a larger venue, more … More
Great News Outside the Trestles Campaign!
Posted on May 22, 2008 @ 8:56 AM
Just a few clicks of your mouse and taking time to contact elected officials really does work! Remember last month when Governor Schwarzenegger proposed closing … More
California Surf Museum Fundraiser Raises $30,000
Posted on May 20, 2008 @ 11:27 AM
The California Surf Museum Inaugural Paddle Out Fundraiser raises over $30,000!
Surfing Heritage Foundation Concert
Posted on May 17, 2008 @ 8:27 AM
The Surfing Heritage Foundation proudly presents Jake Shimabukuro.
International Surf Film Festival Winners
Posted on May 06, 2008 @ 1:51 PM
The International Surf Film Festival took place in St Jean De Luz, France, from 30th April - 3rd May 2008, with four days of fantastic films. … More
Paint Pen Techniques with Drew Brophy
Posted on April 29, 2008 @ 9:58 AM
Seven Films announces the exciting release of Drew Brophy's new tell-all DVD titled "Paint Pen Techniques with Drew Brophy."
Surfwise Film Release
Posted on April 28, 2008 @ 8:53 AM
SURFWISE follows the odyssey of 85-year-old, legendary surfer Dr. Dorian 'Doc' Paskowitz, his wife Juliette, and their nine children, all of whom were home-schooled on the … More
Sole Technology Sets Sights on Being Carbon Neutral by 2020
Posted on April 24, 2008 @ 3:43 PM
In a bid to preserve a bit more of the environment, action sports company Sole Technology, parent company of etnies, éS, Emerica, ThirtyTwo and Altamont, … More
Ocean Minded’s Greg Long Earns Double Win at XXL Awards
Posted on April 17, 2008 @ 8:17 AM
Ocean Minded team rider Greg Long, the defending XXL Big Wave Award winner, claimed the $15,000 Monster Paddle Award and the $5,000 Surfline Men's Overall Performance … More
California Surf Museum Announces Paddle Out Fundraiser
Posted on April 16, 2008 @ 7:56 AM
The California Surf Museum is having its biggest-ever gala fundraising event on May 8, complete with live and silent auction.
SIMA Green Boot Camp: Date and Speakers Announced
Posted on April 15, 2008 @ 7:29 AM
After the overwhelmingly successful launch of SIMA Business Boot Camp this past February, SIMA is doing it again but this time with a new environmentally-focused twist … More
Surfrider Annual Art Gala is Coming!
Posted on April 10, 2008 @ 8:45 AM
Set amid ocean breezes and the sound of crashing waves, an evening of beautiful art, fine food and drink and coastal conservation will combine in an … More
Ocean Minded Welcomes Anthony Walsh to the Team
Posted on April 09, 2008 @ 8:39 AM
Ocean Minded has announced that Anthony Walsh is set to join its growing team of athletes. Known for charging waves of consequence, as well as boosting … More
British Pro Surfer Gabe Davies is History!
Posted on April 04, 2008 @ 10:22 AM
One of Europe’s top pro surfers has been appointed patron to the British Surfing Museum.
Global Surf Industries Announces Partnership with Surfing Mums
Posted on April 01, 2008 @ 9:10 AM
Global Surf Industries (GSI) has announced a partnership with Surfing Mums, an Australian organisation made up of a network of surfing mums who meet on the … More
Ocean Minded Welcomes Canadian Surfers Nico Manos and Raph Bruhwile to Team
Posted on March 30, 2008 @ 1:52 PM
Ocean Minded is thrilled to announce that two of Canada's top standout surfers, Nico Manos and Raph Bruhwiler, have joined its team of athletes. Covering both … More
Patagonia Tracks Eco Impact Through The Footprint Chronicles
Posted on March 29, 2008 @ 10:31 AM
Patagonia has become the first major apparel manufacturer to track and expose the social and environmental impact of specific garments through The Footprint Chronicles, an interactive … More
Freestyle Surfers Nominated for Billabong XXL Global Big Wave Awards
Posted on March 28, 2008 @ 10:44 AM
Freestyle, the original action sports watch manufacturer, would like to congratulate pro team riders Shane Dorian and Tyler Fox on their nominations of the 2008 Billabong … More
Foam Icon Walker Teams Up With Ice-9
Posted on March 27, 2008 @ 7:12 AM
Blank pioneer Harold Walker may have turned out the lights at Walker Foam, but he wasn’t ready to pack it in. Moments later, he joined up … More
Surf Diva Owners Awarded by Action Sports Innovators
Posted on March 22, 2008 @ 10:23 AM
Surf Diva, the world’s original surf school for women, has won the 'Most Authentic Entrepreneur Award', given to twin sisters and business partners Izzy and Coco … More
Bra Boys Wins Best Doc at Movie Extras Filmink Awards
Posted on March 18, 2008 @ 7:02 AM
Bra Boys has beaten an international field of acclaimed documentaries to win Best Documentary at the 2008 Movie Extra Filmink Awards. Bra Boys was nominated alongside … More
Vans & Surfrider Foundation Launch Sandal to Save Surf
Posted on March 16, 2008 @ 8:34 AM
Over the last several years the surfing world has lost several prominent breaks, and is in danger of losing dozens more. In response, Vans, Surfing Magazine … More
Patagonia Awarded ‘Eco Brand of the Year’
Posted on March 15, 2008 @ 11:19 AM
Patagonia, the outdoor apparel company, was awarded 'Eco Brand of the Year' at the Volvo Eco Design forum in Munich during the ISPO trade show. … More
Shark Shield Surf Anti-Shark Device Eaten by Shark
Posted on March 07, 2008 @ 3:24 PM
For those of us that were hoping that the Shark Shield would allow us to safely surf the sharkiest lineups in the world, there is a … More
Industry News: Laird Hamilton Joins H2O Audio’s Board of Directors
Posted on February 24, 2008 @ 9:17 AM
H2O Audio, the leading watersports music company, announced today that Laird Hamilton has officially been appointed to its Board of Directors. As a member of the … More
San Luis Obispo Film Festival Pays Tribute to Legendary Filmmaker
Posted on February 17, 2008 @ 9:50 AM
The San Luis Obispo International Film Festival is delighted to present an historic and exciting night honoring the world’s first surf filmmaker, 95-year old Bud Browne. … More
Thank You from the Surfrider Foundation
Posted on February 13, 2008 @ 11:01 AM
Apologies for taking so long to follow-up with you... I must admit that we are all still a bit in shock over the enormity of what … More
The ASP Europe Launches New Website
Posted on February 10, 2008 @ 7:12 AM
It’s brand new, it’s clearer, easy to use and will once again be a must for the 2008 season. In association with ASP International, this website … More
lSA Surfing Schools Development 2008
Posted on February 09, 2008 @ 3:48 PM
The business of running surf schools in a professional way remains a key subject for the ISA. As surfing continues to experience explosive growth, so does … More
EuroSIMA donates 38,000 Euros to Surf Charities
Posted on February 07, 2008 @ 3:35 PM
Last September, professional surfers, boardsports industry leaders and personalities came together in Hossegor, France, for the annual surf industry gala dinner, the EuroSIMA Waterman’s Ball whose … More
Patagonia Wins ‘Eco Brand of the Year’
Posted on February 06, 2008 @ 3:43 PM
Patagonia, Inc. was awarded "EcoBrand of the Year" at the Volvo EcoDesign forum in Munich, Germany, during the ISPO trade show. The award represents the recognition … More
Globe’s ‘Emissions of Light & Sound’ Wins Award at X Dance Action Sports Film Festival
Posted on February 05, 2008 @ 9:23 AM
In a festival charged with 40 plus quality films from all action sports and theater attendance that was wall to wall, New Emissions of Light and … More
Save Trestles Campaign Gains Momentum
Posted on January 30, 2008 @ 9:10 AM
With a week to go before a critical California Coastal Commission meeting, the momentum of the Surfrider Foundation's Save Trestles campaign is building.
Bra Boys Wins Best Documentary at the 2008 X-Dance Film Festival
Posted on January 29, 2008 @ 9:30 AM
The highest grossing Australian documentary, Bra Boys, won best documentary last night at the 2008 X-Dance Film Festival in Salt Lake City, Utah. First-time director, Sunny … More
Green Goes Blue at ASR
Posted on January 25, 2008 @ 9:43 AM
For the first time ever, retailers and other industry members attending the upcoming Action Sports Retailers event will have an opportunity to see and experience the … More
Industry News: Fletcher Chouinard Designs Launches New Website
Posted on January 13, 2008 @ 9:25 AM
Fletcher Chouinard Designs, the maker of hand-crafted and environmentally sane surfboards, announced today the launch of its new website: http://www.fcdsurfboards.com. The much anticipated site redesign … More
Gravis Donates Goods to Wheels 2 Water
Posted on January 12, 2008 @ 10:14 AM
In an effort to spread the holiday cheer Gravis Footwear donated over $2,000 dollars in product to the Wheels 2 Water Foundation, an Orange County based … More
Industry News: WaveTribe Ventures into Sustainable Surf Gear Market
Posted on January 11, 2008 @ 3:29 PM
Surfers are known for their love of the ocean and quest for the perfect wave. In Ventura California a group of surfers have made their mark … More
UK Surfers launch British Stand Up Paddle Association
Posted on January 11, 2008 @ 10:42 AM
The British Stand Up Paddle Surfing Association (BSUPA) has been set up to provide information, organisation, training and contests for this new sport in the UK. … More
Surfer’s Path Correspondent James Pribram a Winner!
Posted on January 08, 2008 @ 10:01 AM
The Surfrider Foundation Oahu Chapter presented its 5th Annual John Kelly Environmental Achievement Awards to recognize those who have made the greatest contributions towards protecting or … More
Industry News: Jordy Smith Joins DVS Surf Team
Posted on January 07, 2008 @ 4:46 PM
DVS Shoe Company is proud to welcome Jordy Smith to the team. Smith, at just 19-years old, hails from Durban, South Africa, has been the focus … More
Play one for Dick Dale!
Posted on January 04, 2008 @ 9:38 AM
A few days ago, a friend told me she’d got the news that Dick Dale (King of the Surf Guitar) was in a serious fight with … More
Calling all Talented Musicians and Rhythm Aficionados!
Posted on December 23, 2007 @ 9:54 AM
Generational music mutations from vinyl to 8-track to cassettes to CD to MP3 now allow listeners to purchase individual songs for .99 cents on iTunes, MySpace, … More
Occy Tribute Edition Shoe
Posted on December 17, 2007 @ 10:00 AM
Following the formal announcement of 1999 ASP World Champion surfer Mark ‘Occy’ Occhilupo’s retirement from competitive surfing, Globe is pleased to announce the release of the … More
SurfAid International Announces Senior Management Changes
Posted on December 14, 2007 @ 9:27 AM
SurfAid has announced that appointment of the organization's founder, Dr. Dave Jenkins, to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SurfAid International.
Quiksilver Young Guns North Shore Diary Live
Posted on November 22, 2007 @ 11:51 AM
The Quiksilver Young Guns North Shore Diary is a dedicated website that will be updated daily from the North Shore of Hawaii. Starring surfers from the … More
Kelly Slater Presented with Crucial Beach Protection Bill
Posted on November 20, 2007 @ 10:29 AM
Last week, Florida Governor Charlie Crist presented a signed copy of Senate Bill 1472 to eight-time world surfing champion Kelly Slater. The presentation took place at … More
Surf Aid wins the 2007 Humanitarian Award at WANGO
Posted on November 13, 2007 @ 7:13 AM
They may have lost the yachting and rugby but their proud Kiwi heritage of helping others less fortunate continues, with New Zealand humanitarian organisation SurfAid International … More
Jordy Smith goes big with O’Neill
Posted on October 22, 2007 @ 6:16 PM
O’Neill announces the addition of South African surfer Jordy Smith to their team. At 19 years old, Smith is the reigning Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) … More
Boardriders Club Launch Fundraising Nude Dude Calendar
Posted on October 19, 2007 @ 8:38 AM
It wasn't the warmest of days for the photo shoots, but with few people around the Surf's Up! instructors had to strike while the going was … More
ISA Accepting Applications for 2008 Junior Surf Scholarships
Posted on October 16, 2007 @ 7:30 AM
The International Surfing Association (ISA), the World Governing Authority for Surfing, is now accepting applications for the ISA Individual Scholarship Program. In 2008, twenty Scholarships will … More
Solarez Encourages Surfing Community To Make Stronger Environmental Commitment
Posted on October 14, 2007 @ 3:38 PM
Wahoo International, a leading manufacturer of polyester surfboard resins using ultraviolet (UV) technology and creator of surfer-favorite, Solarez Ding Repair Putty, announced this week that its … More
Surfboard Builders Now Gives You Access to More Shapers
Posted on October 13, 2007 @ 3:26 PM
Surfboardbuilders, a new website that lets you customize a surfboard online, now gives you access to even more shapers. Since the site was launched just … More
Win a Surf Holiday for Two in Polzeath…
Posted on October 08, 2007 @ 9:07 AM
…simply by selling more 2007 SAS Raffle tickets than anyone else!
Reef Board Build Off Raises $13K for Humanitarian Fund
Posted on October 06, 2007 @ 8:39 AM
SIMA’s Humanitarian Fund is today benefiting from the almost $13,000 in donations generated by the Reef Board Build-Off at ASR September. A line up of … More
Billabong Mundaka Documentary Premiere
Posted on October 05, 2007 @ 8:17 AM
Billabong presents Mundaka, an exclusive documentary film relating the unique story of a thousand year old Basque fishing village and the changes brought about by the … More
Walgrove Industries Help SurfAid Raise Funds for Mentawais
Posted on October 02, 2007 @ 8:46 AM
In an effort to help raise funds for the earthquake relief effort in the Mentawai Islands, Walgrove Industries has heeded the request of SurfAid International to … More
Surf Expo Auctioning Booth on Ebay, All Profits to SurfAid
Posted on September 28, 2007 @ 7:18 AM
Surf Expo still has another booth up for auction on Ebay. All of the proceeds will still go to SurfAid International, which has set up the … More
Experts to Speak at Sacred Craft Consumer Surfboard Expo
Posted on September 24, 2007 @ 10:34 AM
On October 13 & 14, along with display booths representing virtually every major American surfboard company, the Sacred Craft Consumer Surfboard Expo will be holding … More
Oxbow Sponsors British Surfing Museum
Posted on September 17, 2007 @ 8:04 AM
Oxbow is proud to announce a new three year sponsorship deal with the British Surfing Museum.
SIMA Liquid Nation Ball Raises Over $250,000 for Charity
Posted on September 13, 2007 @ 8:34 AM
Satin pants custom made to look like Greg Noll’s famous black and white boardshorts sell for $3,500. A Hawaiian Koa Olo surfboard shaped by Greg Noll … More
S.U.R.F to Hold Second Annual Live Clean / Surf Clean Benefit
Posted on September 11, 2007 @ 10:54 AM
Surfers United Recovery Foundation (S.U.R.F) is a new non-profit organization created to develop resources for and assist surfers and surf industry employees gain recovery over drug … More
US Makers of Biofoam Offset Carbon Emissions
Posted on September 10, 2007 @ 8:18 AM
Homeblown US have announced that they will offset their carbon emissions with Carbonfund, the country's leading carbon reduction and offset organization. Homeblown has offset all energy … More
Foam Startup Ice Nine Gets Behind Next Generation of Shapers
Posted on September 09, 2007 @ 8:02 AM
Ryan Franz had been working the sander at Infinity Surf Shop, a major custom surfboard shed in Southern California. He was stoked when his boss, … More
Surfing America Launches New Training Program for USA Surf Team Athletes
Posted on September 08, 2007 @ 8:06 AM
Fresh on the heels of its appointment of Mike Parsons as Program Director for the USA Surf Team and Joey Buran as its Head Coach, Surfing … More
Devon Surf Shop Wins Top Environmental Award
Posted on August 26, 2007 @ 8:15 AM
Loose Fit Surf Shop in Devon is on track to represent the UK in the European Businesses Awards for the Environment, thanks to their pioneering ‘Carbon … More
Assault Boardriders Adopts Buoyancy Rating System
Posted on August 23, 2007 @ 2:33 PM
Assault Boardriders has just finished buoyancy testing their store inventory of surfboards and Surfboard Bouyancy Testing are stoked to have Assault as their exclusive license at … More
Tribute to the Masters Shape-Off Competition
Posted on August 22, 2007 @ 11:38 AM
Foam will be flying in Del Mar, CA. as surfboard shapers from across the state of California, Hawaii and the Eastern Seaboard vie for a $1000 … More
La Jolla are New Rusty Licensee
Posted on August 15, 2007 @ 8:24 AM
R… & Everything Else, Inc, the company that owns and controls the Rusty brand worldwide, announced today that they have secured the services of La Jolla … More
Surfers Against Sewage Annual Raffle - It’s Back!
Posted on August 14, 2007 @ 2:42 PM
Enter the 2007 SAS Annual Raffle for just £1 and you could win a fantastic 'GREEN' prize... and SAS can continue the campaign for clean and … More
Billabong Partners with Zalul to Help the Environment
Posted on August 12, 2007 @ 11:28 AM
Billabong Israel, acting out of concern for the environment, has joined forces with Zalul Environmental Association, Israel's leader in environmental protection of the seas and … More
EuroSIMA’s Waterman’s Ball to Benefit the Environment
Posted on August 11, 2007 @ 7:23 AM
Nearly 400 attendees - business leaders, celebrities and surfing legends - will gather at a prestige evening dedicated to collecting funds for proven ocean environmental and … More
Electric Visual Official Eyewear of Project Blue Campaign
Posted on August 05, 2007 @ 9:01 AM
Electric Visual has announced it is partnering with project BLUE, the national initiative established to raise more than $1 million in support of ocean and beach … More
Surf Stronger Announces Healthier Planet Initiative
Posted on August 04, 2007 @ 7:11 AM
Golden Coast Productions is pleased to announce the formation of the Surf Stronger Advisory Board. The board is made up of highly regarded experts in … More
Reef Board Build-Off to Benefit SIMA Humanitarian Fund
Posted on August 01, 2007 @ 7:55 AM
Shapers on both US coasts are in preparation for three, newly scheduled Reef Board Build-Offs. The event returns to ASR in September with a solid line … More
Xcel Against Skin Cancer Month a Success
Posted on July 29, 2007 @ 8:02 AM
Xcel Wetsuits continues to raise awareness for sun protection and skin cancer prevention thanks to a successful May initiative, "Xcel Against Skin Cancer."
Submit Your Story to Surfing’s Greatest Misadventures
Posted on July 27, 2007 @ 7:04 AM
Casagrande Press is seeking stories, articles, and essays for publication in Surfing's Greatest Misadventures: Volume 2.
QuiksilverEdition Vintage Surf Auction Nets Record $650K
Posted on July 26, 2007 @ 8:35 AM
The fourth biennial Quiksilveredition Hawaiian Islands Vintage Surf Auction reached record heights this past Saturday, July 21st, with over $650,000 in sales and a 94 per … More
Kelly Slater and Philanthropist Team to Help Supertubes
Posted on July 24, 2007 @ 8:13 AM
Eight time world surfing champion Kelly Slater and surfing philanthropist Richard Brice from Cape Town collaborated in a unique all-win deal in Jeffreys Bay on … More
Life is better when you surf!
Posted on July 20, 2007 @ 6:58 AM
At Global Surf Industries this is the company mantra. They know what it means to them and now they want to know what it means to … More
ASR Notes Surf Industry Shift Toward Green Movement
Posted on July 17, 2007 @ 7:30 AM
When THE SURFER'S PATH became the first "100% Green Surf Magazine" over three years ago, even that late in the global wake-up call, we were perceived … More
No Slowing Down for Surf Industry
Posted on July 14, 2007 @ 7:47 AM
In the US retail environment, where gains are measured in small increments, the surf industry continues to buck the national trend with two-year sales increases … More
EcoMalibu Organisation Gets Nonprofit Status
Posted on July 13, 2007 @ 7:27 AM
Following in the footsteps of fellow Malibu surfer and Surfrider Foundation co-founder Lance Carson, Bon Purvey announces nonprofit status for his EcoMalibu preservation organization.
‘Chasing the Lotus’ Signs Worldwide DVD Distribution Deal
Posted on July 12, 2007 @ 7:38 AM
Hollywood studio Mandalay Entertainment has signed the surfing documentary, 'Chasing the Lotus' to a worldwide DVD distribution deal. This is only the second action sports film … More
Edinburgh Surfers Launch Home-Grown Surf Brand
Posted on July 08, 2007 @ 7:58 AM
Will Beeslaar and Duncan Forbes, two east coast surfers, have launched Scotland’s first surf clothing brand. "We developed Staunch to fulfil a dream of creating a … More
Reef Initiates Change with the Reef Redemption Program
Posted on July 07, 2007 @ 7:05 AM
Reef is working toward leaving a smaller footprint on the earth with a new company wide humanitarian and environmental initiative called Reef Redemption. The Reef Redemption … More
Eco Glass Kits & Bio-Plastic Leash Plugs Offer Green Option
Posted on July 06, 2007 @ 6:59 AM
Sannyasi is able to offer Green Light Surfboard Supplies eco glassing kits here in the UK. This is a brand new patent pending stretch laminating technique … More
Heal the Bay Beach Report Card
Posted on July 05, 2007 @ 6:42 AM
Struggling to select a beach to surf this summer? Heal the Bay are on hand to help with their Beach Report Card. The BRC has both … More
Fourth Biennial Quiksilver Vintage Surf Auction
Posted on July 01, 2007 @ 7:21 AM
More than a quarter of a million dollars worth of cool, quirky and highly coveted surf items are locked in for next month's 4th biennial Hawaiian … More
Carlos Burle Charges Ireland
Posted on June 30, 2007 @ 7:37 AM
‘Beef or Salmon’ is an impressionist film maker’s portrayal of the relationship between ground breaking Cornish brand Finisterre and their first ambassador, Carlos Burle - one … More
‘Thread’ Surf Film Premiere
Posted on June 27, 2007 @ 6:22 AM
'Thread', Patrick Trefz's newest surf film, is to premiere at benefit in San Francisco, California, presented by Mollusk Surf Shop.
New Stand Up Paddle Surfing UK Website
Posted on June 26, 2007 @ 7:24 AM
Stand Up Paddle Surfing UK is a brand new website designed to provide information on the emerging sport of Stand Up Paddle Surfing in the UK. … More
White Stuff Surf Relief Day Seeking VIP Fundraiser Items
Posted on June 23, 2007 @ 9:36 AM
Organisers of this year’s White Stuff Surf Relief Day are appealing for businesses and organisations to donate high quality prizes and experiences that can be auctioned … More
O’Neill VIP Competition
Posted on June 21, 2007 @ 12:53 PM
O'Neill is preparing to give away the mother of all prizes this summer, and you have until midnight on Saturday 30th June to be in with … More
Heal the Bay’s ‘Bring Back the Beach’ Dinner Event Raises $700,000
Posted on June 19, 2007 @ 7:54 AM
Some of Hollywood’s biggest names, including Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Wendie Malick, Amy Smart, boxer Sugar Ray Leonard and world-champion surfer Kelly Slater attended the 16th annual Heal … More
Cardiff Classic Surf Event
Posted on June 18, 2007 @ 7:16 AM
Swami's Surf Association and Global Surf Industries (GSI) have announced that that they have come to an agreement for GSI to become the presenting sponsor of … More
Issue 67 Out Now
