Senegal sits under the Sahara desert, with its most western point and most densely populated region centred on the capital city Dakar. It’s here you will find un-crowded breaks for all abilities and experience sub-Saharan Africa in full force. Brought to light by the granddaddy of all surf travel movies ‘Endless Summer’, Senegal has had […]
Another threat to our beaches – sand scarcity
As surfers we love our sandy beaches. We love the squish and slide that only millions of sand granules beneath our feet can give. It’s our red carpet to the waves. But our beaches could be gone by the end of the century! Humans have taken a toll on our planet’s oceans and beaches. Ocean […]
5 Easy Moves to Keep You Surf Fit on a Small Budget
I get it! Your passion is surfing. Not working a job you hate for hours on end so you can pay for a gym to get in better surf shape (and have less time to surf). Like many hardcore surfers, you chose to live on a budget so you can dedicate maximum time to riding […]
23 Weird Things Only Surfers Understand
Understanding surfers is not always easy. To non-surfers we speak an unknown language, look strange and make seemingly odd life choices. To help non-surfers understand and to embrace the oddities of surfing, here are 23 weird things only surfers will understand. #1 A wetsuit tan Brown hands, white arms and a tide mark half way […]
6 Tips for Booking a Surf Camp
It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or a pro; surf camps are a great way to practice your moves, meet like-minded people, visit spectacular surf destinations and live the surf dream. Here are 6 tips for booking a surf camp, that will make the difference between choosing an average surf camp or an amazing […]
Best places to surf in Spain
Spain is well known for her calm Mediterranean waters and beautiful beaches, that make it a magnet for millions of European tourists each year. While the majority of tourists head south in summer, surfers should head to Northern Spain where warm weather and waves will welcome you all year round. Along the ragged northern coast […]
Three Common Surfing Injuries And How To Avoid Them
Surfing is not widely considered as a dangerous sport but many injuries can occur. Research by Thomas E. Hyde and Marianna S. Gegenbach published in ‘The Conservative Management Of Sports Injuries’ shows that the bigger the wave, the more serious the injury. Here are a few common injuries and how to avoid them. 1. Head […]
How ocean pollution affects humans
Plastic pollution is one of the biggest threats to our oceans. Every year, over 8 million tons of plastic is deliberately dumped into the ocean. Not to mention the trash left on beaches and coastlines that inevitably gets swept into the sea. Plastic is one of the biggest killers of marine life and their habitats. […]
Surfers: reduce the risk of going deaf
If you’re a surfer you’ve probably heard of surfer’s ear. This dreaded condition is well known among the surfing community. Recent research by Dr Toby Bateson at ZenPlugs has shown most surfers know they need to wear ear plugs to help protect their ears. Unfortunately most surfers are not aware they should be wearing a […]
50 fascinating ocean facts
Humans are surprisingly ignorant about oceans, considering it produces half of the oxygen we breathe. As a surfer I love and respect our saltwater sanctuaries, but know embarrassing little about them. To help improve your oceanic knowledge and impress your friends, here’s 50 fascinating facts about our open seas: Infographic by the team at DIVE.in