18 May, 2012 : - As far back as 2004, the Surfrider Foundation has raised concerns about the inlet at Surfrider Beach and its effect on surfing. In addition to efforts to enhance the coastal ecosystem through wetland restoration, Surfrider Foundation’s goal has been and continues to be the development of a plan to maintain the inlet location at the west end. […]
18 May, 2012 : - Zak Noyle and Billy Kemper embodied the spirit of the late-great Sion Milosky with a single image from the Banzai Pipeline, winning the inaugural Steep and Deep Pipeline Photo Challenge. This contest awarded the surfer and photographer who captured the biggest, steepest Pipeline barrel from the 2011-12 winter season. Honolulu’s Zak Noyle, 26 […]
17 May, 2012 : - The four-event Chiko Queensland Championship Circuit concludes this weekend with the AUD$8,000 Chiko Burleigh Classic providing the final stop in the race for the prestigious 2012 Queensland’s Open Men’s Surfing Title. Nathan Hedge who grew up on the Sunshine Coast before relocating to Sydney’s Northern Beaches is now back residing in Buderi […]
17 May, 2012 : - Last year BASE abruptly closed its factory on the Gold Coast, with the direct loss of 30 jobs. Since then, nearby D’Arcy Surfboards has announced it is shedding workers and downsizing from a state-of-the art, purpose-built factory into a backyard workshop. Is the surfboard industry yet another victim of the high Australian dollar?... […]
17 May, 2012 : - A lay day was called at the Gran Canaria Santa Pro Junior due to small unsurfable conditions at La Cicer. Event officials after meeting with surfers decided to wait for improved conditions with a first call to be made at 7:30 am on Friday 18th May for a possible start to Round Two of competition. Mikel Zalakain, ASP Europe's Head Judge. […]