Me, Sunset Beach, and My Dad – An Excerpt From ‘Child of Storms: A Surfing Memoir in Progress’
The Inertia's Sam George is in the midst of releasing his latest book, 'Child of Storms: A Surfing Memoir in Progress.' This is an excerpt from the memoir.
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‘The Shore’: 20 Images From a Beautiful Photo Book About New Jersey Surfing
Ryan Mack, the award-winning photographer who calls New Jersey home, just released a stunning 80-page photo book called "The Shore."
Clyde Aikau, His Own Words and Wisdom
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River Surfing Guru Quirin Rohleder on the Merits and Dangers of Using a Leash
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3 Days, 3 Waves, One Unforgettable British Columbia Surf Trip
Photographer Marcus Paladino accompanied surfers Pete Devries, Reed Platenius, and Curtis Parker to explore the outer edges of British Columbia’s coastline.
Clyde Aikau, Legendary Hawaiian Waterman, Has Died at 75
Clyde Aikau, legendary Hawaiian waterman and younger brother of Eddie Aikau, has died. Aikau passed away peacefully at home in Waimanalo on Saturday evening.
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You've pinpointed the swell. Found the perfect setup on Google Earth. But you get there and it's flat. Is there a bright side to getting skunked on a surf trip?
‘Child of Storms’: Sam George Discusses His New Surfing Memoir
The Inertia's Sam George will release his long-awaited book this month, 'Child of Storms: A Surfing Memoir In Progress. We spoke with him about the process.
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