Surfing has grown into a massive $65 billion industry that will likely expand by six percent by 2030. The sport's debut at the 2021 Olympics sparked worldwide interest and inspired...

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Kelly Slater—the greatest surfer who ever lived—learned to rip right here in Florida. This sunshine state has shaped countless pros who've made it to the world tour. Most people think...

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Picture this: You're craving that perfect wave session, but you're stuck inside. These surf documentaries will transport you straight to those sun-soaked beaches and massive barrels you've been dreaming about....

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Competitive surfing gives you just 20 to 30 minutes to catch your best waves during a heat. Did you know that? The competition puts you against 2 to 4 other...

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Picture this: Princess Kelea of Maui, crushing waves in the 1400s. She wasn't just good—she was the best surfer on her entire island. Nearly 600 years ago. Most people think...

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Ready to catch your first wave? The perfect beginner surf spots await you! Surfing reached mainland U.S. shores at Cowell Beach, Santa Cruz in 1885. Today, countless tourists ride their...

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1693 words Surfing stands as the fastest-growing watersport today, evolving dramatically from its birth centuries ago in ancient Hawaii. Modern surf parks and artificial waves grab headlines now, but this...

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Folly Beach delivers some of the most impressive waves on the East Coast. "The Washout" stands as a legendary spot that Hurricane Hugo naturally reshaped along the coastline. The balmy...

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Recent statistics show that one-third of all rip current and surf zone fatalities in the U.S. happened during June and July 2023. The numbers reveal an even more striking fact...

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Modern surfboards weigh just 6-10 pounds, a stark contrast to the first 100-pound boards. The task of picking the right equipment still weighs heavily on surfers' minds. Surfing's rich 240-year...

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