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The World Surf League (WSL) is facing intense scrutiny following allegations that a parking lot used for the Margaret River Pro was constructed on a significant Aboriginal burial site. The revelation has sparked outrage among Indigenous communities and surf fans alike, prompting questions about the organization’s commitment to social responsibility and cultural sensitivity. Previously lauded … Read more

Cheyne Magnusson, the renowned wave pool expert and former reality TV star, has quickly landed on his feet following his departure from the Palm Springs Surf Club. Announcing a new chapter in his impressive career, Magnusson has joined Endless Surf as their Surf Design and Operations Manager. Recognized for his expertise in wave pool technology … Read more

The Margaret River Pro is facing a storm of controversy after a decision to exclude women surfers from competing at the iconic \”The Box\” wave. This exclusion has ignited a firestorm of criticism from surfers, fans, and commentators alike, sparking a heated debate about gender equality in professional surfing. Many argue that the decision is … Read more

The dust has almost settled on the World Surf League’s controversial mid-season cuts at Margaret River, leaving a lingering sense of unease among surfers and fans alike. The decision, often described as ‘brutal’ and ‘unprecedented,’ has shaken the Championship Tour, leaving many questioning the long-term effects of such a dramatic shake-up. While intended to inject … Read more

The sudden disappearance of SurfStitch’s website has sent shockwaves through the online surf retail world. Once a powerhouse, boasting a half-billion dollar valuation in 2014, the retailer, founded by Justin Cameron and Lex Pedersen in 2008, has fallen silent. What led to this dramatic offline plunge? The story of SurfStitch is a cautionary tale of … Read more

Legendary Hawaiian surfer Johnny Boy Gomes, a powerhouse in the world of big-wave riding during the 70s and 80s, has shared his thoughts on the recent prison beating of a California man known for his aggressive driving behavior. The 58-year-old Gomes, a celebrated figure in surfing history, commented on the incident, stating [insert Gomes’s quote … Read more