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Surf and Skate Part II
Surfing and skating go hand in hand. Skateboarding was originally known as street surfing. Over the years both sports have influenced each other. I've put together a few videos, well two cards worth, that showcase a part of the relationship. There is something here for everyone who longboards, shortboards or surfs. Watch each video and pay close attention to how they ride and what they are saying. Yeah, some repeat what another is saying or doing but you will find something new in each. Jay Adams, Larry Bertlemann and Buttons all speak about their influences and show in their riding or surfing how each influences the other. Check out Bertlemann's "Go Pro"from the 70's lol! There's instructions on pumping and carving from surfers and a history lesson on skateboard carving from Paul Riechele III. I threw in some carver boards just to show how surfing and skating have truly come together and to showcase a different style of board and trucks. If you love longboarding whether it's downhill, freeride, freestyle, cruising, carving, slalom or hitting the pools or ditches you can perfect your style by taking cues from surfers and skaters who surf. Speaking of style, these videos also spend a lot of time urging you to develop your own. Style is what makes your riding different from everyone else and is how many riders become sponsored. Style essentially comes from the soul of the surfer or skater. It can take years to truly master your own style and make it look steezy. The key is to learn all you can from every aspect of the sport, mold it into what you like the most and do it in a way that makes it your own. Oh and you'll see some excellent kick flips with 46 inch boards. Save those for your "regular"skater friends to watch and learn lol! Be yourself, and enjoy the ride.
Surfing Laniakea, Oahu
Oahu’s North Shore is home to some of the world’s biggest waves, and Laniakea may be the best point break on the coastline. Located about 2 1/2 miles past Haleiwa, Laniakea is the first surf break you see along the Kamehameha highway. Strong currents and the nearly exposed reef bottom at low tide make the spot dicey at times. Laniakea is also renowned for the sea turtles that call it home, and the area draws about as many turtle watchers as surfers. It holds up in everything from waist-high to tripple-overhead conditions. The current can be very strong here so prepare to paddle constantly just to stay in the lineup. (video!)
Catching Waves with a Seal
While out surfing, this surfer had a new friend. Ha! I don't know if I'd be laughing like this guy, or terrified that a seal on my board probably means a shark is nearby. It turns out this video was filmed in North England, though, which means that there aren't killer whales around (I think!) so the surfer is probably safe to laugh and enjoy his ride with the little guy!
World's Best Six-Year-Old Surfer
Quincy Symonds (aka The Flying Squirrel, we’ll get to the nickname later) is quite possibly the world’s best six-year-old surfer and skater. The Tweed Heads local only started surfing about 18 months ago and, in a very short time, has captured the attention of the surfing world, gained multiple sponsors and garnered a fanatical following on social media. Her parents are right behind her, but they're not pushy "stage parents". Quincy’s dad Jake has been a surfer most of his life and his love for the ocean inspired her to get in the water. Her mum Kim says it was the most natural thing in the world.
Surfers with GoPros: Anthony Walsh
Australian surfer Anthony Walsh is catching waves in Indonesia with his GoPro. Check the end of his ride at 2:30. As for 2014, Walsh plans "on getting nuts with my GoPro and doing a lot of trips just to shoot GoPro both video and photos. I got some new angles I have been working on and some spots I want to go to, its going to be another fun year!" Thanks to my buddy who sent this to me!
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Surf Photographer Clark Little on Getting the Perfect Shot
Clark Little started shooting the waves around his home in Hawaii with a point and shoot camera encased in a water proof guard that he bought off online. In no time he became one of the best photographers of his kind mostly because he takes crazy risks to get the perfect shot. This video shows you just how far he will go to catch the perfect wave.
Surfing the concrete!
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Surfing the Superwaves of Teahupo'o
Welcome to Teahupo’o, otherwise known as “a place of skulls.” The island has seen an explosion of popularity in the last 15 years as it has transformed into a hot surfing destination. Every August since 1999, the Billabong Pro Teahupoo is held in the village. Huge names in surfing, from Kelly Slater to Mick Fanning ride the waves yearly. Yet, there is a reason only the best of the best are advised to ride here: the waves typically reach heights of seven to 10 feet, and occasionally as high as 21 feet. Teahupo’o waves are routinely ranked among the 10 most dangerous in the world, a nomadic place where five lives have been claimed since 2000. Anyone in less than peak, physical condition will fail. Even the best are conquered at times. “I watched Kelly Slater wipe out and break a rib,” Westlake said. “So, not for the faint of heart.” Westlake explained. “Once you are out there the power of the wave is staggering.”
Finding Yoga and Surfing - Your Own Tomorrow
Michael Fukumura went from being a government lawyer in Washington, D.C. to a yoga instructor and surfing fanatic in San Diego. This is his story.