Surfer Dad

Surf blog by a wave starved father

Monster waves ridden in… Newquay!

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As most surfers sought shelter over the weekend, some hardcore locals surfed 20-30ft waves in Newquay. Only rare giant swells will deliver Hawaiian style waves in England, and The Cribbar in Newquay is one of the few reefs that will hold these monsters. A phenomenal 20ft swell and a 19 second period was predicted for […]

Bethany Hamilton

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Within surfing circles, Bethany Hamilton is already a living legend at just 21. Following the international release of her film “Soul Surfer”, the world will know her heroic life story before she’s 22. Who is Bethany Hamilton? In case you haven’t seen the film, read her book, or noticed the media frenzy that follows the […]

Lady Gaga goes surfing

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Like many celebrities before her, Lady Gaga has discovered the thrill of surfing. I imagine her life is not short of thrills, but she was evidently in need of a more natural high whilst on holiday in Mexico. I think she looks a damn sight better surfing than dressed up on stage. And by all […]

Tyler Wright – Rookie of the Year

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Aussie surfer Tyler Wright has claimed the 2011 ASP Women’s World Tour – Rookie of the Year Award. Tyler finished the season an impressive 4th, topped only by Carissa Moore, Sally Fitzgibbons and 4 times world champ Steph Gilmore. At just 17, Tyler Wright still has many years ahead to claim the World Title, and […]