Plastic pollution is one of the biggest threats to our oceans. Every year, over 8 million tons of plastic is deliberately dumped into the ocean. Not to mention the trash left on beaches and coastlines that inevitably gets swept into the sea. Plastic is one of the biggest killers of marine life and their habitats. […]

If you’re a surfer you’ve probably heard of surfer’s ear. This dreaded condition is well known among the surfing community. Recent research by Dr Toby Bateson at ZenPlugs has shown most surfers know they need to wear ear plugs to help protect their ears. Unfortunately most surfers are not aware they should be wearing a […]

To ride the biggest wave is widely accepted as the ultimate world record in surfing. But few of us are blessed with the bravery that possesses Garrett McNamara. Fortunately this infographic depicts a few others that are within the grasp of us mere mortals. Maybe it will inspire you to set a new surfing world […]

Sharks and surfers are more likely to be foe than friend, but learn a little more about them and you might like them. Shark Week aims to raise awareness and respect for sharks. In part this is done with a shark film-a-thon on the Discovery Channel, but here’s 10 interesting shark facts to whet your […]

…at surfing. With Brazil’s football demi-gods crashing down to earth this week, it’s perhaps time for Brazil to recognise and revere their homegrown surfing deities. For the first time in history, Brazil’s professional men and women surfers have a serious chance of becoming World Champions in 2014. So people of Brazil, save your tears. Celebrate […]