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Surfer stretching shoulders on beach before paddling out to prevent rotator cuff injury

6 Pre-Surf Stretches to Prevent Shoulder Injuries (And Surf Longer)

March 2, 2026

Shoulder injuries sideline more surfers than anything else. These six pre-surf stretches take under five minutes and target the rotator cuff, deltoids, and upper back to prevent injury and keep...

The Evolution of Australian Surf Culture: From Duke Kahanamoku to the Modern Era

February 28, 2026

From Duke Kahanamoku's 1915 Freshwater Beach demonstration to today's world champions, Australian surf culture has evolved into a high-performance powerhouse built on toughness, progression, and an unshakeable connection to the...

Essential Surf Trip Packing List for Australian Summer Destinations

February 25, 2026

A practical, experience-based packing guide for Australian summer surf trips to the Gold Coast, Byron Bay, and QLD coast. Covers essential surf gear, car camping setup, non-surf essentials, and common...

5 Byron Bay Surfboard Shapers You Need to Know in 2026

February 22, 2026

From eco-conscious performance boards to heritage midlengths, Byron Bay's shaping scene is firing in 2026. We profile five local shapers crafting custom sticks for every skill level and wave type.

Best Intermediate Surfboards in Australia: When You've Outgrown Your Beginner Board

February 17, 2026

Moving from a beginner board to your first intermediate surfboard is the trickiest phase of progression. This comprehensive guide breaks down the best options from Australian shapers, how to choose...

The Ultimate Wetsuit Guide for Surfers

June 25, 2025

Everything you need to know about wetsuits. Stay warmer, paddle freer, and surf longer

SURF, WORK, REPEAT: HOW TO BUILD A LIFE AROUND THE WAVES

May 21, 2025

Ever feel like you’re stuck in a nine-to-five while the swell’s pumping just down the road?

Which Wetsuit Thickness is Best for Australia?

April 4, 2025

So you're about to purchase a wetsuit and you're not sure which thickness is right for Australian water temperatures. The right thickness depends on where in Australia you're surfing and...

12 Things I Wish I Brought on my Bali Surf Trip

August 23, 2022

So you’re going on a surf trip to Bali in a few weeks’ time and you’re wondering what you should bring. Here are the 12 things I wish I brought...

What to look for in a Wetsuit

January 27, 2021

So you’ve never bought, or maybe never even worn, a wetsuit before and you’re wondering what to look for in a wetsuit. When looking at how to buy a wetsuit,...

The 5 Best Campsites Near Surf Beaches in NSW

January 16, 2021

The end of Aussie winter is in sight! Time to start planning your first camping trip and where better to camp than right in front of a pristine surf beach!...

Where to Surf in Jervis Bay? Jervis Bay Surf Spots

January 16, 2021

The Easter long weekend is coming up and you want to go surfing. The only dilemma is that you promised your girlfriend you’d take her on a romantic getaway which...