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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

Planning a Bali surf trip? We've learned the hard way what you actually need. From reef booties to ding repair kits, here are the 12 items that will save your...

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 - Flatrock Surf

Where to Surf in Jervis Bay? 4 Best Surf Spots

January 16, 2021

Jervis Bay's got four solid surf spots all within 45 minutes of Huskisson. Caves Beach works well for beginners, while Culburra and Mollymook deliver consistent waves for intermediate surfers.

The 14 Best Surf Photographers on Instagram in 2021 - Flatrock Surf

How to Find the Best Surf Photography on Instagram

January 16, 2021

These are the surf photographers worth following on Instagram right now, from blokes shooting frigid Australian slabs to Hawaiian specialists who live inside the barrel. Here's what makes their ocean...

The 17 Best Local Custom Surfboard Shapers in Australia

January 16, 2021

Before you go forking out cash for your next factory-made generic shortboard, consider grabbing yourself a silky, hand-cut board from one of these local custom boardshapers. In no particular order,...

The 11 Best Surf Barrels & Tubes in Surfing History

January 12, 2021

There is no better feeling in the world than getting a barrel (or tube) while surfing. If you can’t experience the real thing, the next best option is to check...

Which Wetsuit Thickness is Best for USA?

October 13, 2020

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...

What is the Australian Grand Slam of Surfing?

September 8, 2020

The Australian Grand Slam of Surfing is a series of three WSL professional surfing events held at the following locations: Boost Mobile Pro Gold Coast: South Stradbroke Island, Gold Coast, QLD...

Surfboard Buying Guide (Shortboard) - Which Specifications Are Right For Me?

September 7, 2020

This is a comprehensive buying guide for anyone looking to purchase a new short, fibreglass surfboard (i.e. shortboard). This guide includes a surfboard volume calculator and other useful tips about...