A profile of shaper Chris Jones: If you surf sooner or later you’ll end up at Chris Jones’ door. Who else can offer you fifty years of shaping experience? Who else was there at the beginning? CJ, legendary shaper/surfer, rugby fanatic, pasty connoisseur is this morning sanding down a vintage Tiki for restoration.

In Florianopolis - Brazil's surf capital - during prime swell season, an incomplete line-up gets Clare Howdle thinking... (Photos 2, 3, 4&8: André Côrtes; photos 1&7: Zander Grinfeld, www.venncreative.co.uk)

One of the great things about surfing in this current era is the wide acceptance of different board designs. Over the last 10 years, it has become acceptable to pretty much ride anything from surfmat to singlefin, fish to longboard. Words: Chris Preston Photo (2): Dan Crockett

Stephen Jones, director of triple-award-winning surf film El Mar Mi Alma, shares his vision of the surf-blessed land of Chile, its people, and the ocean that defines it.

The original seminal surf book Switch-Foot will be back in its third incarnation thanks to a Kickstarter campaign. It is nearly ten years (2005) since the first Switch-Foot book took to the surfing world, creating ripple effects wherever it went.

A road trip around the Scottish coastline reveals all of the anticipated joys along with a few unexpected pleasures. Words and Photos: Jonathan Barattini

Looking to the future with an eye firmly on the past, Tom Wegener has reintroduced the transport of kings to surfing's elite. His boards are works of art, but it's his veg patch that really floating Tom's boat right now... Words: Tommy Leitch Photos: Jamie Bott

A tale of surfing reefs in South Africa, but not knowing what you get yourself into. Drift contributor Tim Conibear points a finger at localism and finds three more pointing right back. Photos: Mike Reich

Chris Brunt chats to west Penwith's prodigal son and professional journeyman Sam Bleakley about his thirst for adventure and love of longboarding. [All photos by Chris Brunt.]

Co-founder of the original Aussie counter-culture surf bible, Tracks, and director of 'Morning of the Earth', Alby Falzon lives up to his reputation as the spiritual father of the alternative surf lifestyle. Words: Jair Bortoleto Photos: Courtesy of Alby Falzon

The alaia has become something of a shining star in recent years. Mark Sankey shares a photo essay of Cornish alaia riders. Photos: Lionel Duffau, taken at Crantock and Bundoran.


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#TBT Surf cars of the 50s and 60s


October 09, 2014 | Words By:

tbt_thumbMore vintage action this week with the wonderful surf wagons of yesteryear. Classic motors are accompanied with classic sounds from Woody Guthrie’s Car Song.
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Plans to convert derelict building into surfing hub


October 06, 2014 | Words By:

tassy_thumb2Tassy Swallow, a pro-surfer from Cornwall is planning to convert a run-down, abandoned military barracks into a state-of-the-art surf education project dedicated to the promotion and celebration of all things surf.
Tassy has developed the idea for the SurfHouse from her Surf Ratz club which she set up two years ago to help young girls develop self-confidence, a positive body image, and a strong sense of their individual identity through surfing.
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Finisterre launch new CWS range


October 03, 2014 | Words By:

finisterre_thumbAfter more then a decade of innovation, the technical apparel specialists have designed a new range, committed to and inspired by the needs of the cold water surfer, allowing them to go deeper and colder, living and surfing in the harshest of environments.
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The Bristol Surf Film Festival 2014


October 03, 2014 | Words By:

bristol_thumbThe Bristol Surf Film Festival is an independent showcase of film based creativity borne out of surf culture and lifestyle. It is a non-profit event that aims to promote and raise funds for charity in dedication to the memory of Paul Simon Brewer.
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Scarborough Surfing Festival 2014


October 02, 2014 | Words By:

scarborough This weekend will see thousands flock to North Bay in Scarborough for the annual Surf Festival. The UK’s finest will also be in town as they compete in round three of the UK Pro Surf Tour.
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The Stormrider: Magnetic Interchange Technology


October 02, 2014 | Words By:

stormrider_thumbThe Stormrider is a new advanced range of sunglasses that transform instantly from lifestyle eyewear to versatile performance specific gear by quickly adding or removing the Switch magnetic eyecups that best suit your environment or outdoor pursuit.
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GoPro Hero4 to be released with a budget version for just £99


October 01, 2014 | Words By:

gopro_thumbThe ultimate action camera that has changed the way we view our lives, not least the surf, is back in a new incarnation. The Hero4.
Available in three models, the H4 has most bases covered with some significant upgrades in power and quality. The flagship camera, the Black edition, shoots in 4K at 30fps. The new Silver edition now features a built in touchscreen, which will save you having to sync the device to your phone to see what is going on. Finally they have launched a new budget version simply called the Hero that comes in at an amazing £99.
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My Africa Is: Dakar Edition


September 25, 2014 | Words By:

myafrica2_thumbA new three-part series that dives into Dakar and Senegal discovering new scenes in surfing, dance and satirical commentary.
My Africa Is, an independent documentary taking viewers beyond the headlines and inside the continent. This second edition focuses on Africa’s fast-paced metropolis Dakar.

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London Surf / Film Festival 2014 line up announced


September 24, 2014 | Words By:

LSFF_thumbStephanie Gilmore will be attending this year to present the European Premiere of ‘Stephanie in the Water’ at the festival!
That first shiver of Autumn is in the air and with it comes the promise of a fresh stream of low pressures to awaken the coast and light up the darkening dawns of the British Isles.  In celebration of this hallowed season the London Surf / Film Festival, Presented by Reef, is delighted to announce the official selection of International features for 2014.
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Drift Survey: Enter to win ‘Stormrider Magnetic Interchange Sunglasses’


September 23, 2014 | Words By:

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Enter our survey and be in with a chance to win these great sunnies from Switch. Entering should only take a few minutes and will really help us improve your experience.
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