Portugal explodes onto the global big wave circuit with a handful of household names and a freakish wave canyon. Photos: Jorge Leal and Wilson Ribeiro.

Drift caught up with big-wave surfer Carlos Burle on home territory in Brazil to find out why he considers big-wave riding to be a playground for the few who have earned the privilege. Photos: Al McKinnon

Hidden away in a Falmouth boatyard among the classic lines of traditional timber ships is an unusual surfboard factory: one in which the boards are finished with wood and natural oils. Here tradition meets modernism. This is Glass Tiger. Words: Mark Sankey Action photos: Kirstin Prisk Other photos & design: Alexa Poppe

A worthy addition to European surfing culture, the surfilmfestibal festival attempts to connect the global surfing community through moving picture, art and education. Words: Howard Swanwick. Photos: surfilmfestibal

Tucked away at the top of a hill near Gwenver beach in Cornwall, Skewjacks was the definitive 1970s surf camp. Drift took four of its founding fathers - Dicky, Harvey, Jamo and Mickey - to the pub and reminisced about good times gone by. Words: Jamie Bott Credit & thanks to Graham Shephard & Mel Sedgwick

Al Knost is one of the best sliders around and has a close connection with a scene far removed from the modern marketplace hustle. Ryan Tatar tracked him down with his project partner Tyler Manson and gave us an insight into their freshest work. Words: Ryan Tatar Photos: Jamie Bott & Tyler Manson


Common Threads

October 31, 2011 | Words By: Staff Writer

Since the launch of the Common Threads Recycling Program in 2005, you’ve helped Patagonia collect 45 tons and recycle 34 tons of clothing. Get inspired and then get involved.

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Yvon Chouinard visits The Surfer’s Journal

August 12, 2011 | Words By: Howard

A short film about Steve and Debee Pezman’s life, and the early days of their publication. Yvonne Chouinard drops in to discuss the old days, One Percent for the Planet and what inspired them to risk it all for their dream to be realised.

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Patagonia and Social Responsibility

February 03, 2011 | Words By: Staff Writer

Patagonia is known for its work to minimize environmental harm and for discussing openly how and where their clothes are made. Read the Footprint Chronicles to see for yourself.

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Patagonia’s Footprint Chronicles

September 25, 2010 | Words By: Staff Writer

The clever dicks at Patagonia have created a web site so that you can monitor the footprint of their goods, and make an informed decision when you buy. Find out about energy, shipping, CO2 and more of Patagonia’s supply chain information.

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Patagonia surf catalog for 2010 - online now

September 17, 2010 | Words By: Staff Writer

See what’s new with Patagonia Surf in their finest paper-free presentation to date.

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Patagonia’s environmental initiatives booklet

August 14, 2010 | Words By: Howard

Yvonne Chouinard The 2010 ebook is available to read online, including a brief interview with Yvonne describing an encounter with a logger who needed his help. Help with a credit card that is.

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The best goods | Patagonia shorts

June 08, 2010 | Words By: Howard

patagonia_shorts Patagonia’s definition of backyard fun can mean a full day in the surf, miles of mountain trail or hours spent hanging in a harness. Their technical shorts meet your needs with a variety of purpose-built designs, thoughtfully placed seams and innovative fabrics.

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