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Carver Surfskate Guide: C7 vs CX Trucks Explained
Why surfers train on Carver surfskates, the difference between the C7 and CX trucks, and tips for learning to pump and carve.
Swimming Wetsuits vs Surf Wetsuits: What's the Difference?
How swimming wetsuits differ from surf wetsuits: thinner arms, smoother neoprene and more buoyancy. Our picks for open water and triathlon.
Big Wave Surfing: Famous Spots, Gear and Safety
An introduction to big wave surfing: famous spots like Nazare, Jaws and Mavericks, the boards and inflatable vests surfers use, and how they stay safe.
100 Foot Waves: Where They Break and Who Rides Them
Has anyone surfed a 100 foot wave? How wave height is measured, where the biggest waves break, from Nazare to Jaws, and the gear surfers use.
Mavericks Surf: How Half Moon Bay's Big Wave Works
How Mavericks in Half Moon Bay works: the reef, the swell and wind it needs, the gear surfers use, and where to watch safely from Pillar Point.
Surfboard Guide: Types, Parts and Sizes Explained
A plain guide to surfboards: the parts of a board, longboards vs funboards vs shortboards, and how to pick the right size for your level.
The Eddie Aikau Invitational Explained: Eddie Would Go
The Eddie Aikau Invitational is a big wave contest at Waimea Bay that only runs when waves reach 20 feet. Its history, rules and why it rarely happens.
Choosing the Best Surfboard for Beginners: A Complete Guide
How to choose your first surfboard: why a foam longboard is the best start, what length and volume you need, and common beginner mistakes to avoid.