He dances upon the water like it’s easier than land
Hands behind, hips forward, arched back.
The Pope’s Living Room Recap
posted by SURFING Magazine / US Open of Surfing 2012 / August 7, 2012
The Pope’s Living Room provided entertainment and cold beverages for every night of the US Open.
…and we might just make this a regular occurrence. Shall we? Let’s join the tour.
Ethan Carlston // Cabo + San Clemente // 3:22
posted by Jason Miller / Video / August 7, 2012
A week in Cabo usually means sunburns, a couple Pacificos and some new dance moves. Oh, and surfing.
Ethan definitely surfed. Gliding above lips like a Pelican. Can you say wingspan?
To do, or not to do (it): Baby, Take It Off!
posted by Chas Smith / Blogs / August 6, 2012
Chas discusses the Don’t Do It Foundation and uncovers a conspiracy theory along the way
How well do we really know this “Frankie” character?
2012 US Open Photo Recap
posted by SURFING Magazine / US Open of Surfing 2012 / August 6, 2012
Julian Wilson defeats Miguel Pupo in trying conditions on the final day of the US Open.
And sure enough, he’s over the moon
Julian Wilson Victorious at the 2012 US Open of Surfing
posted by SURFING Magazine / US Open of Surfing 2012 / August 5, 2012
….and Lakey Peterson wins the final event on the women’s World Tour
Give it up for a progressive week of surfing, adult beverages, and your new champ, Mr. Wilson
WAR(d) Stories: The Search // 10:15
posted by Jason Miller / Video / August 3, 2012
Wardo and Tom Curren’s search for waves have circumnavigated the globe, yet a score in their backyard tastes a little bit sweeter
They trade tubes like day traders — accumulating a handsome stock for their portfolio
Sketches By Ozzie Wright
posted by SURFING Magazine / News / August 3, 2012
Ozzie Wright shares his drawings with us on a recent SURFING trip to Samoa.
“And that one’s just an alien riding a unicorn”
Shawn Parkin Wins the 2012 Follow The Light Grant
posted by SURFING Magazine / News, Photos / August 3, 2012
With all the success from previous winners, we anticipate what Shawn Parkin will accomplish in the upcoming years.
Keep up the good work, finalists
The Pope’s Living Room
posted by Nate Zoller / News, US Open of Surfing 2012 / August 1, 2012
SURFING Magazine commandeers a bar/restaurant for the week and it just might be your new favorite US Open attraction
An oasis amongst the hordes of teenie-boppers, dusty air and overwhelming energy
Luke Cederman // New Zealand // 2:53
posted by Jason Miller / Video / August 1, 2012
Lefts for days amongst the bays through the haze
That’s the extent of my lyricism. Terrible, I know.
Benjamin Sanchis // Mentawais, Indonesia // 3:18
posted by Jason Miller / Video / August 1, 2012
The Euro crew are like a travelling circus
High flying aquatic acrobats is their main act
Evan Geiselman // Frame of Mind // 3:13
posted by Jason Miller / Video / July 31, 2012
Evan’s small wave stigma is a thing of the past. In reality, he thrives off waves of consequence, as seen in a recent trip to Tahiti
Well-versed like a poet!
Brett Simpson, US Open Preparation // 2:11
posted by Jason Miller / US Open of Surfing 2012 / July 31, 2012
Brett’s had a target on his back since he won back-to-back in ’09 and ’10
Will 2012′s preparation yield a third victory?
Sherm’s Euro Trip: On Stage with Donovan Frankenreiter
posted by Sherm / Photos / July 31, 2012
He’s got his hands full — congos, bongos, Canons, and GoPros
Sherm controls the tempo and captures the moment
Malia Manuel // Southern California // 3:11
posted by Jason Miller / US Open of Surfing 2012 / July 31, 2012
She’s clearly passionate about life, surfing and Hawaii — even the US Open of Surfing makes the list
Isn’t she lovely?
2012 U.S. Open of Surfing Commences
posted by Chas Smith / US Open of Surfing 2012 / July 30, 2012
We embrace and celebrate the gathering of our kin
Recess at our favorite playground is now in session!
2012 Follow the Light Finalist: Sarah Lee
posted by SURFING Magazine / Photos / July 30, 2012
Five finalists remain in the running for the Follow the Light grant. Here’s five unseen images
Mrs. Lee, not to be confused with packaged food — just well packaged photos
Oli Adams // United Kingdom // 4:26
posted by SURFING Magazine / Video / July 30, 2012
You Are Here: Surfing & The Olympics
posted by Nathan Myers / Blogs / July 28, 2012
While the Ralph Lauren designs custom spandex for our bestest ping-pongers, shot putters and race walkers, surfing remains on the sidelines.
Do we even care? A SURFING Poll ponders.
