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Hampus Mosesson and Martin Gallant APO Snowboards Video - Snowboarding Videos

2011-10-07T13:52:00.000-07:00

Hampus Mosesson and Martin Gallant APO Snowboards Video - Snowboarding Videos

Micah Byrnes Picks Up Board Sponsor Stamps Surfboards

2011-01-12T15:25:00.000-08:00

Micah Byrne officially picked up Stamps Surfboards as his board sponsor after working closely with Tim Stamps for the past couple of years. It was a natural transition and a great fit. Since Stamps is local, they are able to work closely on new models as well as dial in Micah’s boards for conditions both locally and internationally.

More Micah Byrne and Stamps Surfboards from ProSurfing.com

XCEL HAWAII, INC 3/2 X-Zip Full-Suit - Kids' $53.99

2011-01-12T13:33:00.000-08:00

I cam across this great deal and thought I would share if anyone is interested.

XCEL HAWAII, INC 3/2 X-Zip Full-Suit - Kids'

Kids are pretty darn fearless, but even they aren’t going to jump on their boards and charge chilly surf without a reliably warm suit. Give your kid the means to charge waves bred by spring storms with the Xcel Hawaii 3/2 X-Zip wetsuit. This ultra-stretchy full-suit allows the mobility your young ripper needs to slash cutbacks and paddle back out for more in temps as low as 54F (12C).

70% OFF Retail: $179.95 $53.99

Tim Stamps and Foam E-Z shape a US Blanks Orange Foam Blank by grant ramey

2011-01-06T18:59:00.000-08:00

So the brass over at US Blanks threw the lads at Foam E-Z a new Orange Foam surfboard blank to shape out. The foam is 6% lighter or 1/2 pound compared to their Red Foam formula. We thought we would enlist Tim Stamps as the pro shaper since he is a stickler when it comes to his foam. We knew we could get an unbiased, honest opinion from Stamps whether it was good or bad. We were pleasantly surprised by their latest creation so look for the Orange Foam at Foam E-Z in 2011

Hermosa Beach Snow Fest

2010-12-07T14:12:00.000-08:00

Hermosa Beach Snow Fest

Surfing with Jason - GoPro Hero HD

2010-06-08T12:22:00.000-07:00

GoPro Hero HD Surf Camera Video

June 7, 2010: This was the first time I have used my new GoPro Hero HD Helmet Camera. This would be a great Fathers Day Present! You can buy the Go Pro Hero HD Camera HERE! . Share Your GoPro Hero HD Camera videos on The Boarding Network YouTube Channel.

Rick Wake Surfing at Catalina Island

2010-05-18T14:31:00.002-07:00

John Wake Surfing Catalina

2010-05-18T14:31:00.001-07:00

Mark Wakesurfing

2010-05-18T14:31:00.000-07:00

Joe Wake Surfing

2010-05-17T15:05:00.000-07:00

Jeff Wake Surfing

2010-05-14T11:54:00.001-07:00

Jason Wake Surfing

2010-05-14T11:54:00.000-07:00

Snowboarding Season

2009-11-17T16:44:00.000-08:00

Snowboarding: The forecast is looking good for as another early season storm bears down on the West Coast of the US. A few mountains have already opened with limited runs and we are hoping this next wave of storms will kick off an El Nino inspired winter season. Mt Bachelor is schedule to open on the 20th. "The forecast looks wintry and mountain crews are at work preparing their departments for what’s sure to be a busy opening weekend," said Dave Rathbun, President and General Manager.

If you looking to upgrade your old gear check out Snowboarding.com's Buyer's Guide. They have the last 2010 Gear from all the top snowboard brands: Burton Snowboard, Ride Snowboard, K2 Snowboard, Forum Snowboard and many more. If your looking for a Cheap Snowboard you can save up to 70% on last years models.

When you're there be sure to check out the "How To" section: How to buy a Snowboard, How to buy Snowboard Boots and How to Buy Snowboard Bindings.

Snowboard Buyers Guide

Please comment TODAY on the Turtle Bay Expansion EIS.

2009-09-16T10:44:00.000-07:00

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE FAR AND WIDE!

The Honolulu Advertiser’s wrote in today’s editorial, “Court should clarify worth of years-old EIS". If the high court decides to take the appeal, as it should, the state will get clearer direction of how environmental law should apply to development that has languished on the drawing boards for years.

And although the Kuilima Resort Co. project is at the center of this case, there are other projects with environmental impact statements prepared long ago. The original proposal for Makena Resort on Maui, for example, was based on an EIS completed in 1974.

It is not right that the developers should be allowed to begin development 20 or 200 years after an EIS is accepted without having to reconsider potential impacts. Keep the North Shore Country and Sierra Club have been seeking a Supplemental EIS for the Turtle Bay Resort in the courts since 2006. If the Supreme Court does not accept the case, our challenge of the environmental review will probably be over.

Meanwhile, Stanford Carr continues to press ahead with the expansion plan and continues to seek final subdivision approval from the City and County of Honolulu. They are very close.

We are near the end of the process. Now is the time to speak up!

This editorial gives you an excellent opportunity to share your concerns about the Turtle Bay Resort Expansion Plan and the City’s refusal to order a supplemental EIS. Please take a moment to send your comments to the Letters to the Editor and also post an on-line comment. Letters to the Editor are more effective.

Advertiser Letters to the Editor Include your name and contact information so they can confirm your identity and publish your letter.
Comment on-line on the editorial!

Keep The North Shore Country!

HURLEY PRO TRESTLES 2009

2009-09-10T08:08:00.000-07:00

Pro Surfing: The 2009 Hurley Pro at Lower Trestles run Sept 13-19th.

This high-performance pointbreak peels across a rocky coastline and can pump up to 150 metres down the point when a south or southwest swell shows up. The left is a quicker, hollower, punchier wave, while the right is a longer, more even-paced beauty ready to be released upon with aggressive and unforgiving gusto. Both boast the ability to make even an average surfer appear gifted.

Trestles, the only men’s ASP World Tour event on mainland USA, made its debut in 2000 as the Billabong Pro won by Andy Irons. Boost Mobile came on board in 2002, and has sponsored the mid-season men’s event ever since. The 2006 BMP of Surf will be the cell phone company’s fifth foray as headlining sponsor… Hurley is the presenting sponsor of the Boost Mobile Pro at Trestles.

Past Winners:
2008: Kelly Slater (USA)
2007: Kelly Slater (USA)
2006: Bede Durbidge (AUS)
2005: Kelly Slater (USA)
2004: Joel Parkinson (AUS)
2003: Richie Lovett (AUS)
2002: Luke Egan (AUS)
2001: Not held
2000: Andy Irons (HAW)

Check out the latest news and information on Pro Surfing

Mexico Surf Trip with Corky Carroll At His Beach Front House

2009-07-08T11:45:00.000-07:00

Come and stay with Corky Carroll and his lovely wife Raquel at their home on the beautiful tropical beach of La Saladita, Mexico. Located just 35 minutes north of Ixtapa and 45 minutes north of Zihautanejo along Mainland Mexico’s most fertile surf coastline. More Mexico Surf Trip with Corky Carrolls Surf Adventure...

Travel Alert - Southern Hemisphere Swell on Track for July 4th

2009-06-26T08:30:00.000-07:00

Destination: Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Mexico, Peru

Large scale intense storm activity is setting up now and over the next 4 days to the SE of New Zealand over a broad area of the SW Pacific Ocean. This fetch is largely directed at Central America and will result in overhead to potentially doubleoverhead+ surf for the region during the first 10 days or so of July. More Southern Hemisphere Swell...

Surfing In Portugal

2009-06-04T11:27:00.000-07:00

Surfing In Portugal Guided Surf Tours signed up with SurfTrip.com. "The trips will include one week of pure adrenaline! We will visit major surf spots, along the breathtaking coast of Portugal. Accommodations include: hotels (breakfast included), surf equipment, permanent surf instructors, and transportation from Oporto Airport, along the coast and back again. With great knowledge and experience, your Portuguese Surf instructors will introduce you to the natural beauty of the Portuguese coast— including the most popular surf spots, select hotels, and vivacious nightlife."

Coxos ericeira portugal: Portugal is a great place to visit. It is still relatively inexpensive and the country is beautiful. I went there in September 2007 and had a great experience. Definitely a must do trip if you haven't surfed in Europe. The surf spots are spread out so a guided tour is the way to go. Check out Surfing In Portugal Guided Surf Trips on Surftrip.com

Billabong Pro Teahupoo Tahiti

2009-05-13T14:11:00.000-07:00

The Billabong Pro Teahupoo Tahiti is on live now in 3 to 4 ft surf. It's a little lumpy but seems to be cleaning up. The plan is to finish round one and get well into round two. Check it out on ProSurfing.com

Take a Tahiti Surf Trip

Billabong Pro Teahupoo

2009-04-23T13:37:00.000-07:00

Get ready for the Billabong Pro Teahupoo May 9-20, Teahupoo,Taiarapu-Tahiti. Check out the contest details on Pro Surfing .com. Join the Pro Surfing Community! It's free and only takes a few seconds. Surf Tahiti with Surf Trip .com

Snowboard Buyers Guide

2009-04-01T15:53:00.000-07:00

Spring Snowboard Sales. Save 30-70% off 2009 Snowboarding Equipment and Gear: Snowboards, Binding, Boots, Jackets and Gear. Free shipping and No Sales Tax. Check out Snowboarding.com's Snowboard Equipment Buyers Guide

Surfing Panama

2009-01-30T15:19:00.001-08:00

Three days unitl I get to Surf Panama for the first time. I'll be writing a daily blog on surftrip.com's Surfing Travel Community

Panama Surf Trip

2009-01-07T13:36:00.000-08:00

So I've been really busy since taking on management of Snowboarding.com and the Snowboarding Community which have experienced significant growth so far this season and occupied a majority of my time. Anyway, it's time for a surf trip and I'm heading to Panama.

I was in Maui this summer and hooked up with an old friend from UC Santa Barbara, Scott Balogh. He was working on a sailing charter boat called the Paragon which heads out to Molokini on day trips. Which by the way I highly recommend. Every boat over there claims to be the fastest boat in Maui but none compare the the Paragon. We blew by the fleet like they were standing still. My family had so much fun we went on the Paragon twice. The crew was great and the sailing was phenomenal.

Scott happens to own and operate an Eco Resort, Red Frog Bungalows, in the Bocas del Toro on the Caribbean side of Panama. He invited me to come down and check it out and I accepted. I am leaving on February 2nd and will be writing a daily Surf Trip Blog on Surf Trip.com's Surf Travel Community.

I'll be taking three of my trusty Stamps Surfboards: 6'8" Round Pin, 6'6" Square Tail and a 6'5" Swallow tail; all thrusters.

Check back if you are interested and let me know if you have any questions along the way.

Cheers,

Jason
SurfTrip.com

Indonesia EarthQuake

2008-11-16T11:11:00.000-08:00

Sunday, Nov. 16 2008: A massive 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia, a popular surfing travel destination, early Monday morning local time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, sparking a brief tsunami warning for coastline areas within 1,000 kilometres of the epicentre.

(Click on Indonesia Map to enlarge)

The tremor hit at 12:02 PM ET, striking about 135 kilometres northwest of Gorontalo, Sulawesi, one of the four largest islands of Indonesia.

The quake and subsequent tsunami warning, which has since been lifted, caused residents to flee nearby coastal towns.

However, there are no immediate reports of injuries or damage.

Indonesia's local geological survey measured the earthquake at a monstrous 7.7.

Indonesia's location along the so-called 'Ring of Fire,' an area of volcanoes and fault lines in the Pacific Basin, makes it particularly vulnerable to earthquakes.

It was a 9.1-magnitude earthquake, the fourth-largest in more than 100 years, that hit the Indonesian island of Sumatra in December 2004.

The earthquake and subsequent tsunami, which affected 14 countries, killed more than 200,000 people and displaced nearly 1.7 million others.

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Pro Surfing Live on ProSurfing.com

2008-10-28T10:08:00.001-07:00

Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro: Today is the first of a nine-day waiting period for the Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro, the second to last stop on the 2008 ASP World Tour, and the action will commence in Imbituba, Brazil at 9am. Favorable four to five foot (one metre plus) conditions are on offer this morning. Live Hang Loose Santa Catarina Pro Webcast on Pro Surfing.com

XCEL Pro Hawaii: Day 1 is ON today! A new N swell hit Sunset in the 8'-10' (Hawaiian) range, and is expected to build thru the day. First heat paddles out at 8:00 AM HST. LIVE XCEL Pro Hawaii Webcast on Pro Surfing .com