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Dragon Boards: Surfboards Painted with Chinese Myth & Meaning
Meet the Bali crew turning dragons into functional art that rips.
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Erin Swell Lights Up the Whole East Coast
From Martha’s Vineyard barrels to Jersey’s secret haunts, Hurricane Erin uncorks the whole coastline for surf-starved crews.
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Hurricane Erin Pumps XL Surf Across the East
From Cocoa Beach to Fenwick Island, surfers feast on storm-driven lines as lifeguards shut entire beaches.
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£5k Grant Seeks Next Surf Photo Legend
The Follow The Light grant returns—$5k, mentoring & festival glory up for grabs for shooters aged 18-26.
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Hurricane Erin Turns East Coast into a Photographer's Playground
From 20-foot giants in the Carolinas to double-overhead walls at Sebastian Inlet, Erin’s swell delivers a rare photo-op—but safety first.
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Black Head vs Saltwater B&S Bash Set for Aug 31
Longboard clubs clash in charity surf-off to raise funds for Great Lakes Women’s Shelter.
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Hurricane Erin Unleashes Powerful Surf & Floodwaters on Florida Beaches
Hurricane Erin's outer bands slam Florida coasts, bringing dangerous rip currents, beach closures, and impressive waves. Here's a look at the impacts and what to expect.
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RIP Daily Wavester: Dale Webster, Surf Legend, Dies at 76
Longtime Sonoma County resident Dale Webster, the world record holder for the most consecutive days surfing, has passed away at 76. Celebrate his incredible dedication to the ocean.
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Hurricane Erin's Impact: Surfers Chase Waves as Officials Warn of Rip Currents
Hurricane Erin churns offshore, bringing dangerous surf and rip currents to beaches from Virginia to Rhode Island. Surfers are out, but officials urge caution & awareness.
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Sunshine & Swells: Central Florida's Top 10 Surf Photographers
Discover the lens masters capturing Central Florida's vibrant surf scene! From Cocoa Beach barrels to New Smyrna's sharky peaks, these photographers bring the East Coast magic to life.
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Rugged Beauty: NorCal's Top 10 Surf Photography Mavericks
Explore the raw, captivating world of Northern California's best surf photographers. From icy barrels to dramatic coastlines, see how they capture the wild Pacific.
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Catching Waves & Light: Hawaii's Top 10 Surf Photography Legends
Dive into the epic world of Hawaii's best surf photographers! Discover their unique styles, iconic shots, and how they capture the ocean's soul.
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