Ericeira, a picturesque fishing village located on the Atlantic coast of Portugal, has become a popular destination for surfers around the world. With its consistent waves, breathtaking scenery, and relaxed atmosphere, Ericeira offers some of the best surfing conditions in Europe, and is even a World Surfing Reserve. One of the best ways to experience…
From the tropical, crystal clear waters of Tahiti, to the cold, rugged, cliffside breaks in Ireland- this guide covers the biggest waves in the world. When most people think of surfing, it’s likely that images of cruisy longboarding waves come to mind, reminiscent of the waves Robert August and Mike Hynson sought all over the…
Of all the surfing gems that Portugal has to offer, Peniche without a doubt shines the brightest. In fact, some even refer to Peniche as the European Mecca of surfing. This small peninsula right off the coast of Portugal, arguably has some of the best waves in all of Europe. And that says a lot!…
If you find yourself in the middle of downtown Lisbon, with traffic, subways, people and noise, it’s hard to imagine you are 20 minutes away from a peaceful beach town with enough stretch of beach to be all by yourself. However this is in fact the case. In this surf guide we’ll present to you…
With warm waters, consistent surf, lush tropical jungles, and friendly locals, Costa Rica is one of the best surf destinations in the world. Costa Rica has tons of different surf spots, ranging from shallow, sparkling reef breaks to the seemingly endless left hand waves at Playa Pavones. If you’re planning a surf trip to Costa…
With over 800 miles of coastline facing the Pacific, California has some seriously awesome surf. Just like how every wave is different, no two California surf towns are quite alike. Some California surf towns like Huntington Beach offer up more of a city vibe, with fun beach bars and seemingly hundreds of surf shops. Others…
With its Atlantic coast location and favorable climate, Lisbon offers some of the best surf spots in Portugal, if not in all of Europe. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced surfer, there is a beach to suit your needs. With options ranging from calm, beginner-friendly conditions to powerful, advanced-level waves, there are waves…
Arugam Bay is a dreamy surf destination on Sri Lanka’s east coast. This small surfing village has developed into a booming surf town, and offers west coast surfers a reprieve from the monsoon season. The Arugam Bay surf has everything from cruise peeling point breaks, to epic barreling waves. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or…
Sagres is a perpetually sunny, whitewashed fishing village located on the southwestern tip of Portugal. In Sagres, you’ll find two distinct coastlines with a variety of breaks- including barrels and heavy slabs, along with beginner-friendly waves. The Sagres surf has something for surfers of every level, from absolute beginners to expert riders. Sagres surf overview…
During my Portugal surf trip, I made it my mission to check out as many Portugal surf shops as possible. One reason for this mission was that I was planning on buying a surfboard in Portugal. But that wasn’t the only reason. I also wanted to see what type of gear, surf skates, clothes, and…