Andy Smyth
Wave of the Day
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Changing Suits
Thursday 29/10
21
A wetsuit that's lighter, stretchier, and warmer? Colour me green!
El Nino Arrives, The Swell Not Yet
Tuesday 27/10
19
Why, during this strong El Niño, are Hawaii and California struggling to get going?
Early Forecast: 2026 Philippines Pro
Monday 26/10
60
One typhoon has gone and, right on cue, another one is approaching the Philippines Sea,
Gallery: Peninsula Pumping
Monday 26/10
16
Following a great winter, Victoria has continue to pump deep into spring.
2026 Rip Curl Pro Portugal: Finals Day
Saturday 24/10
46
"The WSL faced down critics and protocol to hold out for the best surf of the event."
2026 Rip Curl Pro Portugal: Day 4
Friday 23/10
28
"The Artiste, as Paul Evans memorably described her, will not compromise."
2026 Rip Curl Pro Portugal: Day 3
Thursday 22/10
45
"You have to create a storyline, a reason for people to tune in and watch you. No-one else is going to do it for you."
After Tahiti: Is Surfing Facing A Moment Of Reckoning?
Wednesday 21/10
121
Following revelations of serious misconduct, is surfing also having a MeToo moment?
Kneel And Deliver
Tuesday 20/10
21
Kneelos are getting a makeover thanks to grassroots interest and a wild tropical comp.
2026 Rip Curl Pro Portugal: Day 2
Sunday 18/10
63
"Gone was the Californian stoner body language, the bored, over-it vibe she sometimes emanates."
2026 Rip Curl Pro Portugal: Day 1
Saturday 17/10
59
The WSL had "the greatest gift" bestowed on them in the form of 4-5 foot Supertubos.
Ameliaration: Looking For Clues In The Marshall Islands
Friday 16/10
24
Between surf trips, Martin Daly goes searching for Amelia Earhart's plane.
Fast News
Boat Runs Aground At Bawley Point
Thursday 29/10
7
An overnight operation removed the fuel before it broke up.
Queenscliff Win Surftag Series, Freshwater Win Juniors
Tuesday 27/10
The series wraps with Queenscliff taking top honours.
Watch: Tim Bonython // Best Of Cloudbreak
Friday 23/10
9
XL Cloudbreak through the ages, from Conan Hayes to Soli Bailey.
Junior SurfTag Showdown To Decide Series Champion
Thursday 22/10
This weekend, the groms have to step up for their clubs.
Typhoon Champi Steals The Crown
Wednesday 21/10
8
The Eastern Pacific has been getting the attention, but meanwhile out west.
Watch: Liam Turner // Sorted
Tuesday 20/10
15
Living, working, and surfing the Mentawais.
Eastern Pacific Breaks Hurricane Record
Wednesday 14/10
13
Fewer storms, but stronger.
Sierra Kerr And Ryan Kainalo Secure CT Spots
Wednesday 14/10
7
The 2027 Women's CT just got that bit more exciting.
Watch: Kobi Clements // Unwritten
Friday 09/10
15
Only seven minutes long, Unwritten is a physically pummeling clip.
Early Forecast: 2026 Rip Curl Pro Portugal
Thursday 08/10
27
Though still a long way off, the wind and swell pattern is beginning to emerge.
Last Tix To Sydney Screening Of 'Stern Fever'
Thursday 08/10
Grab tickets to the world premiere of 'Stern Fever'.
In the Forums
seeds said:A week ago it was a Palestinian loving lefty nut job for some, within hours of the poor woman’s horrible incident. No one was suggesting…
Politico > Next Federal Election10,836
Politico > Next Federal Election10,836
AlfredWallace said:Seeds. Hi mate. Maybe you need a visit to an Optometrist or even better and Opthalmologist before buying a watch. I’ve seen the latter…
Wax On > Health, fitness and wellbeing801
Wax On > Health, fitness and wellbeing801
AlfredWallace said:Simba. Hi mate hope you’re well. Thank you for the video. Very sad indeed, that most of the birds were originally in captivity and or…
Wax Off > Vids other than surfing thread (cool doccos, movies etc)1,397
Wax Off > Vids other than surfing thread (cool doccos, movies etc)1,397
udo said:Cheap Pieter FishBurger https://www.gumtree.com.au/web/listing/surfing/1345386337
Wax On > ~ Spotted ~ Gumtree ~ Ebay ~ Facey ~ 2,129
Wax On > ~ Spotted ~ Gumtree ~ Ebay ~ Facey ~ 2,129
basesix said:Might be heading to Nagano with daughter in Jan, hope she takes the job, I'd love and excuse to go there. Sanur Diaries has a Java working…
Wax Off > Fresh Tracks & Deep Powder: The ultimate Winter Joy.53
Wax Off > Fresh Tracks & Deep Powder: The ultimate Winter Joy.53
truebluebasher said:Any truth to age old Aussie myth that the (RBA) always hikes interest rates on Melbourne Cup Day! Aussie larrikin's cynical view is that…
Wax Off > Australia - you're standing in it13,825
Wax Off > Australia - you're standing in it13,825
AlfredWallace said:Great photo. A stinking reminder of that bloody pesty Euphorbia paralias Sea Spurge in the foreground that’s ruining coastal floral systems…
Wax On > I heart WOTD5,667
Wax On > I heart WOTD5,667
Supafreak said:I had a nightmare 2 days after the croc scare , I was being attacked and I shoved my green board down its throat . Talking to a guy that…
Wax On > SupaWallace escapades554
Wax On > SupaWallace escapades554
AlfredWallace said:………….there’s still a few nice pricks out there. AW [image] Cirsium vulgare
Wax Off > Show us your photos4,166
Wax Off > Show us your photos4,166
Wave of the day
Steve Arklay
Wave of the Day
Sam Logan floating through a wild end section
Hayden O'Neill
Wave of the Day
Ava Holland showing how it's done
David Thiem
Wave of the Day
Dingo Russell far from human habitation
Dave Otto
Wave of the Day
Mikey Brennan gliding across the cosmos
B K
Wave of the Day
Post-session appreciation
Tim Bonython
Wave of the Day
Unattended and funnelling onto the flats
Andrew Shield
Wave of the Day
Davi Glaser immediately under the hood
Tim Bonython
Wave of the Day
Reconnecting with Josh Garner
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In the Forums
seeds said:A week ago it was a Palestinian loving lefty nut job for some, within hours of the poor woman’s horrible incident. No one was suggesting…
Politico > Next Federal Election10,836
Politico > Next Federal Election10,836
AlfredWallace said:Seeds. Hi mate. Maybe you need a visit to an Optometrist or even better and Opthalmologist before buying a watch. I’ve seen the latter…
Wax On > Health, fitness and wellbeing801
Wax On > Health, fitness and wellbeing801
AlfredWallace said:Simba. Hi mate hope you’re well. Thank you for the video. Very sad indeed, that most of the birds were originally in captivity and or…
Wax Off > Vids other than surfing thread (cool doccos, movies etc)1,397
Wax Off > Vids other than surfing thread (cool doccos, movies etc)1,397
udo said:Cheap Pieter FishBurger https://www.gumtree.com.au/web/listing/surfing/1345386337
Wax On > ~ Spotted ~ Gumtree ~ Ebay ~ Facey ~ 2,129
Wax On > ~ Spotted ~ Gumtree ~ Ebay ~ Facey ~ 2,129
basesix said:Might be heading to Nagano with daughter in Jan, hope she takes the job, I'd love and excuse to go there. Sanur Diaries has a Java working…
Wax Off > Fresh Tracks & Deep Powder: The ultimate Winter Joy.53
Wax Off > Fresh Tracks & Deep Powder: The ultimate Winter Joy.53
truebluebasher said:Any truth to age old Aussie myth that the (RBA) always hikes interest rates on Melbourne Cup Day! Aussie larrikin's cynical view is that…
Wax Off > Australia - you're standing in it13,825
Wax Off > Australia - you're standing in it13,825
AlfredWallace said:Great photo. A stinking reminder of that bloody pesty Euphorbia paralias Sea Spurge in the foreground that’s ruining coastal floral systems…
Wax On > I heart WOTD5,667
Wax On > I heart WOTD5,667
Supafreak said:I had a nightmare 2 days after the croc scare , I was being attacked and I shoved my green board down its throat . Talking to a guy that…
Wax On > SupaWallace escapades554
Wax On > SupaWallace escapades554
AlfredWallace said:………….there’s still a few nice pricks out there. AW [image] Cirsium vulgare
Wax Off > Show us your photos4,166
Wax Off > Show us your photos4,166
Wave of the day
Steve Arklay
Wave of the Day
Sam Logan floating through a wild end section
Hayden O'Neill
Wave of the Day
Ava Holland showing how it's done
David Thiem
Wave of the Day
Dingo Russell far from human habitation
Dave Otto
Wave of the Day
Mikey Brennan gliding across the cosmos
B K
Wave of the Day
Post-session appreciation
Tim Bonython
Wave of the Day
Unattended and funnelling onto the flats
Andrew Shield
Wave of the Day
Davi Glaser immediately under the hood
Tim Bonython
Wave of the Day
Reconnecting with Josh Garner
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