On Style
Scaling up: Treating heavy waves like head-high Lowers.
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Contents
If a Wave Breaks in the Woods
Was it really better yesterday if no one was there to surf it?
Portals to the Sea
Discussing dreaming in waves—sonic and oceanic—with Interpol frontman Paul Banks.
Pretty to Think So
At Zarautz, professional surfing hoisted the freak flag. Few remember the waves. Few have forgotten the mayhem.
Golden Handcuffs
While a tragic virus sweeps the planet, a Spanish couple finds themselves marooned off the Sumatran coast. There were waves—and a takeaway of humble appreciation.
Touching the Monolith
Shapers talk their tools.
The Clouds Conceal the Volcano
Dane Kealoha seemed destined to become Hawaii’s first pro-tour champion. The system had other plans.
On the Bubble
Detailing wave energy and tube exit strategies.
The Solution Is (Still) Beautiful
From high fashion to surf concept shoots, Richard Freeman always has the flash charged.
Inlets of the Mind
Meet Cocoa Beach’s Bruce Reynolds.
Backsliding
Further refinements from the long-thinking cast of Yi-Wo, Thomas Campbell’s upcoming film.
Drift Driving
Revisiting the oceanic origin and enduring relevance of The Antlers’ Undersea on the EP’s tenth birthday.
The Whole Gestalt
Dr. Marty Sugarman, 1947–2021.
The Carpool
Recollecting what was forgotten on the way home from Rincon.
