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REVIEW OF THE WEEK
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  • THE SEA LIFE | PHOTO ANNUAL [20.Nov.2009] Category: Surf books

    Matty Johnson of The Sea Life has just released his debut photo annual. With some amazing shots of the Cronullafornia lifestyle, along with a mixed bag from around the east coast, it's a damn fine looking book.

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  • THE CRITICAL SLIDE SOCIETY 2010 | PART 2 [19.Nov.2009] Category: Surf clothing

    The second drop of threads from The Critical Slide Society. We dropped a few back a few weeks ago, and here's the second scoop. Check out a few of our favourite threads from the range after the jump.

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  • WATERMAN [16.Nov.2009] Category: Surf film

    Each surfer tells their own unique story of how they got into surfing and what surfing means to them. As you'll see from the guys on the boat, each surfer has been influential on the surfing world. From the days where Lopez pioneered Hawaii and really opened up the world of surfing...

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  • RIP CURL TRESTLES OCEANSEARCH [09.Nov.2009] Category: Surf watches

    The Rip Curl 'Trestles Oceansearch' is definitely one of the best tide watches I've reviewed to date based on look, design and ease of use. While you might not use the ATS and Spot X functions daily, they are a great tool when travelling. You can now have very accurate tide data for ANY beach around...

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  • VALLA SURFBOARDS X TCSS [16.Nov.2009] Category: Surfboard

    When two creative groups meet awesome things happen. Sage Joske creates beautiful surf crafts, The Critical Slide Society create dope threads, together they've made a sweet fish quiver that has you frothing for more. It's art, it's functional and it's awesome.

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  • HIPPY TREE CAPS [09.Nov.2009] Category: Surf clothing

    HippyTree today is a surf and climbing based, eco-conscious label that designs, manufactures and distributes superior goods to open-minded individuals. From apparel to provocative print media, HippyTree challenges the industry standard in design and communication by exploring new possibilities in th...

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  • WAXY WAX [01.Oct.2009] Category: Surfboard wax

    Waxy Wax is a new name in the Aussie surf market that is a coloured wax. Waxy started in 2008 in Seal Beach California where local surfer Gary McFadden discovered the secret non-stain formula. Now you can give your board that extra flare and bling while still keeping that much needed stick.

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  • WAXY WAX [20.Aug.2009] Category: Surfboard wax

    Looking for a way to have your board looking different every few weeks? Waxy Wax is a company that has multiple coloured waxes that allow you to let your freakish mind take control and add a little funk to your board everytime you wax up.

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  • JUST ADD WATER | TRAILER [18.Nov.2009]

    Have you ever loved something to the point that it becomes what you live for? Meet Clay Marzo whose passion for surfing is so pure it defies description. Take a visually stunning and emotionally powerful journey through his life. See Clay literally come alive in the ocean as he destroys the waves of...

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  • OCTOBER DIARIES [17.Nov.2009]

    Another rad clip by Tim Wreyford showcasing the northern beaches of Sydney lighting up during the month of October. With a few crew: Tom Carroll, Toby Martin, Ben Short, Mitch Crews, Chris Salisbury, Dylan Cram and a few others throwing down some great surfing. An awesome edit by Tim Wreyford.

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  • THE BUDGIE BOY [18.Nov.2009]

    Dana Kunze goes for his 7th world record performing a 172 Foot High Dive. The dude is pretty funny, has a southern accent and wears budgie smugglers. Dana is dope. We love this guy. Give him a board and invite into The Eddie.

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  • SHREDTOWN [17.Nov.2009]

    Dooods are c-r-a-z-y. A sick edit of cable wake crew tearing it up through the US, finding nooks and crannies wherever they are. Mixed with a dope sound track this is a dope clip worth every 8minutes. Check eeet!

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  • FRIDAY FOX | ALESSANDRA AMBROSIO [20.Nov.2009]

    Alessandra Corine Ambrósio is one of Brazil's top exports. Described by Tyra Banks as "The future of the modeling world", she is best known for her work with Victoria's Secret and was chosen as their first spokesmodel for Victoria's Secret PINK line. Need I say more?

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  • THE LEGEND OF BOXTON SQUARE [18.Nov.2009]

    This is Etnies entry into the Transworld Skate & Create contest that is insane. A very creative piece that will have you mesmerized from start to finish trying to work out where this crazy world starts and ends. Some unbelievable skating as well. These boys have mad skillz on the decks.

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  • THE EDDIE [17.Nov.2009]

    The 2009-10 Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau, better known as 'The Eddie' has officially opened and awaiting swell to come through and kick the event off. This year they celebrate their quarter century anniversary, where they will celebrate perpetuating Aikau's life, legacy and spirit.

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  • DANNY MACASKILL [04.Nov.2009]

    Filmed over the period of a few months in and around Edinburgh by Dave Sowerby, this video of Inspired Bicycles team rider Danny MacAskill features probably the best collection of street/street trials riding ever seen. This guy is in a league of his own. BOOM!

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Expose Guide
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  • ROAD TRIPPIN' [12.Aug.2009]

    I'll take you on a bit of a tour of what's on offer through the WA landscape we call home. As you've seen, the mesurf team have teased you with a taste of the sweet life of the West Oz crew through some of their vids. So, grab a good mate or two, strap yourselves in, and let's get this show on the r...

  • TORQUAY: THE LITTLE SURF TOWN THAT COULD [14.Jul.2009]

    In the beginning, there was sand. And reeds, a creek mouth, yellow sandstone cliffs. Then came the graziers and the fishermen, toiling unremarkably. Gradually the holidaymakers trickled in. A handful arrived from Melbourne, surfed the beaches, left, and returned. They had ideas; they became the comm...

  • LIFE AS LEN [10.Nov.2009]

    Len Dibben is a legend and world renown shaper who resides in West Oz. Len is no new hat to the world of surf, having started hi surfing addiction back in 1958 on a balsa/fiberglass 9’6. Not long after his initiation with the Scarborough Beach he snapped his board in half. Not really knowing much be...

  • THE LIFE OF A MISFIT [25.Oct.2009]

    Living on the northern beaches of Sydney we're blessed to be surrounded by some of Australia's best shapers. One such shaper is Dave Howell of Misfit shapes. Dave loves life, loves surfing and above all loves shaping. A young inspired and motivated individual, Dave spends countless hours refining hi...

  • LIFE, ART & SURFING WITH MATT O'BRIEN [16.Sep.2009]

    Matt O'brien won the Little Weeds Photographer competition and it didn't take us long to see why. His images captivate the world of surf in a very artistic way. With a super creative eye this kid is going places and he'll be pushing his skills to new limits over the coming years. We got to catch up ...

  • CLARE PLUECKHAHN AND HER HOT SHOTS [27.Aug.2009]

    It's not often you see a gorgeous female photographer out in the line-up shooting the male dominated sport of surf which is very unfortunate! There are a few of these special gems around the traps and we were lucky enough to catch up with one. Clare Plueckhahn is a lovely young lady from Victoria wh...

  • TIME WITH TAAFFE [01.Nov.2009]

    Luke Taaffe is an artist that loves surfing as much as life itself. With a unique creative style described by Luke as... "It's like pitching a tent on a remote beach surrounded by perfect waves with a beautiful girl and waking up in the morning and thinking Farrrrk…how did I get here."

  • THE ARTISTIC LIFE OF PATRICK PARKER [27.Sep.2009]

    To me, art is the gateway between reality and dreams. When I look at a piece of art, I am transported from my current state of being to the place or thing the artist has depicted. Sometimes, the way the paint strokes are applied, how it's composed, or which colors dominate the image, I feel warm, sa...

  • WATCH THIS SPACE | CIRCULATE [17.Nov.2009]

    A trio out of California, CIRCULATE are on the pulse. The work that I've viewed so far is catching, fresh and you leave wanting more. Intrigued to learn more about these guys and bring their amazing work to light for mesurf readers, I tracked them down and had a chat with the boys.

  • ROCKIN' WITH 1000 NEEDLES IN RED [27.Oct.2009]

    I met Trizo a few months back and got chatting about surfing, moto riding and music. Over the course of a thousand beers Trizo dropped that he and a few crew (Clint Boge from Butterfly Effect & Lee Molony from Diezel) were teaming up to form a sick new band called 'Thousand Needles In Red'.

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Much the same as yesterday with a small 1-2ft ENE windswell and light N'ly winds that will shift N/NE throughout the day. If you're desperate for a paddle try the corner pockets of Sunshine, Yaroomba, Kawana and Kings. Check the latest Coastalwatch forecast.