VIA – THE SUN Photo: Sex bomb … the word bikini is named after nuclear test site in the Pacific How did bikini get its bizarre name? It is atoll story By MARTIN PHILLIPS Published: Today WANT to know what’s really behind a bikini? Or why we say bluetooth? New book Harvey Wallbangers And Tam … Continue reading How did bikini get its bizarre name? It is atoll story
Category Archives: USA
Kelly Slater – NY TIMES
VIA – NY TIMES Kelly Slater By KATE MURPHY Published: December 3, 2011 Kelly Slater is a professional surfer who recently won his 11th world title. At 39, he has won more major competitions and prize money than any surfer in history. Over his 20-year career, he has been the sport’s youngest and oldest champion. … Continue reading Kelly Slater – NY TIMES
'Soul Surfer' a truly inspiring story
VIA – TIMES TRANSCRIPT ‘Soul Surfer’ a truly inspiring story Published Saturday December 3rd, 2011 BY JANA GILES TIMES & TRANSCRIPT So, I finally watched the film Soul Surfer during our school’s Mystery Movie in support of Christmas Daddies. Comparing the book and the movie, for once I can’t just simply say that the book … Continue reading 'Soul Surfer' a truly inspiring story
The Go Big Project Announces Sal Masekela To Narrate "RUFFO" @SalMasekela
VIA- SHOOT ONLINE The Go Big Project Announces Sal Masekela To Narrate “RUFFO” Publicity Release Posted: December 03, 2011 00:05:52 EST A Documentary Film, About Surfing Legend Anthony Ruffo, To Premier In 2012 Santa Cruz, CA & HOLLYWOOD, December 02, 2011 | SHOOT Publicity Wire | — Action sports host Sal Masekela will narrate the … Continue reading The Go Big Project Announces Sal Masekela To Narrate "RUFFO" @SalMasekela
Former pro surfer on road to rehabilitation
Surfed with Joey many times over the years, hope he’s able to get stable… VIA – OC REGISTER Former pro surfer on road to rehabilitation Joey Hawkins of Huntington Beach shares the story of his downfall and recovery. | “Like” Huntington Beach Wave on Facebook to see more news, photos and conversation. Joey Hawkins riding … Continue reading Former pro surfer on road to rehabilitation
South Bay Surf Series to Kick Off
VIA – HERMOSA BEACH PATCH Ridin’ Hermosa Beach waves: This surfer ducks for cover and prepares to get a barrel ride in Hermosa Beach on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2011. Credit Marcus Bockman South Bay Surf Series to Kick Off The first event in this year’s South Bay Surf Series is set for Sunday next door … Continue reading South Bay Surf Series to Kick Off
VIDEO: Welcome to the dark side of surfing
TRON? VIA – THE DAILY TELEGRAPH Welcome to the dark side of surfing Henry Budd The Daily Telegraph December 02, 2011 12:00AM HOW do you catch a wave you can’t see? That was the conundrum which faced 20 surfers who took to the surf in the dark at Bondi this week. Dressed in neon bodysuits, … Continue reading VIDEO: Welcome to the dark side of surfing
Random Posts on USA
Aerosmith – Steven Tyler goes SUPing shows off his killer moobs in Hawaii!
Snowboarder Saved by Avalanche Airbag
VIA – TECHNOLOGY GATHER Snowboarder Saved by Avalanche Airbag February 06, 2012 11:15 AM EST The “Avalanche Airbag” recently saved the life of professional snowboarder Meesh Hytner. Hytner was boarding in the backcountry near Montezuma, Colorado while participating in a competition when a Class 3 avalanche struck. According to the Avalanche Center, a Class 3 … Continue reading Snowboarder Saved by Avalanche Airbag
High-Surf ADVISORY for Maui and Molokai #SurfReport – 18' Surf expected!
Tropical storm could bring 'very dangerous' surf to L.A. beaches – LOS ANGELES TIMES #SURFREPORT
Surf Culture on Wheels Doheny Wood Car Show Set for April 14
Lake Tahoe: First storm of the season could come Tuesday – #SurfReport
Country singer Luke Bryan Injured In Skateboarding Accident
Hawaii Surfers Surfing Past 60
VIDEO: Great White Shark Spotted Off Coast Of La Jolla
VIA – 10 NEWS Great White Shark Spotted Off Coast Of La Jolla Passengers On New Seaforth Sports Fishing Boat Spotted Shark A Mile Off Children’s Pool POSTED: 6:29 pm PDT October 3, 2011 UPDATED: 7:36 pm PDT October 3, 2011 SAN DIEGO — Passengers on a sports fishing boat got more than they bargained … Continue reading VIDEO: Great White Shark Spotted Off Coast Of La Jolla