Since 1965, the Windandsea Menehune Surf Competition has stood as a cherished tradition in Southern California surf culture. Created to encourage and support the next generation of surfers, the contest has long been a launchpad for young talent destined to carry on the sport’s treasured legacy.

Using specialized equipment or techniques—whether seated, standing, or prone—para surfers compete at all levels and redefine what’s possible in the water.

I had the rare opportunity to visit Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch in Lemoore with Sauce Basics and JS Surfboards—on a private jet, no less—alongside some serious surfing talent.

Wave pools are a luxury. Let’s just get that out of the way. Like snow sports, there is a barrier to entry but if you can afford it, wave pools are fun!

Once a novelty, wave pools are now a real option for surfers looking for consistency, accessibility, and variety.

Duran Barr & Crew To surf is to feel, a blessing no surfer can deny. The ones that choose to devote their time teaching this blessing are...