Surf Splendor

David and Scott discuss the Rio Pro pandemonium, the $20 million StabMag purchase, Banting dethroning Slater, why Filipe is greater than Kolohe, oil spilling kooks, Spindle Flipping dukes, and a surf photographer’s Ted Talk. Put your ear buds in, we’re coming in hot. Enjoy! BROTHER It’s available for free on WhatYouth.com for the next until … Continue reading "090 – Surf News, May 26, 2015" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From creating the professional surfing tour to traveling the globe and being the very first surfer at some of the best surf spots in the world, Randy Rarick is one of few people who has contributed back to surfing as much as he has received. In today’s environment where nearly every moment of a professional surfer’s … Continue reading "089 – Randy Rarick" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here’s a bonus sized episode for you. We cover the WSL’s bid for the Maverick’s permit, the massive Puerto Escondido swell, bid a fond farewell to brother Barney, discuss opening day in Rio, take a Stab in the Dark, call out Dukes and Kooks, and learn about A Fisherman’s Son! As if that’s not enough show … Continue reading "088 – Surf News, May 12, 2015 and Dr. Rey Banatao" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode we discuss the Bonzer design, the role that it’s played in surfing, and the surf world’s quirky social dynamics that sometimes push and often impede board design evolution. The Bonzer is the first truly functional, high-performance three finned surfboard design, and the Campbell Brothers introduced it a full decade prior to the … Continue reading "087 – Malcolm Campbell and The Bonzer" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s show David and Scott recap the Western Australian leg of the Tour, discuss man-scaping with Kelly and Gabe, 65 year old’s getting pitched over the falls at Puerto, and proper parenting techniques coming out of Baltimore. Oh yeah, Duke’s and Kook’s, Must-See Moments and much more. Enjoy! THE BILLABONG CHALLENGE As listener Dean … Continue reading "086 – Surf News, April 28, 2015" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the past 4 decades, Santa Cruz’s Richard Schmidt has quietly helped define the surfing culture of this small but important surf town. In today’s episode we discuss Richard’s rise to big wave icon status; from pioneering Puerto Escondido, to surfing in the Eddie, and operating one of the longest running surf schools in the … Continue reading "085 – Richard Schmidt" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We open today’s show discussing a couple insightful emails from listeners who know much more about our show topics than we do (no sarcasm intended!). We also analyze the WSL going into what looks to be a phenomenal forecast at Margaret River and coming off of two lackluster events. We’re thrilled to announce the addition of … Continue reading "084 – Surf News, April 14, 2015" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just a quick recap of our Fantasy clubhouse after Bells Beach and before Margaret River. Make sure to secure your team and place your wager before April 15th (Western Australian time). All wagers received after the 15th will be applied to the next event. Participation in our clubhouse is free. To participate go to FantasySurfer.com, click … Continue reading "083 – Fantasy Surfer Update: Post Bells, Pre Margs" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode of Surf Splendor David speaks with Matuse Wetsuit’s CEO John V. Campbell about what it takes to launch a small business, the necessity of authenticity in branding, and how to navigate growth while honoring your core values. Visit Matuse.com to learn more about their incredible wetsuits. ABOUT GEOPRENE from Matuse Inc. on Vimeo. Here … Continue reading "082 – Matuse CEO, John V. Campbell" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CEO’s are getting clipped. Sharks are getting jumped. South African’s backhand the BWWT. The NY Times chimes in on the Brazilian Storm. Kelly invests in yet another business venture and Playmates are hosting surf trips! Not to mention we’ve got Dukes, Kooks, Must-See Moments and oh so much more! Dive in! The water’s warm. KELLY’S BUSINESS VENTURES … Continue reading "081 – Surf News, March 31, 2015" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices