Experiences labelled with 'Surf'
Located in the small town of Teahupoo off the south-east side of Tahiti Island, is the worlds largest wave machine. This locale ranks the top of an experienced surfers must ride list and is only recommended for those who are in peak physical condition and highly capable, or alternatively looking for a glorified closeout. Home to the Billabong Pro Surf competition part of the World Championship Tour, the swells here get as large as 12ft. A 15 minute paddle from shore, surfers will face the some of the most powerful waves on the earth, this is due to the swells moving from a gently sloped bottom which get launched forward by a reef break. Majority of the waves are left breaking, but along the outer ...
Gusts of cold air blustering in the winter signals to most a reason to curl up by a toasty fire, but to a select few these chilly conditions lure them to the Lake. To a typical person the thought of spending unnecessary time outside in -20°C weather is absolutely ridiculous, but to snow storm surfers the gustier the gales the better. On these cold days when conditions are right, an adventurous few can be found along the shores of Lake Superior covered from head to toe in a 6 millimeter thick neoprene wet suit, exposed pink faces coated with petroleum jelly to protect against the biting cold. These die hard surfers enjoy fresh water waves up to 20 feet in blizzard conditions that brew across ...
New Zealand is a country famous for its beaches, laid-back surf culture, and natural beauty. Often, this can all be found at one place, such is the case with the west coast beaches resting on the Tasman Sea 30 km outside Auckland: the country’s largest city. Whether it is to swim, surf, or simply to take in the majestic view, Piha Beach and its surrounding are some of the most magnificent in the country. Piha Beach has a beautiful black sand beach located on the west coast of New Zealand’s North Island. Its proximity to Auckland ensures that Piha Beach is always packed, especially in the summer season, attracting travellers and Aucklanders alike. Aside from the tourists, there is a small surf community in Piha ...
