Surf News, 18 July, 2012 :  The third day of the Nicaragua ISA World Masters Surfing Championship will begin in 2- to 3-foot waves at Colorado Beach at Hacienda Iguana. Cloudy skies loom over the event site, but the winds remain offshore. The surfers in the water for Repechage 1 are the Men’s Masters is Jon Hanna (PAN), David Lee (JAM) and Hugo Camacho (MEX).

Surf News, 17 July, 2012 : Local boy is looking good far from home in a wetsuit. Body Glove wants to congratulate Ezekiel Lau for winning 1st place in both the Explorer and Open Men’s Championships at the NSSA Nationals. He also took home the AI Award for the Open Men’s Standout performance inspired by Andy Irons.

The superstar Hawaiian dominated the 2012 NSSA Nationals Event bringing home 2 titles. Lau, showing off his power, posted 2 big scores early on in the competition, eventually winning the Open Men’s title and taking home the Huntington Beach Mayor’s Cup. Zeke also took first in the Explorer Men’s giving him the Governors Cup.

In April Albee Layer was surprised with a $100,000 check when he won Taylor Steele's Innersection video contest. One of his bios on a sponsor's website reads: "Laird Hamilton considers himself lucky enough to be Albee Layer's neighbor." That's like getting a reference from Chuck Norris. Given his performance in the highly competitive Innersection contest and what he did during some heady paddle sessions at Jaws this winter, the argument could be made that he's the most prolific kid coming out of Hawaii today.

Matt in mid-rotation © Innersection

Latest Matt video features appearances by Woody Harrelson and Willie Nelson

Surf News, 14 July, 2012 : -Matt Meola is an 'all in' kinda guy. His entry into last year's Innersection contest displayed every color in the surfing spectrum, from intricate aerials to stomach-in-the-throat big wave drops. For his efforts, he was awarded the opening segment in last year's Innersection movie -- an opportunity he made the most of with a few unexpected guest stars who have to be seen to be believed.

Saturday July 14, 2012. Roxy Pro Biarritz, France

 Stephanie Gilmore (AUS), 24, claimed her 5th ASP Women’s World Title today, winning the Roxy Pro Biarritz over Tyler Wright (AUS), 18 in Biarritz, France, today.

Today’s incredible achievement puts the young natural-footer in an elite class of surfers to win five or more ASP World Titles, overtaking records set by Freida Zamba (USA), Wendy Botha (AUS) and Lisa Andersen (USA). The only other two surfers in history to claim five or more titles are Kelly Slater (USA) and Layne Beachley (AUS).

Mahalo for all who came out to help in The Surfrider Foundation & Revolusun Solar's 3rd annual Sandy Beach clean up. Surfrider is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves and beaches. The Oahu Chapter’s mission is to improve water quality, maintain beach and ocean access, and assure responsible development on the island of Oahu.

The drive is happenning now! We ask you to get involved in the Surfrider Foundation here on Oahu. Contact us for details. We sponsor regular beach cleanups and monthly organizational meetings that typically feature guest speakers and social functions. There are also a number of exciting volunteer opportunities if you have time to help.

If your company would like to become a Surfrider partner, please let us know about how you can help us achieve our goals while expanding your business.

Adriano De Souza © Roy Harley

Adriano De Souza edges past Frenchman Joan Duru to take Billabong Pro Jeffreys Bay

 Surf News, 13 July, 2012 :  Jeffreys Bay -- Brazilian surfer Adriano De Souza has won the ASP 6-Star Billabong Pro Jeffreys Bay defeating French surfer Joan Duru in small and difficult conditions in the Final with polished and dynamic surfing.

It was an icy winter day that dawned for the remaining competitors in the Billabong Pro J-Bay today, but with contestable waves running down the point, contest director Luke Egan showed no hesitation in sending the remaining competitors straight out into the water. “We’re going to crown a winner today, weather permitting,” said Egan.

When it comes to surf equipment, the leash is usually an afterthought. To some it’s a tangled, bothersome kook-cord, to others it’s a lifesaver. Regardless of its pros and cons, the leash is 6 feet of cord trailing behind you, and it’s essentially dead weight. Dead weight produces drag, making the leash the only piece of surf equipment not designed to improve performance on a wave. But just how much does a leash affect your surfing? Check out article from Surfer Magazine HERE

The second stop of the 2012 Rip Curl GromSearch surf series proudly presented by H2O Overdrive went off this past Sunday July 8th. 88 frothing competitors were met by 3-5 foot clean off shore conditions at the South Shore of Oahu's grommet hot spot Kewalo Basin. Groms ranging from 16 years old to as young as 7, battled the consistent and rippable A-frame peak for the coveted GromSearch titles.

In the boys 16 and under division, the most seasoned and mature groms of the pack put on an amazing display of above the lip rotating aerials, as well as powerful arcs that threw mountains of spray with the howling wind. In the tightly competitive final heat, which was decided by a 1-point differential, Elijah Gates who was surfing up a division took home the big win! Coming up just short was Kaoli 'The Fylin' Hawaiian' Kahokuloa, who was going huge all event with Dorian Blanchard and Kai Matsumoto finishing 3rd and 4th respectively.

Image Credit: © ASP / Cestari

Phenomenal Surf Continues For Day 3 of The Billabong Pro J-Bay 2012.

John John Florence (pictured), current ASP World Tour #5 advanced into Round 5 of the Billabong Pro JBay at Supertubes, Jeffreys Bay, South Africa today.

In Round 3 Florence defeated Ola Eleogram (HAW), Shaun Joubert (RSA) and Nat Young with one of the mornings highest heat totals, an 18.60 points (out of a possible 20.00).

In Round 5 Florence placed second to Aritz Aranburu (EUK) narrowly defeating Conner Coffin (USA) by 0.16 of a point with a heat total of 15.16 to that of 15.00 set by Coffin and advancing into Round 5 where he will surf against Dale Staples (RSA) when competition resumes tomorrow. Zeke Lau and Sebastien Zeits are also into the top 16!

For more event details go to the event site on GO HERE