Author Archives: Gary Kewley
O’BRIEN ON FIRE IN THE BARREL WILL BLOW YOUR MIND
Teahupo’o, Tahiti – (July 23, 2015) — It’s easy to see how Jamie O’Brien became known as one of surfing’s most entertaining figures. He’s a barrel-riding master, …Read More »
FCS II system won the awards trifecta
Surf News Network, 22 July, 2015. Following the SBIA Awards held recently on the Gold Coast…International announces the FCS II system has won! “We’re extremely proud …Read More »
#TOURNOTES: JBAY REACTIONS
” Mick and Julian…hats off man, hats off” “I said ‘shi… online” Potter “That’s next level” Bourez
Mick and Julian: mass media press conference
“I’m just lucky I have really good people around me” Fanning “At first I was frozen…Mick was looking at me…big old fish popped up behind …Read More »
’01 World Champ CJ Hobgood to be inducted into the Surfers’ Hall of Fame
Pic: CJ Hobgood © MKM/Tom Servais For nearly two decades CJ has been on the World Tour Surf News Network, 20 July, 2015. Huntington Beach – Former …Read More »
Moloka’i-2-O’ahu Paddleboard World Champs Sunday
Pic: 2014 event © Moloka’i-2-O’ahu Moloka’i-2-O’ahu Paddleboard World Championships expecting regular trades with big south swell. Surf News Network, 20 July, 2015. For nearly 20 years the …Read More »
The J-Bay Open Final cancelled after three-time WSL Champion Mick Fanning was attacked by a shark.
Formal WSL update + new ratings JEFFREYS BAY, South Africa (Sunday, July 19, 2015) – The J-Bay Open, Stop No. 6 on the 2015 Samsung …Read More »
Amazing Surreal moment in Surfing History.
Mick Fanning gets attacked by a shark while in the line-up during the J-Bay Open Final. “I just cant believe it, I’m just tripping out” …Read More »
ROUND 4 COMPLETE, STAGE SET FOR THRILLING FINALS DAY AT J-BAY OPEN
Alejo Muniz (BRA) posted the day’s highest single-wave score and heat total to earn his place in the Quarterfinals that has to go tonight HI Time. …Read More »
Aloha and Welcome to the New SNN!
First off, we want to thank you for your awesome support over the years. This is our home, where we started. You’ve helped make SNN …Read More »
Classic times, classic stuff
“It’s here today! Saturday the 18th, McClain’s Ultimate Attic Auction House, hosting the first auction since 2011 featuring Vintage Surf Boards, Memorabilia, and Hawaiianna. 10:00am, …Read More »
Ride Teahupoo, Pipe, Wedge… on new mobile game
“The Journey” makes it simple to travel the world & ride nsanely perfect waves Surf News Network, July, 2015. San Diego – After a year of development, YouRiding …Read More »
Get your entries in for the Biggest year ever!
The annual Duke’s OceanFest features a variety of ocean sports that were close to Duke Kahanamoku’s heart, including Longboard Surfing, Paddleboard Racing, Swimming, Tandem Surfing, …Read More »
Nearly 100 gather for the Rip Curl Grom Search at Kewalo Basin
Stop #2 event winners © Rip Curl/Willy Edwards GromSearch Stop #2 Rip Curl GromSearch Series Kewalos, Oahu Hawaii 11 – 12 July 2015 McHale Dominates …Read More »
Laird Hamilton & Gabby Reece bare it all for ESPN Body Issue
Don’t worry or let your imagination get the best of you. It’s classy and good promotion for ESPN & an amazing couple. Hats (and more) …Read More »
National Geographic Live – Greg Long
One of surfing’s most articulate riders…hitting mainstream media “The ocean is an unpredictable environment, and there are extreme consequences should you be caught off guard.” …Read More »
Ty Simpson Kane Surfing
You’ll feel better in less than 5 minutes Published on Apr 27, 2015 New Video #Maui #SuperGrom Ty Simpson Kane Cruzing & Surfing Home Grounds. …Read More »
WORLD’S BEST RIP THROUGH DAY 2, ROUND 3 AT J-BAY OPEN
Reigning WSL Champion Gabriel Medina (BRA) is back and posted the highest two-wave heat total of the competition in Round 3 today, a near perfect …Read More »
BLISTERING PERFORMANCES & SHOCK UPSETS DAY2 AT J-BAY OPEN
Two-time event winner Joel Parkinson (AUS) netted both the day’s highest single-wave score, 9.77, and two-wave heat total, 18.84. Image: WSL / Cestari Location: Jeffreys …Read More »
Slater’s Brand announces launch for this week
Kelly Slater © Outerknown Surf News Network, 8 July, 2015 – Surf industry voyeurs and fans alike will get to see Kelly Slater’s much-speculated on brand Outerknown when …Read More »