In today’s show Scott and David mark three distinct cornerstones for competitive surfing that all took place this week in Micronesia, identify “approach” as a key judging criteria, lament the roundhouse being lauded as the WSL’s recent high watermark, and advocate for “Big Energy” as true North. Enjoy!

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In today’s show Scott and David attempt to articulate Mamiya’s magic, tease apart artistry vs technical proficiency, officially note a changing of the guard, and come to consensus of the best surfer in 2025. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy! 

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In today’s show Scott and David invest heavily in single-fins, acknowledge the immutable momentum of your foundational first surfs, tease apart the difference between talent and success, and evangelize the virtues of the Yin Yang Twin. Enjoy!

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In today’s show Scott shares one of the most under appreciated Pipe Master’s stories, David pins his title hopes on one long-in-the-tooth surf hero, the Swoosh re-enters the surf space, and Mike Hyson’s influence lives on to inspire a new generation. Enjoy!

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In today’s show the tables turn on Scott for a round of “Who Said That”, the WSL slips into panic mode as their current Champ opts out while Scott identifies a viable “marquee” replacement, and the 11x Champ rises again from ashes to test his half-century old bones against his calcium dense colleagues at Pipe. Enjoy!

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In today’s show Scott and David report on Gabe’s injury and potential replacement, recap the Da Hui Shootout, set picks for Pipe, and celebrate the lives of an industry titan and a North Star for style in and out of the water. Enjoy!

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In today’s show David and Scott take account for the unsung water safety heroes at colossal wave locations, recap the Da Hui Backdoor Shootout, tabulate the total costs of surf tourism, and pay homage to perhaps the most under appreciated surfer of all time. Enjoy!

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In today’s show, Scott and David made their bold predictions for 2025; rookie world champs, AI judging, retirements, Hollywood movies, and more! Here’s to a prosperous new year for all. Enjoy!

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In today’s show David and Scott attempt to wrap their minds around the massive swell that is still pouring through the Pacific while discussing the phenomenal Eddie, historic Mavericks, near flawless Peahi, and how to dodge the local crowd at your home break. Enjoy!

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In today’s show David and Scott recap the (Florence) Pipe Masters and reveal the greatest surf story of 2024, develop a strategy to manifest one’s own will, celebrate the streamer/commentator who won a surf contest, shift focus towards Waimea, and prep for the swell of the winter. Enjoy!

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