Surf Splendor

In today's episode of Surf Splendor, we chat with writer Chas Smith. Author of "Welcome to Paradise, Now Go to Hell", co-founder of BeachGrit.com, friend of Eddie Rothman, enemy of Mick Fanning, Middle East war correspondent, his resume is tapestry of controversy! Gratefully, Chas really engaged in our conversation and offered insight into his past … Continue reading "072 – Chas Smith: Beach Grit!"

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In today's episode of Surf Splendor, we chat with writer Chas Smith. Author of "Welcome to Paradise, Now Go to Hell", co-founder of BeachGrit.com, friend of Eddie Rothman, enemy of Mick Fanning, Middle East war correspondent, his resume is tapestry of controversy! Gratefully, Chas really engaged in our conversation and offered insight into his past work, motivations, and future projects. Enjoy!

Be sure to check BeachGrit.com for breaking surf news and acerbic surf wit!

LINK TO PURCHASE THE BOOK

Here's some background info and spin-off stories regarding Chas Smith's controversary with Mick Fanning. Uncharted Waters: Bigotry in Surfing by Zach Weisberg on TheInertia.com

Link to Chas Smith's Article on Eddie Rothman in Playboy

 

HERE'S A LINK TO AN ARCHIVE OF SMITH'S ARTICLES FOR SURFING MAGAZINE

We started today with the horrendous news about the death of Ricardo dos Santos. David and Scott begin the show processing the tragedy, and then cover the details of the Da Hui Backdoor Shootout, Bruce Irons and Mason Ho's RC car races, Zoltan's kickflips, Kelly's rumored involvement with Firewire, and Miki Dora's personal attack against … Continue reading "071 – Surf News, January 20, 2015"

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We started today with the horrendous news about the death of Ricardo dos Santos. David and Scott begin the show processing the tragedy, and then cover the details of the Da Hui Backdoor Shootout, Bruce Irons and Mason Ho's RC car races, Zoltan's kickflips, Kelly's rumored involvement with Firewire, and Miki Dora's personal attack against David. That's right, huge drama this week in surfing and we get to the bottom of it all. Enjoy!

RIP RICARDO DOS SANTOS

So unbelievably senseless and tragic. Details are still emerging, but StabMag.com is updating their post regularly. LINK HERE

PE'AHI GREEN LIT THEN RED LIT

The WSL officially called it on for tomorrow and then officially called it off. Oh, and Kelly's in the draw! There are still 5 weeks in the waiting period so hopefully see the contest run.

LINK HERE

DA HUI BACKDOOR SHOOTOUT

Congratulations Mason Ho! Surfline did a pretty killer job covering the event. Here's the link to their story. And equally entertaining is the link to Mason's interview on BeachGrit.com

Bruce Irons got a 10 at Backdoor but the webcast camera's missed it! Thankfully, Tyler Rock from Freesurf Magazine was on the beach and had a camera rolling. Here it is.

John John wasn't allowed to surf in the event because it wasn't sanctioned by the WSL, but he got this wave at Off The Wall.

JIMBO PELLEGRINE LOSES HIS ARM!

The world's best heavyweight surfer loses his arm to a passing vehicle! Crazy story. LINK HERE

ZOLTAN'S KICKFLIPS & REINHART'S SHUVIT

A video posted by Aladdin Surf Mag (@aladdinsurfmag) on Jan 19, 2015 at 5:58pm PST

 

MUST-SEE MOMENT

David's Pick: Ryan Burch shredding the Block of Foam.

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God Music from 'The Reef' starring Ryan Burch from Jon Frank on Vimeo.

Scott's Pick: Ricardo dos Santos' acceptance speech when receiving the AI Award.

KOOK

The cowardly Brazilian off-duty military police officer, Luiz Paulo Mota Brentano, who shot and killed Ricardo dos Santos. Brentano and his brother were apprehended by military police following the attack and it’s understood Brentano has a heavy history of brutality. The soldier, stationed in Joinville, had previously had two complaints brought before the Public Prosector’s Office in Santa Catarina over alleged crimes of abuse of authority, bodily injury, threat and home invasion. In both cases he was acquitted over a lack of evidence.

DUKE

This episode originally aired on January 20th, 2014. We're launching the new year with a discussion with surfboard shaper Donald Brink. Donald is renowned for his hand-crafted asymmetrical surfboard designs. In this episode, Donald shares about his youth growing up in South Africa, why he believes nearly all board designs can be improved upon with … Continue reading "070 – A Study in Asymmetry with Donald Brink (Rebroadcast)"

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Dane Reynolds is pregnant. Kelly Slater has a Master's Degree. Gabriel is NOT the first Brazilian surf champ. We uncover some hard truths in the first show of 2015. Enjoy! PIPE MASTERS RECAP Gabriel clinched his world title by making the final. Julian narrowly beat him in the final during a very close final exchange, … Continue reading "069 – Surf News, January 6, 2015"

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This episode originally aired August 26, 2013. From working with Gerry Lopez during the Lightning Bolt era to co-founding one of the 5 major surfwear brands to abandoning the surf industry to practice law, Tom Parrish is one surfing's most mysterious figures. He solidified his legacy with the iconic boards he crafted during the 70's but then disappeared … Continue reading "068 – The Untold Story of Tom Parrish (Rebroadcast)"

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Kassia Meador perfectly melds form and function in surfing. In my visualization of the sport, she represents the ideal style of wave riding. Always charismatically poised, photogenic in every frame, Kassia exudes aesthetic appeal. She grew in Los Angeles, began surfing at Malibu as a young teenager and her surf career has allowed her to travel … Continue reading "067 – Kassia Meador: KASSIA + SURF"

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With 5 consecutive lay days at the Pipe Masters, David & Scott take the opportunity to dissect the controversial trials event, rounds 1 & 2, and the unbelievable free surf session that took place 10 minutes after they called off the event. Tons of drama has unfolded, some featuring Bruce Irons, Jamie O'Brien, Pancho Sullivan, … Continue reading "066 – Mid Pipe Masters Analysis"

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Humble, ambitious, persistent, and still charging big waves in his early sixties, few people are more qualified to give insight into competitive big-wave surfing than Gary Linden. In today's episode of Surf Splendor, Gary talks about his early days helping pioneer Todos Santos, spending decades building surfboards, judging on the ASP, and orchestrating the advent … Continue reading "065 – Gary Linden: The Big Wave World Tour"

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