Apologies for the late upload, but we're breaking massive news on this episode of The Drop, as one of the greatest surfers of all time will take a step back from the tour in 2024. Listen in to find out who.

Which Multi World Champ Is Leaving The Tour?

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Paul Evans seems to think so, and he's got a compelling argument to support his point. After covering this week's news with Mikey and Buck, Stace G hops on to give some tips and picks for the first event of the 2024 Challenger Series. Oh yeah, and Kelly's out of retirement (kind of)!

Is The Cut Our Fault?

Fresh off the plane from West Oz, Stacey G joins Mikey C to discuss the now-concluded Maragret River Pro, including the mid-year cut, contentious judging calls, the men's and women's finals, and Stace's teary-eyed "not" retirement interview.

John's 2 Mistakes @ Margies

This week, we chat with Sir Paul Evans about his incredible if loquacious take on Kelly Slater's retirement, and what he learned while researching the accidental novella. Later, Buck joins us to discuss the origins of Budweiser, and finally Chippa Wilson discusses one of the most hair-raising experiences he had while filming for 'Zipper'.

Why Kelly Can't Say The 'R' Word

Mikey C makes his return to the pod, just in time to cover: a new surf film with Chippa Wilson and friends, a (mostly) positive surf industry/sponsorship update, our exclusive interview with World #2 Ethan Ewing, a new Stab Edit of the year entry and more.

Rip Curl Takes Another Huge Swing

Joining Stacey G in the booth this week to break down the upcoming Margaret River Pro is none other than Mr Shane Dorian.

Topics include
Why Hawaiians are so dominant at the Margaret River Main Break & the box?
Advice for upcoming professional surfers
Who are Shanes underdogs & favourites?
The current state of women surfing?

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Which Multi World Champ Is Leaving The Tour?

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