Do cold, winter waves really pack more punch than warm, summer ones, or does it just seem that way? It's a question you may have heard bounded around by surfers who swear cold waves are ...

Following a recent surf session on a bright, clean, chilly morning on Vancouver Island, Canada, air 39°, water 48°, I’ve finally come to the conclusion that I don’t like surfing in cold water — and ...

Ben Gravy has spent the last decade or so on a mission. A few missions, really, but they can all be lumped into one larger mission: to have as much fun as possible while pushing his limits. In his ...

While surfing is generally considered a warm water sport, temperature need not dictate your enjoyment of the ocean. In fact, if you can brave the elements encased in rubber, you’d stand a much better ...

Just in time for your next trip, Square One is Surfline’s travel-hacks column by the enviably well-traveled Beau Flemister. Have any of your own hacks or questions? Premium members can leave ’em below ...

Despite its cold ocean water, the Bay Area played a big role in the invention of the wetsuit. Ocean Beach surfers and a UC ...

SANTA CRUZ — Some of the best surfers in the world, including another strong local contingent, will take on iconic surf break Steamer Lane in the 2023 O’Neill Cold Water Classic. The competition ...

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