Surf Splendor

In today’s show David finds transcendence through sand drawing, Chas becomes a podcast listener, and the boys gauge the value of a surf coach, campaign for equality for kneeboarders, and advise for how best to approach a pro in the wild. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf and WeekendVans.com Sponsor: LinkedIn.com/surf Sponsor: RocketMoney.com/surf JIM DENEVAN AND OUTSTANDING IN THE F...

Craftsman Josh Martin joins us to discuss inventing the Shark Board, why people morph into looking like their dog, how ancient materials may be the future of board building, constructing a camper out of surfboard material, and making a living as an Instagram Influencer. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com  Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented by: VAERWatches.com/surfsplendor Partner: WaterwaysTr...

In today’s show Scott and David marvel at perhaps the greatest surf discovery of the decade, relive the moment in surfing where everything went hi-pro, isolate the single wave wherein female surfing hit it’s simultaneous highest and lowest point, and HB solidifies its place as a fundamentalist fighting ground. Enjoy! Partners: Driftline.co promo code SPIT Partners: WaterwaysTravel.com, … Continue...

In today’s Mother’s Day celebration episode David and Chas search for Filipe in the weeks leading into Teahupo’o, discover the fallacy eternal youth, learn from Laird how to stand up to bullies, and explain why you should be a worse spouse. Plus Barrel or Nah? Enjoy! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf and WeekendVans.com Sponsor: LinkedIn.com/surf Sponsor: RocketMoney.com/surf SHOW NOTES TO COME   … Cont...

Jersey native Sam Hammer joins us to discuss how losing in contests led to a pro surf career, how seeds of relationships can birth enduring paychecks, how cold water has been his gateway to longevity, and the power of under-exertion. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com  Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented by: VAERWatches.com/surfsplendor Partner: Driftline.co promo code SPIT Partner: DrinkAG1.c...

In today’s show Scott reveals the unexpected and totally welcome return of print and the boys celebrate unsung legends from the big wave world, mourn the latest barbaric brutality in Baja, and marvel at the latest misstep at The League. Enjoy! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf Partners: Driftline.co promo code SPIT Partners: ColbyPlus.com Partners: REALWatersports.com Partners: Treeswax.com Sponsor: Lin...

In today’s show FISHER gives the WSL the shaft (and balls) while the boys explain why surfing’s best pundits are kooks, search for pro surfings first “out” male, then Chas picks a fight with one of the world’s most notable shapers and David reveals a secret that may have him officially cancelled. Plus Barrel or … Continue reading "266 – The Grit! May 3, 2024" The post 266 – The Grit! May 3, 2024 a...

The Australian Surfing Hall of Famer joins us to discuss how riding a wooden fence picket led to a surfboard revolution, how cosmic design rights all injustice, why you’re riding the wrong fins, and the creative growth that is unlocked by killing the ego. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com  Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented by: VAERWatches.com/surfsplendor Partner: Driftline.co promo code SP...

In today’s show Kelly’s hip returns to peak performance and he uses twin scalpels to showcase the limitations of the judges, Barton reveals the pugilistic end to his partying, David and Scott sign a petition to GOAT to the Olympics and discover why humility is the path to progress. Enjoy! Partners: Driftline.co promo code SPIT … Continue reading "355 – Spit! May 1, 2024" The post 355 – Spit! May 1...

In today’s show David and Chas chart the best board for your body type, explain why the Rider Is Always Right, warn of the financial perils of pitaya in paradise, reveal the one word that will ruin your sex life, and map the precise age you should spawn offspring. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf … Continue reading "265 – The Grit! April 26, 2024" The post 265 – The Grit! Ap...

Mr. Sunset opens up about the anxieties of wartime during the Vietnam draft, eating a tablecloth (literally) to earn the license for Quiksilver, the value of ignorance, earning and losing a small fortune, conquering a 30 year substance addiction, and positioning himself to surf into 100 years of age. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com  Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented … Continue reading "51...

In today’s show, Scott and David unpack how Marg’s has morphed into a progressive wave, verify Kelly’s road to requalification in 2025, map a path toward surfboard sustainability, and question how the poster boy for surf corps has become the rebellion leader. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy. Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf, ColbyPlus.com,  REALWatersports.com, Treeswax.com Sponsor: LinkedIn.com/surf Spons...

In today’s “Surf Past Your Prime” themed episode, the boys advise on how to get your first barrel in your 50s, question why Kelly’s closest friend’s are forcing him to retire, explain the perils of a one wave session, and finally discover whether it’s harder to be a surfer or a swinger. Plus Barrel or … Continue reading "264 – The Grit! April 19, 2024" The post 264 – The Grit! April 19, 2024 appea...

In today’s show Scott and David reflect on El Salvador, take wagers on the WSL’s new CEO’s longevity,  reminisce about each of their first memories of Kelly, suggest how he should use his retirement, and identify precisely when to let go prior to getting dragged. Enjoy! Partners: WaterwaysTravel.com, SurfNVS.com, REALWatersports.com, Treeswax.com Sponsor: LinkedIn.com/surf Sponsor: FactorMeals.com...

Maui laminator Nic Timpone joins us to discuss the weight and privilege of continuing a five decade legacy of board building, how incremental improvements in sustainable materials net meaningful change, the fallacy of Instagram virality, and why he’ll be ditching his board henceforth. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com promo code SPLENDOR15 Presented by: REALWatersports.com Presented by: VAERWatches.c...

In today’s episode David discovers that yes, surfing is easy, but it’s a lot of work, Chas musters the energy to get the new WSL CEO fired, and the boys discuss the cost of Kelly’s greatness, the lion who tamed the Wolf Pack, the next big trend in surf fashion, and how to ruin an … Continue reading "263 – The Grit! April 12, 2024" The post 263 – The Grit! April 12, 2024 appeared first on Surf Sple...

Live from El Salvador! David and Scott recap their sessions, their boards, the waves, devise how to shred into their 60s and then discuss Kelly’s remorseful interview with TVC, make Marg’s picks, and celebrate Steph’s first board purchase post-Tour. Enjoy! Partners: SurfNVS.com Partners: ColbyPlus.com Partners: REALWatersports.com Partners:Treeswax.com Sponsor: SquareSpace.com/surf Sponsor: Factor...

Professional surfer, author, ecofeminist, mother, Lauren Hill joins us to discuss how a commitment to curiosity has resulted in an unlikely surf career, an even less likely life as a farmer, and the cosmic premonition that inspired her to move across the world in a quest to stay centered. Enjoy! (Originally aired September 2020) Presented … Continue reading "508 – Lauren L. Hill" The post 508 – La...

Pro surfer turned shaper, Shane Stoneman discusses the immeasurable influence environment plays in one’s work and well-being, the restorative virtues of painting, music as a conduit to connect with his children, and how to mitigate the physical trauma of shaping surfboards. Enjoy! Presented by: Roark.com, REALWatersports.com, VAERWatches.com Sponsor: DrinkAG1.com/surf Sponsor: SquareSpace.com/surf...

In today’s episode Chas dives shallow into ELO’s public diary, David discovers truths about why Mormon’s aren’t dominating pro surfing, they then discover why public shaming is the tough road to success, and explain why hangovers only happen to losers. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf and VAERWatches.com Sponsor: RocketMoney.com/surf Sponsor: FactorMeals.com/surf50 Sponsor: ...

In today’s episode the boys wax poetic on the psyche of Gabe Medina and decode his vulnerabilities to make predictions for the midyear cut, temper their celebrations for the San Clemente Cyclone, bid farewell to Kelly, and determine precisely what type of friend foam actually is. Plus Must-See Moments! Enjoy! Partners: REALWatersports.com, Treeswax.com,  WaterwaysTravel.com Sponsor: SquareSpace.co...

In today’s show Chas spawns a spite baby, David becomes an expert on neurological disorders, and then the boys explain why yellow boards are better, which surfer you should bet on for 2025, which religious group you should invest in, and explain how to deal with soft talkers. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! Partner: DrinkAG1.com/surf Sponsor: SquareSpace.com/surf … Continue reading "261 – The Grit! Ma...

Patrick Trefz joins us to discuss how primary cooking lessons from his mother and a missive of exploration from his father led to 30+ years of travel, a tenure at Surfer Magazine, analysis of his friends through documentary, and the idea that food might leave the most indelible imprint of a culture. It’s all chronicled … Continue reading "506 – Patrick Trefz: Ode To Travel" The post 506 – Patrick...

In today’s show Scott and David discuss their controversial narrow escape at Winkipop, Joao’s new trajectory in life, question if foam is actually your friend, celebrate the deal of a lifetime in So Cal beach real estate, and Scott reveals his secret life as a poet. Enjoy! Partners: ColbyPlus.com, SurfNVS.com REALWatersports.com, Treeswax.com Sponsor: SquareSpace.com/surf Sponsor: FactorMeals.com/...

In today’s show David unleashes the power within! Chas gender reveals Kellani’s baby! Peck makes a spooky appearance, Conner Coffin sees the dentist, and we all quake in the presence of the shop girl. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! Partners: DrinkAG1.com/surf and VAERWatches.com Sponsor: RocketMoney.com/surf Sponsor: FactorMeals.com/surf50 Sponsor: SquareSpace.com/surf UNLEASH THE POWER WITHIN David...