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Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 15. Learn From Locals

In this weekly column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...

Chasing Imperfection in Perfect Waves

By Jana Bomhoff A surf coaching trip in the Maldives promises flawless conditions. It delivers something harder to look at. The boat leaves before sunrise. By...

Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 14. The Trip of a Lifetime

In this weekly column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...

Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 13. The Question of Locals

In this weekly column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...

VAPOUR – Tiaan Engelbrecht

VAPOUR is a short film from South African surfer and filmmaker Tiaan Engelbrecht —an intimate exploration of surfing, nature, and the constant state of...

Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 12. Ichabod Makes a Choice

In this weekly column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...

ZAG REVIEW: Death of a Weekend Warrior by Bernard Katz

Reviewed by Jemma van Breda For as long as surfing has existed, it's come with an unspoken hierarchy. With professional surfing reaching greater heights (literally),...

Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 11. Keep Secret Spots Secret

In this weekly column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...

Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 10. Care of Wetsuits

In this weekly column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...

Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 9. Wetsuits

In this regular column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...

Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 8. Warming up after a Surf

In this regular column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...

Lessons with Ichabod by Bernie Shelly – 7. Packing For a Trip

In this regular column series, Bernie Shelly explores the strange, funny rituals of everyday surf life — from awkward line-up conversations and endless paddle-outs...