Surfing Blogs

Planning a surf trip with friends or seeking an endless summer experience? Be sure to read through our helpful blogs on all things surfing!

The Wetsuit Centre is your go-to destination for real stories, practical tips, and inspiring reads that capture the true spirit of the surf lifestyle. These surfing blogs are not just about technique; they are about the full experience of being in the ocean, chasing waves, and enjoying the journey that comes with it.

Amazing Dolphin Surfing Waves Photo

Amazing Dolphin Surfing Waves Photo

A wildlife enthusiast has scooped the top prize in a photography competition with a unique image showing a dolphin surfing in the waves.

C Skins team rider wins Nixon Pro

C Skins team rider wins Nixon Pro

For the third year running a Frenchman has won the Nixon Surf Challenge and this year it is in the form of C-Skins Team Rider, Vincent Duvignac (Duvi). This year’s...

Jayce Robinson from Rip Curl pulling some moves

Jayce Robinson from Rip Curl pulling some moves

Named The Escape, due to a last minute booking to get away from the cold, in which i thought i could embrace. Lyndon Wake and a few friends of mine...

Rip Curl Pro Puerto Rico Surfing WQS 4 Star

Rip Curl Pro Puerto Rico Surfing WQS 4 Star

Andrew Doheny (Newport Beach, CA), 20, was impressive throughout the final day of competition en route to his first major men’s final event. Doheny surfed with 100% commitment throughout the...

Nazare Big Wave Surfing

Billabong Nazare Big Wave Surfing

Check out this Crazy Billabong Video from Portugal's Big Wave Surfing Spot

waves crashing on rocks

Billabongs New UK Rider Liam Turner

Big aerial rotations? Check. Forehand gouges? Check. Big barrels? Check. At only 16 years old, Liam Turner’s surfing already has all the building blocks for a successful career in professional...

Billabong Clothing

Billabong Clothing Suffers as Surf Fashion Falls

The brand perception of surfing’s big names is suffering as they struggle to adapt to shifting consumer demands

blue surfboard laying on the beach

Rip Curl Portugal WCT

Event No. 8 of 10 on the 2012 ASP World Championship Tour, the Rip Curl Pro Portugal plays a crucial role in both the hunt for the 2012 ASP World...

bodyboarder surfing a wave

Parko has a run in with a bodyboarder in Portugal

Drop in causes a spat at the Rip Curl Pro

Flat for Billabong pro

Flat for Billabong pro

Flat surf has made Billabong Pro Tahiti, Stop call yet another lay day of the 2012 ASP World Championship Tour. Organizers are hoping swell will arrive for the final two...

Surfing in an Airport?

Surfing in an Airport?

The European surfing championships took a slightly different stage to host an event this year. The location wasn’t a beach break in France, but an artificial wave in Germany’s Munich...

Winners US Open of surfing 2012

Winners US Open of surfing 2012

The spectators of this years US open of surfing witnessed some stunning surfing during the closing phase of the tournament. Australian Julian Wilson grabbed the title and beat Brazils Miguel...

Nike US open of surfing 2012

Nike US open of surfing 2012

The best of the best will be attending this year’s US open. Expect some radical surfing and outstanding performances. Heats for the surfing have already taken place on the 25th,...

Great White Shark

Surfer dies in shark attack

Ben Linden, a 24 year old from Perth, has been killed by a great white while he was surfing in Australia.

surfer sitting on white sand beach

Japan's surfers angry about nuclear disaster

Japan's surfers express grief and sadness over their radioactive coast, Japan has re-booted a nuclear reactor ever since the Fukushima nuclear disaster in 2011.

surfer in the waves

International Surfing Day Competition Video

The International Surfing Day video competition recently commenced. You will find fantastic prizes offered including Rip Curl wet suits and O’Neill boardshorts. The competition will be available to surfers from...

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What You Will Find on Our Surfing Blogs

This page brings together a diverse mix of surfing blogs that cover everything from beginner advice to travel inspiration. You will discover content that speaks to every kind of surfer, from those heading out for the first time to more advanced riders looking to refine their skill and spend more time in the lineup. You will find helpful tips on improving your surfing, choosing the right board, and understanding how to read waves.

Surf Trips, Travel, and the Endless Summer

One of the highlights of these surfing blogs is the focus on surf trips and global travel, and all the tips and advice on what you need for an effortless holiday. If you have ever dreamed of your own endless summer, this is where the inspiration starts. If you are planning trips to iconic destinations like Portugal, Bali, and even farther afield to places like Costa Rica, each offering stunning coastlines and warm waters, these blogs offer sound advice! You will also find ideas for road-tripping adventures, helping you map out the best places to surf around the world, from the rugged coast of Cornwall in England and Ireland to sun-soaked shores in the south. These stories capture the excitement, the challenge, and the pure joy of chasing more waves.

Surfing for Everyone

The blogs also shine a light on the wider surf community. There are stories about the rise of the female surfer, the experiences of women in the water, and how surfing brings together people of all backgrounds and every age. You will find content for families, including how to introduce kids to the sport, as well as ideas for group trips with a friend or even a session with your dad. Surfing is more than a sport; it is a shared experience that connects people through a love of the ocean. Discover interesting reads like the best surf festivals to attend, and how yoga improves surfing.

Boards, Gear, and Making the Right Choice

A big focus of the surfing blogs is helping you choose the right setup and the right board for your skill level. You will find guides that break down different types of surfboards, what works best for your ability, and how different shapes and sizes can completely change your experience in the surf. There is also content around gear and setup, helping you understand what you need and why. From choosing the right board to understanding how small changes can make a big difference, these blogs give you the knowledge to make better decisions.

Unexpected But Interesting Reads

This section brings together content that goes a little off track in the best way, offering fresh perspectives, unique ideas, and topics you might not think to search for but end up loving:

  1. 10 Tips For Duck Diving
  2. How to Read And Surf Unbroken Waves
  3. 6 Essential Surf Etiquette Rules
  4. How To Paddle Out Back

More Than Just Surfing

The Wetsuit Centre surfing blogs are the perfect place to start for families and individuals who have recently started surfing or are trying to progress their surfing. From practical advice to exciting travel stories, every blog post is designed to help you discover something new and feel excited for your next session. Dive in, explore the surfing blogs, and join a community of surfers who share a passion for the water, the journey, and the endless search for the next great wave.