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Summer Swells: The Best European Surf Spots for June

Zarautz Spain

June sits in a sweet spot that too many surfers overlook. The crowds haven’t hit their August peak. The waves are consistent without being overwhelming. And from the Atlantic coast of France down through Spain and into Portugal, you’ll find lineups that suit any skill level, with long evenings to fill in between sessions. The […]

Surfer’s Ear Exostosis: What It Is, How It Progresses, and How to Prevent It

Image of a cold water surfer wearing a wetsuit hood and paddling a surfboard in choppy ocean water, illustrating the risk of external auditory exostosis and the need for ear protection.

You’re out on the water regularly. The swells are good. The waves roll in cold and clean. But there’s a small, silent price your body pays with every session—one that most surfers don’t notice until it’s too late. Cold water triggers a bone growth response in your ear canal called external auditory exostosis, or surfer’s […]

Surfing 101: The Beginner Guide for Surfers

Surfers standing on a wave riding toward the beach with other surfers nearby.

Surfing looks effortless when you watch someone glide down the face of a clean wave. But the first time you paddle out, reality hits: paddling feels endless, waves seem chaotic, and every pop-up happens at the wrong moment. That’s normal. The good news? Surfing is a skill sport — not a strength sport. With the […]