Surf Sauna: Giving new meaning to mobile hotspot, this beachside accessory makes winter surfing a little more comfortable

Surf Sauna


To score the best waves in the Northeast it takes three things: dedication, luck and a thick skin. Though the water warms up to a comfortable trunks-only temperature in the summer, the best waves pound the shores of New England, New York and…

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Petrichor Water-Repellent Shirt: Cornwall’s rugged coastal brand Finisterre’s versatile yet casual overshirt

Petrichor Water-Repellent Shirt


When the coastal gales kick up a few raindrops, you want to be prepared—but not look like you’re summiting Everest. Cornwall, England-based cold-water surf brand Finisterre hit the sweet spot between form and function with their…

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Interview: Chris Burkard: The self-taught, globe-trotting photographer on his wild adventures and spending the night in a Russian jail

Interview: Chris Burkard


Photography is among the most competitive creative fields. With the advent of accessible digital SLR cameras and numerous social sharing outlets, it’s harder than ever to wade through what’s good to find what’s great. Based in a small town on the central California…

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Finisterre UK: Cold water surf garb from the chilly English shores

Finisterre UK


From its storied inception on pristine Hawaiian shores to its entrance into mainstream culture in the ’50s and ’60s through films like “The Endless Summer” and “Gigdet,” surfing has always been associated with sunny, carefree beach…

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EQ Seals: Ear protection for water-bound athletes that doesn’t inhibit performance

EQ Seals


For everyone from surfers to sailers, ear protection is a major concern. Whether it’s exposure to pollution, high winds or simply spending too much time in the water, ear infections are a common and debilitating ailment. While most earplugs hinder hearing and throw…

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