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How to Hit the Lip
Surfing is a passion-driven sport. It requires time and practice to reach different levels. With time, effort, and dedication, you will be able to become a Level 4 surfer and perform the trick like hitting the lip or surfing vertically up the wave. The term “Hit the lip” can confuse new surfers. To make you […]
How to Surf Without Getting Tired
Surfing is one of the best water sports that may require some time and practice before you can master it. It can prove to be a thrilling yet tiresome experience, particularly when you are a beginner. It is exhausting, not just physically but mentally too. Surfing is no less than intense exercise. It activates all […]
How To Stay Prepared For Night Surfing?
When it comes to night surfing, preparation is key. It is not possible to make your surfing session successful without preparedness, and prior knowledge of the area. Perhaps you are someone who loves surfing and are fascinated by how the waves look during the night, so you also want to enjoy the experience yourself. Although, […]
Surfing: A Male-Dominated Sport?
When we think of surfers, we think of men with laid back attitudes and chiseled abs, but rarely women. Surfing has long been a sport that was mainly male-dominated. But is it still a male-dominated sport, or have things changed? Struggles Female Surfers Face Despite the fact that the overwhelming number of surfers that we […]
Night Surfing 101
Night surfing is a thrill that not many have experienced in their life. As surfing is already popular as a great way to exercise, to see what the world has to offer, and to really enjoy the ocean. Surfing during the day is of course the most popular, but night surfing is certainly gaining in […]
How Has Surfing Changed Over The Years?
When we talk about surfing, we talk about technique, experience, boldness, and innovative maneuvers. Ask any surfer what they get by indulging into this sport, and their answer would be sheer Joy and Happiness because that’s what matters the most. It is estimated that there are over 20 million participants worldwide. Surfing has become one […]
Upcoming Surfing Competitions Around The World
Surfing is a sport that is loved by millions and done across the year in warmer areas. There are plenty of professional surfing competitions and events that are held all year long in different parts of the world. For the one who is passionate and feels the call to surf, the ocean is open to […]
Water Sports to Try on Your Surf Trip
If you are planning a surf trip sometime soon or you have already made arrangements and bookings, then don’t just limit yourself to surfing. You can try some of the water sports on your surf trip to make it more fun and thrilling. We all know the importance of vacations and the memories associated with […]
Top Surfing Destinations to Visit Once the Travel Restrictions are Over
Are you the one who is eagerly waiting for the travel restrictions to be lifted? Well, you are not alone. Everyone wants to move out of their homes and plan their travel once again. For surf enthusiasts, it’s both traveling and fulfilling their urge to surf. To celebrate the unlocking, you must be looking for […]
Is It Safe to Surf Now?
Since January 2020, the world has been stuck in a holding pattern, stalling life in every aspect due to COVID-19 and its potential to spread infection. It’s damn serious, as we’ve all seen and heard about multiple cases in every country and city around the world. However, some habits from frequent hand-washing to mask-wearing will […]
Lockdown Tease From Where You’d Rather Be- Hollow Trees Resort
An interview published in The Perfect Wave of Hollow Tree Resorts’ Owner “Teiki Ballian” I put these questions and more to the young, chilled and stylish shredder Teiki Ballian. Teiki is the relatively newish owner of the magically revamped Hollow Trees Resort. Ben Horvath – How’s things Teki, how long have you been the new […]
Conquering Boredom While Stuck at Home
Now more than ever many people are learning more about their home than they ever wanted to. And that monotony and sameness week in and week out can lead to boredom pretty quick. When that kicks in, the days begin to drag out painfully. Boredom tends to be a result of not having the motivation […]
Top Surfers in the World to Start Following Today
In a sea of passionate surfers present on Instagram, many share their inspirational surfing shots, garnering a massive following from it. These surfers are gaining attention for their remarkable surfing stunts, and you know what? Fans like you and me simply shower them with love on their posts. Below is a list we have carefully […]
How to Read a Wave: Tips for a Beginner
There’s no such secret way of learning how to read the waves. Assessing, and anticipating a wave is the hardest aspect of surfing. It takes lots of experience, practice, and many failed attempts. Anyone who is a pro surfer was once a beginner. Basically, reading a wave in the ever-changing and unpredictable water is almost […]
Is Surfing Difficult to Learn?
Is surfing difficult to learn? How dangerous is it? This question pops up in every surf enthusiast’s mind and why not! It’s a valid question to ask before you go out and start your surf journey. But the answer from the experts is NO. It is not too difficult to learn or dangerous if you […]
Tips to Prepare for a Surf Trip
Thinking of getting away on a surf trip? But first, you gotta prep up your body for all those fun days of surfing. Because all you do is eat, surf, sleep, and repeat! Yes, that’s life. Follow these tips to prepare for a surf trip: Surf Prep 1: Build your Cardiovascular Strength If you workout […]
Top 10 Gifts for your Surfer Partner (V Day Special)
It’s very mainstream to give those lovey-dovey presents to your partner on every Valentine’s Day. Here’s a list of things that you can use as gifts for your surfer partner. You can even gift these to your partner who is planning to start surfing. Watch: A simple surf watch is never out of date. Buy […]
Surfline 2019: Resort Guide
A dream location for the perfect trip to the Mentawais with friends and family.
What happens on an all girls’ surf trip in the Mentawais
If land camps are more your thing, I highly recommend Hollow Tree’s resort.
Magicseaweed 2019: Surf Resort Guide
Here are 10 finely curated homes-away-from home to suitall needs from beginner to kamikaze. Welcome to the MSW Surf Resort Guide 2019.
The West Australian
A remote group of Indonesian islands is about to become more accessible to Australians looking for white beaches, swaying palms and turquoise water.
Surfing in the Mentawais: Hollow Tree’s Resort
Located right in front of one of the finest right-handed waves in the world, Hollow Tree’s Resort is a dream location for the perfect trip in the Mentawais.
Surf’s Up: A Guide to the Best Surf Spots in Asia
Hollow Tree’s Resort is right on the money when it comes to location. Situated right in front of one of the finest right-handed waves – in the world! – this resort is a must for the serious surfers.
Travel & Leisure – Seafaring Souls
A remote archipelago off western Sumatra is home to a surf break of mythical proportions, and shamans whose real lives seem the stuff of legend.
Surfers paradise: Mentawais Travel Guide
Way out in the Indian Ocean lies this remote paradise for surfers and lovers of coconut trees, white sand beaches and clear blue waters (yes, us! You too?): meet The Mentawai Islands in West-Sumatra, Indonesia.