Being thrown into the unknown can feel like a nightmare. But what if the unknown turns out to be fun? This is the story of a rare moment when the rules of surfing in Portugal are completely upended.
Southern swells are a rare phenomenon—just a handful appear each year. When surfers spot one on the horizon, it sparks an undeniable excitement. It’s a break from the norm. Our coastline is designed for northern swells, so encountering something different feels like tackling a math test after prepping for Portuguese—but with far less panic and way more curiosity.
So, what happens to surfing when the familiar sea transforms into something entirely unexpected?
That’s what we set out to discover.
Produced by: @duarte_lapa
