Torren Martyn – Calypte
When Torren and Aiyana borrowed the 35ft sailing boat 'Calypte' and departed from the east coast of Thailand in early 2022, they had a combined sailing experience of only a few days. The one requirement of their charter was to eventually deliver the boat to Eastern Indonesia. They could learn as they went, get a few friends with sailing experience to help through the tricky bits and pick up as much as possible from them along the way. With this plan, the pair embarked onto the South China Sea, headed up through the Strait of Malacca and around the tip of Sumatra; out into the Indian Ocean on a year-long expedition in search of waves. What seemed like an idyllic journey didn’t come easy. It was difficult to anticipate the challenges of the sleepless nights, the endless rolling and tossing of the boat, the breakdowns, the relentless maintenance and confined space. But adventures always seem sweeter if it really feels like you had to work to get there.
A film by Ishka Folkwell & Torren Martyn - Produced by needessentials
Carve Magazine Issue 220
Carve Magazine Issue 220
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Well, what an autumn that was.
I don't think we’ve seen so much swell around so much of our coastline for quite some time. The highlight for many was Storm Cierán that, apart from battering the Channel Islands, seemed to produce all-time swells across the UK – from the South West to North Wales, to Bournemouth and the south coast, to Cromer and the North East, and even Scotland! What we love about putting together a print mag is being able to collate epic shots from the UK surf photo community and record these epic times for posterity. So, that's what we’ve done, with a huge gallery celebrating our communal stoke.
Speaking of stoke and the hold it has over us, also in this issue, Tristan Bransby tells us his story of aqua addiction, which started when his dad – also an aqua addict – took him surfing at the age of just three. What’s interesting about this is that, not only is it a common thread that all of us will recognise, but it also reflects the changing demographic of surfing. For it wasn’t long ago that surfing dads were rare, but now Tris – at 42 – is out charging with his Pa. Not only is this commonplace these days, I think it enriches our culture. A while back rippers over 30 were rare, but now we have the full range from under 10’s through to surfers that can hold their own in their 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and even 70’s. Quite funny when you’re hanging down the beach and the topic of conversation can go from TikTok virals to hip ops in the blink of a cataract.
The autumn swell and the rich diversity of the surfing generations isn’t all we celebrate in this packed issue. We also catch up with Tom Lowe, who’s eventful 2023 has ended with an Eddie invite. A surfer born and bred in the UK, who has honed his skills in his homeland and Ireland, invited to the world’s most prestigious contest. What a a massive achievement.
Plus two of our favourite photographers – Chris Burkard and Luke Gartside – take us on the road. Luke reporting back from a European road trip through three wave-lashed regions, and Chris sharing his most valuable lessons learnt from a life of exploration in coldwater destinations. It's not just about the places you go and the waves you ride, it's the people you meet on the search , that makes surfing life so special.
Hope you enjoy!
Steve
Editor
Chopes reef damaged by Olympic barge
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“HELP US STOP THE OLYMPICS FROM DESTROYING THE REEF!⚠️ As we and @matahidrollet warned about weeks ago, the preparation for the upcoming @paris2024 olympics is already destroying the coral reefs in Tahiti! Yesterday, a barge planned to use for building a controversial judging tower for the Paris 2024 Olympic surfing competition destroyed all coral heads on its way and breaking its propeller during the highest tide of the day. This barge is supposed to carry an aluminum tower that will be planted on the reef for a three-day surf competition for the Olympic games of 2024.”
Locals have long been predicting widespread damage to one of surfings most precious eco systems by the Paris committees controversial judging tower and yesterday fears started to come true.
‘This destruction happened an an empty barge with zero construction yet so there’s going to be CATASTROPHIC reef destruction if we don’t speak up RIGHT NOW! Please use your social platform for good and share this sad post with your followers and tag people, ocean lovers, celebrities, influencers & news media who need to see and share this as we MUST speak up for this marine life before it’s too late.”
If Paris 2024 don’t take locals concern seriously at what point do the surfers boycott the event? Is an eco disaster and it’s ramifications worth a couple of medials?
Joao Chianca survives horror Pipe wipeout
*video contains distressing scenes. But he is ok.
Brazilian ripper Joao Chianca was pulled from the water at Pipe yesterday after a horrendous wipe-out.
Video shows him taking late drop, pencil diving half way down. Reports say he was pinned to the bottom and took several sets on the head before he was pulled unconscious from the sea by surfers and lifeguards and taken away by ambulance. He is now reportedly stable in hospital.
We wish him a speedy recovery.
Would you know what to do in an emergency situation?
Rescue techniques for surfers here
2023 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship
Brazil (above) was officially crowned Team World Champions today as competition came to a close at the 2023 ISA World Surfing Championship (WJSC). The iconic Aloha Cup brought out the fun, as well as the team spirit, before the Closing Ceremony was held.
More than any other part of the WJSC, the unique Aloha Cup team relay event brings out the spirit of the ISA. It features two men and two women from the top eight teams of the previous edition of the ISA WJSC catching three waves each over the course of a 45-minute heat, with the top two scores of each adding to the overall total.
Photos: ISA
This year’s edition was a spirited affair, with Japan taking the win. After two Semifinals decided the finalists, Spain, Japan, Australia, and Hawaii took to the water for the Final. Ikko Watanabe (JPN) and Harley Walters (AUS, above) set the tone in the first 3 minutes, with a huge exchange earning Watanabe an 8.00 and Walters the highest single wave score of the day, a 9.17.
The high didn’t last long though, as an early interference from Walters on Hans Odriozola (ESP) docked 5-points from Australia’s total and opened the door for the rest of the field, allowing Japan to control much of the rest of the Final and win their first WJSC Aloha Cup gold medals since 2017.
U/18 Girl’s Gold Medalist Anon Matsuoka, U/18 Boy’s Copper Medalist Tenshi Iwami, and 2022 Girl’s U/16 Bronze Medalist Mirai Ikeda made up the winning team, along with Watanabe.
“So, so happy for this win,” Matsuoka said. “It’s everyone’s first time to join the Aloha Cup but the little waves made it seem like Japan. We just want to share this happiness to everyone, to the Japanese.”
Matsuoka and Iwami, along with Sierra Kerr (AUS), also won the most medals in this year’s WJSC, earning individual medals, team medals and the Aloha Cup medals, and the Japanese were thrilled.
“I’m so happy, and so stoked,” Iwami said. “Yes, Team Japan!” Pictured below.
ISA President Fernando Aguerre said:
“Muito obrigado Brazil, muito obrigado CBSurf and its president, the surfing legend Teco Padaratz. We had a great time, we connected with new friends. We were able to enjoy the wonderful food and vibe and weather and waves and warm water of Rio de Janeiro. We are looking forward to coming back to Brazil soon with another ISA World Championship.
“We’re absolutely happy. The competition was great. We finished on a high note with good waves, incredible performances and the best won.
“Some of the surfers competing here will be heading to the World Surfing Games in Puerto Rico in February, the last qualification for surfing in the Olympic Games. Some may even qualify to compete in Teahupo’o in July for Paris 2024.
“Congratulations again to the new Team World Champions, Team Brazil, for winning the Team Championship Trophy.”
RESULTS
Team Rankings
Gold - Brazil
Silver - USA
Bronze - Japan
Copper - Australia
Aloha Cup
Gold - Japan
Silver - Hawaii
Bronze - Spain
Copper - Australia
Boy’s U/16
Gold - Hans Odriozola (ESP)
Silver - Lukas Skinner (ENG)
Bronze - Guilherme Lemos (BRA)
Copper - Ryan Coelho (BRA)
Girls U/16
Gold - Sierra Kerr (AUS)
Silver - Lanea Mons (USA)
Bronze - Eden Walla (USA)
Copper - Clémence Schorsch (FRA)
Boy’s U/18
Gold - Ryan Kainalo (BRA)
Silver - Francisco Ordonhas (POR)
Bronze - Kai Ordriozola (ESP)
Copper - Tenshi Iwami (JPN)
Girl’s U/18
Gold - Anon Matsuoka (JPN)
Silver - Kohai Fierro (TAH)
Bronze - Candelaria Resano (NCA)
Copper - Zoe Chait (USA)
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