Surfing has improved the lives of many people in Morocco but unfortunately there are also some negative implications hidden in the shadow of world famous waves.

Surf tourism can be good or bad, depending on how it is handled. Atlas collects testimonies of people sharing very diverse views on the matter. All opinions will help to increase the awareness of those like us, surfers and travellers, who fell in love with Morocco.

My third trip this year to Tahiti this season for what was the biggest swell of the year. And it did not disappoint, wait till you see the Kauli Vaast’s bomb. With Teahupo’o set to stage the Olympics, this big Thursday swell lived to up to all the hype and expectations. Both the tow and paddle a line-up was full of big names and energy.

Enjoy! – Tim Bonython

DESENSITISED, is my debut surf film. This documentary-style film follows my evolution from a fearless 13-year-old to a seasoned big-wave surfer. Centered around three iconic Australian breaks that have defined my career, it showcases my path into the world of big-wave surfing.

Thrown into the deep end as a young teen, gaining confidence with every wave. At 14, I took that confidence to one of the world’s most iconic surf spots in Australia, Shipstern Bluff. Normally, it’s an unwritten rule that you have to paddle the place before towing, but that first day, I was let off the hook as it was unpaddable, witnessing surfing legends like Marty Paradisis and Tyler Homer-Cross catching 20-foot waves. Fast forward a decade, and now find myself in a position chasing down those set waves.

DESENSITISED is a tribute to 10 years of trials, triumphs, and relentless dedication. Experience the highs and lows of my surf journey as I chase the ultimate ride and push myself to see what’s possible in the realm of big-wave surfing.

Of course, this is just the beginning. Follow along as I continue living The Search. – Kipp Caddy

Directed by: Kipp Caddy
Filmed: Cameron Staunton, Chris Bryan, Mark Bramley, Tim bonython
Edited: Cameron Staunton
Sound Design: Ahmed Natiq
Colour Grade: Tim Wreyford
Presented by: Rip Curl

“I think what brought me to Indonesia was the allure of good waves, but also the freedom that you find here. I’d only planned to be in Indonesia for two months, then a one or two-month trip turned into three years…”

Interestingly enough, you meet a lot of folks whose trips went that way around Bali. They just don’t all get as insanely tubed as Shawn Dennis. Check out the short film on this Saffa transplant, featuring a few tubes from Shawn’s “extended stay.” @driftersurf

Raised in a family deeply connected to the ocean, Brisa spent her early years honing her talents in both Costa Rica and Hawaii.

Her dedication and talent have led her to to a string of successes, currently sitting in 3rd place on WSL Championship Tour,  taking second to Vahine Fierro in the Tahiti Pro with insane performances by all the ladies involved.

Beyond her surfing, Hennessy is commitment to environmental causes, advocating for ocean conservation and sustainable living practices across the globe.

We salute you Brisa.

Some of the local crew are saying this was the best Lennox Head surf in years. The sand was primed, the swell was pumping and the wind was offshore – and the result was Lennox Head going next level. In fact the whole of the East Coast was going next level on this July swell event, which actually lived up to the surf forecast hype… which is a rarity.

The result was a line-up that was absolutely packed out, only matched by the amount of onlookers and cameras on the shoreline. As the swell rolled in the stoke was high, with barrels galore and people were scoring the waves of a lifetime, with plenty being spat out, with a full claim, and rightfully so!

So sit back, relax and enjoy @stokedfortravel