For this video I went back to one of Wyoming's best surfable rapids in the Snake River. First time back after almost a decade to rediscover the magic of this charming little surf scene in the heart of the US. And reconnecting with the inspiring scene that has sent me on the path I'm on today 🙂

Huge thanks to Max Mogren for the hospitality and letting me crash in the shed. To Cam and Guch for always coming down and bringing the good vibes and hi levels of shred. To KB for being my river GURU. And all the locals at the wave, love this crew! - Dylan Graves

Filmed by:
Joaquin Tervelline
Dylan Graves
Graham Nash
Josh Nardo
Steve Zeitzoff
Jared Abe
(thanks to Vans for the archival)

Music by Dylan Graves
shred sesh music by Nolan Hall

Place of Thorns tells the story of one of the world’s most incredible waves, Puerto Escondido, from its discovery by early surfers when it was just a small coffee port in Mexico, to the bustling tourist Mecca it has become today. After five decades, Puerto continues to draw surfers from across the globe to the town’s main beach, Playa Zicatela, as they pit themselves against some of the biggest, most deadly beach break waves on the planet.

Join us as we explore the dynamics of this unique wave while celebrating some of the best swells and rides ever documented on its shores. Along the way we discover why the Mexican Pipeline is amongst the most challenging surf spots in the world, and what it takes to ride it. But it’s not only the town that has changed. The iconic wave is under dire threat, galvanizing the local community as they take a united stand to save the wave and their home.

A film by Now Now Media presented by Monster Energy
In Association with Saves The Waves and Ocean & Earth
Produced by Alan van Gysen and Edwin Morales
Executive Producers Ryan Franklin and Kazmira Krawchuk
Directed and edited by Will Bendix

Featuring: Coco Nogales, Shane Dorian, Bianca Valenti, Greg Long, Matt Bromley, Nathan Florence, Quetzal Estrada, Jeff Divine, Craig Peterson and others.

Join the fight to save Puerto Escondido here

Nathan Florence, NZ, stunning and rugged landscapes, and very unruly heavy waters. The sense of adventure and stoke of scoring some epic waves with a few friends out is second to none. Mr Florence we salute you and your crew for your continued exploration outside of the Hawaiian Islands, long may you slide.

Smooth, classic style reminiscent of a surfing era long gone, Tosh Tudor blends traditional longboarding techniques with a modern twist and style, all this at just 19 years of age. I know, we're not jealous at all!

Given his families history, it’s not surprising that Tosh has developed into one of he most exciting sliders on the planet. Dig in with Tosh and crew as they embark on a hedonistic search for some of the sickest tubes on the planet.

A Film by Cameron Vurbeff and Tosh Tudor

Framed by rugged cliffs and accessed via a narrow staircase that descends through a gap in the rocks, opening up to a stretch of soft white sand and clear turquoise waters.

Sounds like heaven right? Respect the locals, bide your time and you might just get the wave of your life, just don't run over anyone.

Filmed: @surfrawfiles