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Bob
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A
note to students: if you are working on a school project or an assignment
on surfing, surfboards or surfing history, you will find links on this page to
other sites that will provide much, if not all, of the information you need -
especially in
the HISTORY, CULTURE & RESEARCH section below. Three of the most
helpful sites are: Legendary
Surfers,
Surfing
Related Papers
and - for beginners -the StartLocal
Guide to Surfing.
I also
highly recommend purchasing the incomparable new annotated bibliography entitled
200
Years of Surfing Literature
- also listed under BOOKS,
etc. All the
best for your project.
1.
HISTORY,
CULTURE & RESEARCH:
2.
THE
ART & THE ARTISTS:
3.
PHOTOS & IMAGE RESOURCES:
4.
FILMS,
VIDEOS & DVDs:
5.
BOOKS, MAGAZINE &
POSTERS FOR COLLECTORS:
6.
NEWS, RESOURCES & REPORTS,
CHAT ROOMS - BUY, SELL, TRADE:
7.
BOARD
MANUFACTURERS & RETAILERS:
8.
USEFUL
PRODUCTS & SERVICES FOR SURFERS:
9. SURFER LINKS:
10. SURFER HOME PAGES:
11.
MAGAZINES & ONLINE
SURFING MEDIA:
12.
CLUBS, ASSOCIATIONS &
ORGANIZATIONS:
13.
CONTESTS
& CONTEST INFORMATION:
14.
SURFING LINKS FOR AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND &
AUSTRALIA:
15. AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND - VISITOR INFORMATION LINKS:
1.
SURFING HISTORY,
CULTURE & RESEARCH:
Tom McBride's
Excellent Website: http://atomicbride.com
Surf Parties: http://atomicbride.com/surfparties.html
Malibu Surf Photo History:
http://atomicbride.com/tgraph.html
Surfer's 'Talk Story':
http://atomicbride.com/surfwrite.html
LEGENDARY
SURFERS*****: A
Definitive
History of Surfing, by Malcolm Gault-Williams
IMLTHO 'THE BEST' historical site on the net:
http://www.legendarysurfers.com
Snake
Gabrielson's Surfing Library - an excellent background research and historical studies resources site:
http://surflibrary.org
An
invaluable resource for researchers, historians & anyone interested in
surfing's rich history:
The world's first printed annotated Surfing Bibliography based on Daved Marsh's The Water Log
Covering surfing literature from Captain Cook(1779) to the latest books on surfing (2004)
A
well presented, well written & richly endowed website that has become one of
my favorites.
Liquid Salt Magazine celebrates the rich diversity of the surfers, photographers, artists, shapers, and the filmmakers that make up the vibrant surfing community. Read about the many personalities who make surfing their art – and their art about surfing. Speaking in their own words, pure and unfiltered.
Surfcrazy.com
- an eclectic array of historical treasures from surf
logos, woodies
and useful links
to the history of Stanley's
Diner (on PCH south of Rincon) and a fitting
tribute to the great Ernie
Tanaka.
Well worth several visits and keeping in
your bookmarks.
You'll also find Surfcrazy's products link listed under
USEFUL
PRODUCTS & SERVICES FOR SURFERS
Surfing, surf art &
culture.
Club of the Waves profiles surf artists & photographers
and documents the history & culture of surfing.
Lastwave.com
- check out their classic longboard
gallery
and profiles of some of surfing's greatest legends
CORKYCARROLL.COM
Not a history site in the strictest sense, but you'll enjoy glimpses into
surfing's
past, present and future in Corky Carroll's archive of weekly columns.
In case you don't know it, Corky is one of surfing's most celebrated surfers
and has won so many US and International surfing titles that I've lost count.
He was also surfing's first pro surfer, runs his own surf schools in California
and
Costa Rica and conducts surf adventure tours. Versatile guy. Excellent site!
Lotsa fun ...
http://vagabondsurf.com A truly interesting and eclectic site that
fits into several categories
including culture, art, photography and ...
There are also reviews, comments and so much more
I haven't had the time to explore - as yet!
I particularly like Nels Norene's pieces about Miki Dora -
so much so that I'm putting separate links for them below.
An excellent site to wander through: http://vagabondsurf.com/Dora.html http://vagabondsurf.com/BuPhotoGal.html
Global Oceanic Surf Links - Mountain Man Graphics, OZ:
http://www.mountainman.com.au/
Welcome
to SurfHumor.com
"This site was developed by surfers who have grown tired of unbridled competition,
angry exchanges in the line up, and a general decline in civility in surfing.
Our goal is to smother bad Karma with stupid jokes, silly stories,
fun photographs, and anything else of interest that comes along.
Our motto: Lighten up, for goodness sakes! Don't you know you're
surfing?"
The Evolution of the Surfboard - Sonnen Sloan:
http://molasar.blackmagic.com/ses/surf/papers/boardessy.html
The Witt Family Archive:
http://www.sanonofre.com/witt_family_archive/5.html
The History Of Surfing:
http://www.coffeetimes.com/surf.htm
The
StartLocal Guide to Surfing:
with good basic information, suggestions, links and
resources for the beginner.
http://www.startlocal.com.au/articles/educational_surfing.html
2.
THE
ART & THE ARTISTS: John
Comer - evocative paintings and prints of California's
coast:
Robert
Heeley's fine art captures the surfer's dream of spectacular waves at famous
surf spots
throughout California, Indonesia, Hawaii, Mexico and Costa Rica - where he
lives.
John
Van Hamersveld - who designed the classic Endless Summer poster, as well
as some of the best known
and iconic images in surfing, music & pop
culture:
Also:
http://www.postartgroup.com/swatch.html
http://www.postartgroup.com/swatch/pages/21.html
Wayne
D. Roten - classic paintings of surfers & surfing:
Johnny Fain at Malibu - painting
by Wayne D. Roten
Two links to Wayne's
paintings online:
The
Glide - Artwork by Wayne Roten
Art
by Joshua Seraphin - paintings & photography:
Surfing, surf art &
culture.
Club of the Waves profiles surf artists & photographers
and documents the history & culture of surfing.
Surf
& Paint - the paintings of French surfer, Bruno Turpin:
Ken
Auster Studios -
Surfing classics plus other art treasures
Stoner's Point - painting by Ken
Auster
The
art of Scott Richards - Evocative images
of Southern California's coastal culture
Unfortunately, the link to Scott's website no longer works
and he hasn't provided me with a new link,
so you'll just have to Google him.
The
Art of Jesse Miller - Watercolors, oils, prints & cards
Surf art, seascapes, wildlife - a stunning collection of ocean art online:
Cruiser
Art Prints
A nostalgic collection of classic cruisers from the golden
years.
Cruiser Art is the creation of two long-time Maui friends, Darshan Zenith and Steve Rummel.
This unique art form captures the character as well as the nostalgic beauty of the rustic "Cruiser" still found
today on Hawaiian surfing beaches.
Gary
Birdsall Surf Art
An excellent collection of surf prints of Australian and USA surf scenes from
the 60's
Surfart.com
- including The Waterman Collection - an online gallery of surfing art:
Ron
Brazil - the art of photography
exquisite surfing photographs, art &
so much more at Ron Brazil.Com:
3.
SURFING PHOTOS & IMAGE
RESOURCES:
LeRoy
Grannis - the Dean of Surfing
Photographers
is now online. And so are his surfing photographs.
This is one of the few times that the word AWESOME
is appropriate!
Since LeRoy's death the website has been
closed down
but you can ask one the family's Facebook Page by clicking on the link below.
Tom
Keck was taking classic surfing photos way
back in the early sixties
and he still is. Visit his site for a blast from the past, through to the
present!
Grant
Rohloff - Surf Photographer & Filmmaker
As one of surfing's top lensmen, Grant recorded some of
the most eloquent images from surfing's Golden Years.
Sadly, Grant passed away in 1989. But thanks to his son Chris,
we are still able to enjoy those classic shots from Grant Rohloff's remarkable collection.
Surfshooter - you've probably
seen this amazing shot doing the rounds.
Now visit the photographer Kurt Jones' website for a LOT more ...
OverTheFalls
Photography
surfing photos,
surfing art ...
4.
FILMS, VIDEOS
& DVDs:
CHRIS BYSTROM
Chris Bystrom was one of surfing's most
creative and prolific filmmakers. He was also a brilliant publisher and entrepreneur.
His tragic death in 2001 left a void which no one could fill, but his son Josh has published a website to keep Chris' legacy alive.
The website is well worth a
visit. In addition to a beautifully written tribute by Josh, the Chris
Bystrom Website gives you
access to a complete list of Chris' films and their release dates, DVDs, back issues of Pacific Longboarder and
Chris' seminal book about the renaissance of longboarding - "The Glide"
- plus posters
and t-shirts.
'The
Shapemakers' DVD
'The
Shapemakers' ...
A classic feature length film by Paul Kraus about surfboard shapers.
A candid view of modern surfboard shaping with interviews
with some of the most influential shapers of our time.
Dale Velzy, Rennie Yater, Dick Brewer, OLE, Billy Hamilton,
Terry Chung, Tom Morey, Midget Farrelly, John Gillis,
Scott Dillon, and Mitchell Rae, all talk story,
and what shaping means to them.
LIQUID
TIME VIDEO ONLINE
A unique film of perfect waves
LIQUID TIME
Alby Falzon says:
"Mind-boggling! I must say I don't think I've seen a film that is so beautiful. If there were Academy Awards given out for photography, editing, concept and music in the surfing arena, Liquid Time would take the lot."
"Fascinating! Those microwaves break new ground in surf film. The music, the complete camera techniques. A superb job." -
George Greenough
The
FAR SHORE:
California, Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, West
Africa, Sahara Desert, Ireland, France & Fiji
In 1972, young Kevin
Naughton and Craig Peterson took to the road with surfboards, camera gear
and an untamable desire for adventure. For ten years they scoured the planet in
search of perfect waves
and the experiences only a traveler on the road encounters.
The FAR SHORE is the
story of their adventures.
|
a
film by david i brown &
roy earnest |
"SURFING FOR LIFE, a vibrant and award-winning one-hour documentary about
inspiring well-spent lives, offers a totally fresh look at successful aging.
Narrated by Beau Bridges, it profiles ten legendary surfers who model healthy
aging by staying active and engaged into their 7th, 8th and 9th decades.
Through interviews, contemporary day-in-the-life footage, and a wealth of
rare archival material, the film provides an eloquent and powerful antidote
to the negative images of aging presented in America's youth-obsessed culture.
Staring: John H. "Doc"
Ball, LeRoy "Granny" Grannis, Woody Brown,
Anona Napoleon, Fred Van Dyke, Rabbit Kekai, Shay Bintliff,
John Kelly, Peter Cole and Eve Fletcher
DVD
& VIDEO AVAILABLE ONLINE FROM SURFING FOR LIFE
Download Surfng Videos on-line
Now you can
DOWNLOAD your choice of surfing films, TV shows and more from this
easy to navigate, easy to use website. So far, I've downloaded several classic
surf films,
as well as Hal Jepsen's groundbreaking, "Skateboard Madness." The
prices are very
reasonable and their downloads are encoded using the H.264/MPEG-4 AVC standard
making them
compatible for playback on your PC or MAC within iTunes, where they can be
synced for playback with a
video iPod or an Apple TV along with a host of other consumer electronic devices
including the Microsoft Xbox 360
Chris Bystrom was a man of immense talent and drive who loved surfing and made it his life's work.
His legacy includes a string of popular surf movies and videos (Blazing Boards, Gravity Sucks,
Soul Patrol, Blazing Longboards, Living Long, to name a few amongst
many).
Surfingsports has the best online collection of Chris's videos
I've found so far.
Click on the logo above
to visit their Chris Bystrom video site
and click on the logo below
to go to their main site,
for more videos and other products.
5.
SURFING BOOKS, MAGAZINES &
POSTERS FOR COLLECTORS:
Joe
Tabler Surfbooks - vintage magazines, books, posters, etc:
Maynard Eshelman's
`Gallery
of Surf Classics´ - posters & lobby cards & other memorabilia
from classic surfing films and feature films, plus the `Collectables Guide 1´
and links to other sites:
An
invaluable resource for researchers, historians & anyone interested in
surfing's rich history:
The world's first printed annotated Surfing Bibliography based on Daved Marsh's The Water Log
Covering surfing literature from Captain Cook(1779) to the latest books on surfing (2004)
A
well presented, well written & richly endowed website that has become one of
my favorites.
Liquid Salt Magazine celebrates the rich diversity of the surfers, photographers, artists, shapers, and the filmmakers that make up the vibrant surfing community. Read about the many personalities who make surfing their art – and their art about surfing. Speaking in their own words, pure and unfiltered.
Books,
magazines, posters ... etc, etc.
This site has the most eclectic & amazing
collection of
surfing and Hawaiiana collectibles that I'm going to
have to add this link under this heading and under
"Buy, sell, trade
anything from boards to memorabilia."
6.
SURFING
NEWS, RESOURCES & REPORTS
CHAT ROOM - LINKS
BUY, SELL, TRADE ANYTHING FROM BOARDS
TO MEMORABILIA:
MR. SURF JUNK - An online surfing
museum with attitude
WetSand.com
is now SurfingMagazine.com, but it's still a comprehensive
one stop resource for the serious surfer. No more stories, no more history,
but
Surf reports, surf travel, online surf shop and links to other online resources.
The Largest Web Guide To Online Surf Sites.
Drop in to over 2,500 links to surfer related web pages.
MellowWave
offers surf links, etiquette, some surfing history
and a second hand surfboard section, and loads more...
including a great page on Surf
Wagons.
Based on the South Coast of the United Kingdom.
News,
resources, reports and much more:
PacificWaverider
- Swell reports, weather, news, views,
buy, sell, classified ads, memorabilia, etc
with an emphasis on the Pacific Coast & Hawai'i:
PacificWaverider
Surfline
Community Forum:
Newquay is the capital of England's surfing scene with 11 beaches stretching over seven miles of golden sand, so it is not surprising that this one-time fishing village has transformed itself into the surfer's paradise.
At Surf Newquay you will find information on Newquay and surrounding area.
This
site has the most eclectic & amazing collection of
surfing and Hawaiiana collectibles that I'm going to
have to add this link under this heading and under
"Surfing books, magazines &
posters for collectors."
Chris Bystrom was a man of immense talent and drive who loved surfing and made it his life's work.
His legacy includes a string of popular surf movies and videos (Blazing Boards, Gravity Sucks,
Soul Patrol, Blazing Longboards, Living Long, to name a few amongst
many).
Surfingsports has the best online collection of Chris's videos
I've found so far.
Click on the logo above
to visit their Chris Bystrom video site
and click on the logo below
to go to their main site,
for more videos and other products.
7.
SURFBOARDS
MANUFACTURERS & RETAILERS: NORTH
PACIFIC CUSTOM SURFBOARDS
Paul
Kraus:
"I've been shaping for 35 years having learned from OLE in the 1960's,
and influenced by Dick Brewer, Bruce Jones and many others, who have been kind enough
to share their knowledge with me. I will build a great board for you too!"
Performance Longboards
60's Retro Style longboards
Shortboards
SURFBOARDS BY THE GREEK
classic designs - leading edge designs
with an emphasis on quality and performance
The amazing TURBO TUNNEL FIN
unbelievable nose rides - powerful turns - faster rides
unlock your board's full potential with the most powerful fin n the world
The Ugly
Bob Purvey Model
An industry standard and a surfing legend for over 40 years.
Now available direct from the
board's original designer - surfer & contest winner, Bob Purvey.
* * * * *
8. UNIQUE, USEFUL AND TRADITIONAL
PRODUCTS & SERVICES FOR SURFERS:
makaha
the skateboard that started it all
The crème de la crème of Polynesian outrigger canoes &
paddles - made in Aotearoa New Zealand by former California lifeguard Kris Kjeldsen
and his team just down the road from me.
Check out their website and take a look at these beautiful canoes - they're ono.
This multi-use personal watercraft is simply amazing. It can be surfed, paddled,
sailed, used for fishing,
diving, exploring, fun ... and can hold up to four people. It comes with an
array of accessories -
including sails, rudder, storage box, seats and even a small electric outboard.
I don't think I've ever seen or heard of anything so versatile and useful.
Rainbow
Sandals - where would I be without them?
Visit
their website by clicking on their logo
or email them at: sales@rainbowsandals.com
Surf sunglasses, prescription water sports
eyewear for
surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing or other water, snow or extreme
sports and conditions. In and out of water. Boating, kayaking, rx,
goggles, wrap around. Wide Selection.
SeaSpecs - Serious sun protection for your
eyes that can be worn while surfing.
Polarized, lightweight, extreme sunglasses specifically designed for outdoor
watersports.
Regular and prescription lenses. Ventilated & draining frames to help keep
lenses from fogging.
We're talking rugged, comfortable, impact resistant construction & full
wraparound frame.
Surfcrazy
An array of products for surf crazy surfers
Hats, t-shirts, posters, surfing stickers, and other surfing products,
plus links to shapers and surfboard makers.
LAST
WAVE ORIGINALS
T-Shirts, Hoodies, Jackets, Hats &
Stickers
Classic Board Gallery, Legends Gallery & Links
Worth a visit to lastwave.com
The Ugly
Clothing Company
Home of hyper-functional, hyper-comfortable board
shorts for serious surfers
- plus T-shirts and caps
TUBESTEAK'S
HALL OF CLOTHING & CURIOS
The BIG KAHUNA branches
out with an eclectic range of apparel, housewares, hats and more.
Everything for the surfer who has everything. Be there or be square ...
Custom
made Ukuleles by Paul Kraus
"I build beautiful traditional Ukuleles, in four sizes; Soprano, Concert, Tenor and Baritone.
I use the finest woods, including Hawaiian Koa, Oregon flamed Mertle and 30 year old Brazilian
Rosewood
The sound, finish details, and ease of playing are wonderful!
Check
out the website.
Call for prices." Ordering info call 707 964-0156
Click Here to send me an Email If
you've got a special vintage surfboard or surf related item you'd like to sell,
contact the people at Surfboard
Collectors
or Wood
Surfboards:
Surf charters through the Mentawais Islands in
Sumatra, Indonesia, aboard the sailing vessel, the "Irish Mist".
Olas Navigator surf charters are extreme surfing expeditions in the Indian Ocean.
Sail your dreams through the Mentawais Islands in Sumatra Indonesia aboard the sailing vessel, the "Irish Mist".
Come experience for yourself your dream surfing experience in some of the best waves on earth.
Worldwide
Surf Travel Agency ... and more!
Nomadsurfers - Worldwide
Surf Travel Agency. Surfcamps, Surfschools, Surf Resorts,
Boat Trips, Kite surf, Wakeboard, Skate, etc...
Your International connection
to surfcamps, surfaris and adventure around the world.
A new travel company that
specializes in surfing ...
with an emphasis on the widest selection of surfing destinations and lowest
prices.
From surf camps, charters, road trips and resorts to complete
vacation packages.
SERF
to SURF - "a new company and brand dedicated to enhancing
the sports and cultures of surfing and related board, beach and water
activities."
(Definitely
worth keeping an eye on as more products are launched ... Bob)
The
Gumby Lock website.
Fin Box Locks, Leash Plug Locks and Key Lanyards for your car keys, etc.
Plus news, surf info, industry contacts and links.
Drop in on good stuff &
surfwear from the Taranaki Coast in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Since 1999 Swell has been
committed to bringing you the best products the surf industry has to offer. From
the necessities to the lifestyle, Swell gets out there to find you the raddest
and highest quality products available. Whether it is boardbags, boardshorts or
bikinis, you should feel 100% confident that we offer the best of the best.
9.
SURFER
LINKS:
10.
SURFER
HOME PAGES:
TUBESTEAK'S
BLOG OF INSANITY!
Let the
truth be known.
Blog site of one of surfdom's best known, funniest and wise
social commentators. Plus links to other surfer blog sites:
http://www.tubesteak.org/blog
(currently unavailable)
11.
SURFING MAGAZINES & ONLINE
SURFING MEDIA:
The
Surfer's Journal
The
Surfers Path - Surfing's
First GREEN
Magazine
Drew
Kampion.com - One
of surfing's most respected journalists and authors is online
with a mix of writings, books and musings. Well worth a left click on the link
...
Surfer
Magazine - the original surfing
magazine
H2o
Magazine
Corky
Carroll's Multi-faceted Site
Pacific
Longboarder Magazine
A blog for surfers
by surfers ...
12.
CLUBS,
ASSOCIATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS: The
Malibu Surfing Association - I first became a member in 1964
and I'm still a member almost 45 years later:
The Hawai'ian Surf
Club:
Surfrider
Foundation: USA
AUSTRALIA
INTERNATIONAL
LINKS:
SURF-AID
- SURFERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
THROUGHOUT THE WORLD:
COALITION
OF SURFING CLUBS:
SAVE
THE NINGALOO REEF
Yet another pristine Australian reef under threat from developers.
You have helped save it! Congratulations ....
13.
CONTESTS
& CONTEST INFORMATION:
14.
SURFING LINKS FOR AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND &
AUSTRALIA:
The
most up-to-date, authoritative & comprehensive surfing guide to New Zealand.
Buy it online at Surf2Surf.com
& don't leave home without it:
THE
website to check out for everything you need to know
and need to stock up on before you head downunder to Aotearoa.
Surfcams, reports, blogs, forums, surfing guides and all
the latest books and visual media.
The classic
guidebook to New Zealand surfing spots:
*A Guide to Surfriding in New Zealand* by
Wayne Warwick:
http://www.winzurf.co.nz/co/com/wwarwick
*ESSENTIAL!
******PLEASE
NOTE: THE EMAIL ADDRESS LISTED ON
THE WINZURF PAGE IS NOT CORRECT - FOR ORDERS
OF THIS BOOK PLEASE CONTACT: <vikings@paradise.net.nz>
New Zealand Surfing Information:
http://www.surf.co.nz
The New Zealand Surfing and Windsurfing Site: http://www.winzurf.co.nz
Snowboarding New Zealand Boarder Zone Surfing & Snowboarders: http://www.boarderzone.com/home.htm
15. AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND - VISITOR INFORMATION
LINKS:
Raglan New
Zealand *****
- Community Website:
http://www.raglan.net.nz
Accommodation - Raglan New Zealand: http://www.raglan.net.nz/accommodation/index.htm
Jasons
Encounter - an outdoor adventure directory for New Zealand.
Adventure activities, eco and nature tourism operators plus access to all of Jasons New Zealand travel information.
Virtual Travel Guide to NZ:
http://www.destination-nz.com
Jasons New Zealand Travel Information:
http://www.jasons.co.nz
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