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Michael Kramer: a traveling architect and a passionate surfer gone too soon | Photo: Kramer Family Archive

'Underneath This Tan': a tribute to a fallen surfer friend

On November 26, 2021, I lost one of my best friends, Michael Kramer.

Filipe Toledo: fired up and covered up at Teahupoo | Photo: ISA

First eliminations determined for surfing in Paris 2024 Olympic Games

The pressure went up, and emotions rose on the second day of surfing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Siqi Yang: the Chinese made her Olympic debut at Teahupoo | Photo: ISA

Olympic surfing at Teahupoo kicks off with great waves

Over 15,000 kilometers from the host city, Olympic surfing debuted for Paris 2024 in the deep blue waters of French Polynesia.

Air-lubricated surfboards: a concept developed by the genius of Tom Morey | Illustration: SurferToday.com

The curious case of the air-lubricated surfboard

Tom Morey (1935-2021) is one of the most influential personalities in surfing history.

Kai McKenzie: the up-and-coming Australian surfer was attacked by a great white shark at North Shore Beach near Port Macquarie, New South Wales | Photo: Beau

Kai McKenzie attacked by great white shark in Port Macquarie

Twenty-three-year-old surfer Kai McKenzie suffered a severe shark attack off the coast of North Shore Beach near Port Macquarie, New South Wales.

Original Surfer: an eccentric, fun, summery, outgoing font that breathes the California sound and surfing lifestyle

The story behind Brian Bonislawsky's 'Original Surfer' font

Brian J. Bonislawsky is a very discreet and off-the-radar font designer. Nevertheless, his professional experience and legacy are rich and spread throughout the world.