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13 Best Surf Destinations in the World

Every surfer worth their salt has a different favourite wave depending on his/her style, preferences and abilities. This makes creating an ultimate list of ‘best surf destinations in the world’ extremely tricky, as one surfer’s dream wave can be another’s nemesis! 
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Ocean Magic’s Top Picks of The Best Surfboards 2023

From high-performance shortboards to versatile longboards and everything in between, several surfboards generated a buzz in the surf community last year so we thought we’d put together our top pick of the best surfboards in 2023.
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Ultimate Intermediate Surfboard Guide

Different surfboards are designed for different wave conditions and skill levels, and it's crucial to choose the right board for you and your ability. If you’re an intermediate surfer looking to improve, then read our intermediate surfboard guide for all the hints and tips you need to enjoy the waves more than ever before. 
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Top Surfing Destinations UK: A Guide for Wave Enthusiasts

Surfers are always on the lookout for consistent, powerful waves that can provide an exhilarating ride. With a wide range of incredible surf breaks suitable for surfers of all levels, the UK's surf scene is thriving.
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Ultimate Beginner Surfboard Guide 

Picking the wrong first surfboard is one of the most common mistakes beginner surfers make, so read on as we explore which surfboard is best for beginners and discover which type of board will work best for you and your local break
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Wetsuits: A Brief History

Originally developed to protect divers while underwater, the wetsuit is an important piece of technology that was designed to fit like a second skin, protecting against the cold and hazards such as sharp objects and chemicals.
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How to Protect our Sea, Beaches and Coastlines

We all need to look after our environment, especially the ocean. Protecting our sea, beaches and coastlines is of paramount importance to the future of the planet.
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Surfboard Storage: The Ultimate Guide

Surfboards can be costly, but like every high-value item, they can last for years if the proper care is taken. Storing your surfboard properly at home means it will also perform better.
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Vitamin Sea: Health Benefits of the Ocean

Every surf enthusiast has respect for the ocean, its beauty and its sheer power, but did you know that being in and around the sea can have a really positive effect on your health?
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Nazare: A 100 Foot Wave

The beach resort of Nazaré in Portugal used to be almost deserted in winter – but now it’s the global centre of big wave surfing. Pro-surfer Garrett McNamara has put the former fishing village on the map, chronicling its transformation in the 2021 documentary, 100 Foot Wave.
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King of the Waves

The royal family has a long association with surfing, starting with King Edward VIII in the early 20th century. King Charles III is also a long-time surfer and windsurfer, who has enjoyed the waves at beaches all over the world.
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5 of the World’s Deadliest Waves

Some surfers are known for their daring feats on some of the biggest waves on the planet. Given the level of skill needed to surf waves of up to 100 ft, it’s amazing more aren’t seriously injured or even killed.
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The Rise of Women’s Surfing

To establish themselves in the male-dominated surfing world, women have faced many challenges over the years. As recently as 30 years ago, the women’s world champion surfer received no prize money and a damaged trophy!
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The Ideal Time to Surf

If you’ve surfed in the same locations for years, experience will have taught you the best tide times. However, when you’re a beginner, how do you know whether high or low tide is preferable?
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5 Exercises To Increase Your Surfing Endurance

As a surfer, it can sometimes be frustrating when you want to surf, but your body doesn’t want to play the game. A full-body sport, it requires discipline, training and stamina. Surfers are continually pushing themselves to their limits, making it an exhausting sport, regardless of experience.
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Surfing: Safety First

A very popular sport, there are around 500,000 surfers in the UK alone and at least 18 million worldwide. According to the International Surfing Association, there may be as many as 35 million, if you include occasional surfers who go out at least once a month.
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All About The Cribbar

Newquay’s biggest surfing spot, the Cribbar, isn’t for the faint-hearted. Located alongside Fistral Beach, its 30-40 ft waves are famous for attracting top surfers.
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A Surfers Guide to Reading the Waves

Recognising the perfect wave adds an extra skill level to a surfer’s repertoire, as they decide in an instant which to catch and which to let go. The question is, how do you know what the “ideal wave” looks like?

Surfing: The Health Benefits

Did you know that as well as being an enjoyable activity, surfing has many physical and mental health benefits? From working your muscles and breathing in the fresh air, to completing a cardio workout and improving your sleep quality, surfing is the solution to your wellbeing in multiple ways. Read on to find out more about the health benefits of surfing…
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Nigel Semmens: Surfing Champion

Nigel Semmens, a champion surfer from Cornwall, has spent more than 40 years making high quality surfboards. His amazing achievements in the water are matched by his shaping skills – turning his bespoke surfboards into a work of art revered by surfers all over the world.

10 Waves For Your Surf Bucket List

Hitting the best waves is every surfer’s dream. There are hundreds of amazing and famous waves out there and it would probably be impossible for one person to try them all! It’s a constant matter of debate where you’ll find the ultimate thrill, so regular surfers have spent hours discussing what would make up their top ten waves in the world.

The Surfboard: A Brief History

Surfing is a popular worldwide sport and according to the International Surfing Association, there are an estimated 23 million people taking part across the globe. In the United States, there are around 2.8 million surfers, while there are 1.7 million in Australia and 500,000 in the United Kingdom.

Surfing World Records

Surfing is a great sport that’s highly competitive – so it’s no surprise that the people who take part will often set and challenge records. The commitment and passion exhibited by surfers, who are taking on the power of nature and the oceans, make surfing into an extreme sport, which tests the limits of the participants.

Nicaragua: A Surfers Paradise

Nicaragua is one of the greatest places on earth to surf. Located in the Pacific Ocean and bordered by the Caribbean, Honduras and Costa Rica, it has an ideal tropical climate. Warm water and perfect waves, combined with stunning scenery and delicious cuisine, make Nicaragua a surfers’ paradise.

Surfers Against Sewage: The Uphill Battle

Surfers are facing an uphill battle against high levels of plastic pollution in our oceans. Carelessly discarded plastic waste has been described as our planet's "biggest ever challenge".
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John John Florence: Surfing World Champion

John John Florence has been hailed as one of the greatest surfers of all time. A major force in Hawaiian surfing, he won two consecutive World Championships in 2016 and 2017

Fistral Beach: Cornwall’s Premier Surf Spot

Fistral beach in Newquay is the most popular surfing destination in the United Kingdom. Often dubbed the capital of British surfing, it is located on the north Cornish coast, between Towan Beach and Crantock.
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