Gear Review: Sun Bum

When you spend a weekend out in the sun, you’re going to want to protect yourself or you will have a nasty little burn come Monday. Sun Bum has created some great products to not only “protect your lazy ass” from mother nature’s glare, but also to revive you with a nice cool down at the end of the day.  » CONTINUE »

Surfer: Ryan Hipwood

Gold Coast Native Aussie Ryan Hipwood… » CONTINUE »

Renan Ozturk: The Healer

Last Year, Renan Ozturk The North Face sponsored climber and videographer suffered a skull fracture, partially collapsed lung, and fractured vertebrae when he fell off a cliff while backcountry skiing near Jackson, Wyoming.  Now he’s back outside, rocking adventures mere mortals only dream about.  » CONTINUE »

Gear Review: Oakley Gascan

The Oakley Gascan sunglasses offer a great fit, sitting snugly against your head without slipping. The Gascan fit is perfect if you have the face for them. With lens quality as sharp as you’re accustomed to with Oakley and the right amount of tint, these glasses are great for bike rides, hikes, and everyday life. » CONTINUE »

Shark Attack in Puerto Rico

When planning a surf trip to Puerto Rico the hazards that come to mind  are sea urchins, shallow reefs, the annoying little “pichu-pichu”, or “sea lice”, the local Sticky fingers, and local attitudes… Sharks, well you don’t pay ‘em any mind because “there’s never been a shark attack on a surfer”. » CONTINUE »

The CLYMB members only gear shop

The Clymb: invitation only, private member network for dedicated outdoor enthusiasts, athletes, and professionals including climbers, hikers, runners, bikers, paddlers, snowboarders, and skiers. » CONTINUE »

Out of the office…

We are out of the office.. but still working. » CONTINUE »

Rob Machado Signature Fin

Rob is designing again (remember his flip-flops) and as always environmental renewability is on his mind. Robs new bamboo core fins represent yet another step forward for our environment.  » CONTINUE »

Jellyfish Lake in the Republic of Palau

Thousands of years ago jellyfish became trapped in a natural basin on Eli Malk island in the Republic of Palau when the ocean receded. With no predators amongst them for thousands of years, these jelly fish have thrived and multiplied. » CONTINUE »

Beginners Surfboard Buyer’s Guide

Looking for your first surfboard? Not sure what all of those sizes, board shapes, and names mean? Surfboards, like other sporting equipment, are actually much more complex than many people would think. That’s where we come into the picture! Everything you need to know to buy a new stick  » CONTINUE »