Waterspot: How surfing goes hand in glove with boxing
Boxing is more about timing, speed and balance than punching power. And there is something about the stance that is familiar.
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Waterspot: The Irons men, a surfing dynasty
I first became aware of Rick Irons while watching “Surf’s Up” on TV in the mid ’60s.
Waterspot: Remembering Tom Morey, creator of the Boogie Board
He lived life joyfully and on his own terms while making the world a better place. He passed away Oct. 14 at the age of
Waterspot: Surfboards worthy of the Takayama name
The late, great Donald Takayama came to prominence in a time when many of the best surfers shaped their own surfboards.
Waterspot: Dane’s Speed Demon
These board shapes are a bit strange looking at first, but then again so was the Corvette Stingray the first time I saw it.
Waterspot: Super Girls rule
Those who surfed in the 14th annual Super Girl Surf Pro two weekends ago showed spectacular ability in all aspects of the sport.
Waterspot: Checking state of pro surfing in general, the Brazilians in particular
Unlike a few years ago, Brazilians now dominate surfing’s professional ranks.
Waterspot: Mouth pollution
This foul menace contaminates lineups internationally like an oil spill.
Waterspot: Who is Eric Huffman?
There was this guy Bird whom I met decades ago while surfing the La Jolla reefs that he rode with passion, regularity and, often, brilliance.
Waterspot: An all-American big-wave family
I would follow the Ropers anywhere except into the deep, dark waters where they have made their timeless reputations.
