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This week's Wave Slider Journal, written by Neal Campbell, is a display of optimism and trust in the idea that "life has a funny way of putting you where you need to be.” 

After you invest in a new surfboard, the second thing you need to buy is a board bag. Unless you want to risk cracking or dinging your favorite toy, a board bag is a necessary part of your quiver.  But with so many types, sizes, and materials available, you may find it difficult to pick just one type of surfboard bag. Your search for the perfect bag ends here. We’ve broken down the different types of board bags, the pros & cons of each, average costs, and best uses for each. But let’s start with the most obvious question.  What type of surfboard bag should I get? With a few different types of board bags available, you may be wondering...

Introducing the Wave Sliders Journal, Entry 01. Welcome to The Wave Sliders Journal. Jack here, writing entry numero uno of a little series called The Wave Sliders Journal – a compilation of weekly stoke hitting your inbox that will explore the path of simplicity, surf, travel, and craftsmanship. Like the daily journal many of us keep, the weekly flow will be open to change, it will be open to many other authors with unique perspectives and contemplations on surfing, the world around us, and life's difficulties along with plenty of moments of joy, love, and peace. The moments when things fall apart and the moments when things come together. Entries on good waves and bad waves and how the Ocean, or the...

Surfboards are an investment. And if you’re smart, you protect your investments so they can grow with you over time. The best way to protect your board is with a surfboard bag or sock. But in the battle of surfboard sock vs. bag, who wins? Which one should you choose? Is one better than the other?  We’re going to answer all of those questions for you. We’ll break down all of the difference between bags and socks: the materials, size & fit, best uses, and costs for each one. And by the end, you’ll know exactly what’s right for you and your quiver.  Surfboard Bag vs. Sock - What’s the difference? Sometimes it feels like the world is out to...

Aside from claiming barrels and scoring empty waves with your homies, there are few better things out there for surfers than planning a surf trip. The excitement of deciding which tropical destination to jet off to during the winter months is a feeling that cannot be explained.  Searching for waves in remote locations takes a toll on both you and the environment. And while you may be equipped to handle it, the environment often isn’t. But if you plan your stay at an eco-friendly surf resort, you can travel sustainably while maintaining a true sense of adventure.  Not sure what to look for in a surf resort? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. From luxurious villas to on-site ocean conservation...