Author Archives: Reid Levin

About: Reid Levin

The Inertia Editorial Intern

A born East Coaster, he has since relocated to San Diego, where he enjoys surfing, writing, and considers himself a connoisseur of post-surf burritos. If he could selfishly have one wish granted, it would be to turn up the water temperature in the Pacific.

Stephanie Gilmore Slays Surf Stereotypes on CNN

Wednesday, April 10th, 2013

In a recent CNN feature, Steph Gilmore sets the record straight about the unfortunate image cast by Hollywood movies, blanket statements and ugly stereotypes about the gross misconception surrounding the sport and its players.

New ASP CEO Paul Speaker Outlines the Future of Pro Surfing

Thursday, March 21st, 2013

The ASP has a new CEO—Paul Speaker, and yesterday he announced the ASP’s vision for the future of professional surfing to a cadre of surf media reporters.

The San Diego Surf Film Festival Strikes Back

Monday, March 11th, 2013

“Photos and films of home breaks are what speak to me the loudest,” says Pierce Kavanagh. “Seeing the lone palm in the background, the grinding womp, or familiar houses on the beach with the realization that this is my home is what really does it for me.”

Departure: An Art Show

Monday, February 4th, 2013

Derek Dunfee, Julian Martin, and Soren Heil wrapped up an impressive art show in Leucadia last week. As Sören put it, “It’s about having a heightened sense of awareness and capturing the fleeting moments of life.”

The Five Tenets of Great Style

Thursday, January 24th, 2013

Great style has five fundamental characteristics, and five surfers embody said qualities. And..here they are. Feel free to add your own.

2012: Year of Parko? Yes Indeed!

Saturday, December 15th, 2012

Joel Parkinson claimed his first event win of the year where it mattered the most and hoisted two of the most prestigious trophies in surfing all in the same hour.

Tim Bessell: Shaping Stoke Since 1971

Friday, November 16th, 2012

I learned to ride waves on a friend’s classic 9’0” Bessell longboard. I had to meet the man responsible for my stoke — Tim Bessell. He and I sat down in his modern art museum of an office. This is his story…

Nick Rozsa, The Humanitarian

Saturday, July 28th, 2012

Nick Rozsa’s decision to raise awareness for homelessness is admirable. I hope his efforts don’t go unnoticed.

2012: The Year of Parko?

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

I believe this is Parko’s year because his smooth, in-control, and powerful style affords him high scores in various conditions.

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