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This WSL Finals Could Be the Start of a Caity Simmers Dynasty

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Opinion

It’s Time to Give Jordy Smith a Little More Love

Ben Mondy
Community
Opinion

Are Smart Surf Cams Good, Bad, or Downright Evil for Surfing?

Owen James Burke
Community
Opinion

The Story of Ivanka Trump and the Beachboy

Sam George
Featured
Opinion

Is There Any Incentive for the WSL to Give 35-Year-Old Julian Wilson a CS Wildcard?

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Opinion

Despite Hiker’s Death on Half Dome, Alex Honnold Thinks the Cable Route Should Remain; I Agree

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Opinion

The 10 Dumbest Things Surfers Do

Sam George
Featured
Opinion

Filipe and Gabe Are Dead Wrong: Olympic Surfing Doesn’t Belong in a Wave Pool

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Opinion

Gabriel Medina’s Iconic Olympic Photo Is Misunderstood

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Opinion

What’s Wrong With Olympic Surfing?

Sam George
Featured
Opinion

5 Things We’ve Learned From the 2024 Championship Tour

Ben Mondy
Community
Opinion

Why Competitive Surfing Wouldn’t Be the Same Without Italo Ferreira

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
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Founded in 2010, The Inertia is the definitive voice of surf and outdoors. We approach the natural world and its devoted culture with curiosity, optimism, and respect. We take pride in bringing our passion for the oceans and mountains to life through original films, reporting, and monumental gatherings. We aim to make a positive impact on our planet through partnerships with nonprofits working hard to preserve earth’s sacred places.

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