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Surf

Rob and Kelly Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Surfing’s Greatest High Five

Wednesday December 16, 2015

And The Inertia's 5th birthday!

The Inertia
Staff
Creators

Leah Dawson Might Save Women’s Surfing

Tuesday November 10, 2015

“My biggest compliment is not that I surf like a man, but that I surf like a woman.”

Zach Weisberg
Staff
Surf

ICON: Alex Gray

Tuesday December 23, 2014

By dealing with the death of his brother through a heroin overdose, Alex Gray personifies the resilience of the human spirit in chasing the ocean's outer limits through surfing giant waves.

The Inertia
Staff
Films

HI-5: The True Story of Rob Machado, Kelly Slater, and Surfing’s Greatest Heat

Tuesday December 15, 2015

The true story behind one of the most iconic moments in surfing: Rob Machado and Kelly Slater's high five.

The Inertia
Staff

Surf

Environment

Congress Aims to Ban Black Market Shark Fin Sales Nationwide

Lauren Dunn
Community
Surf

How to Land One of the Most Coveted Jobs on the Planet: Tavarua Boatman

Ken Lewis
Community
Photos

Summer Vibes Are in Full Effect on the Jersey Shore

Tim Torchia
Community
Culture

Australian Photog Fran Miller on Her Favorite Shot Ever and Shooting Women versus Men

Dylan Heyden
Featured
Surf

24 Hours of Picture-Perfect Bali

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Dawn Patrols Are the Best Preparation for Everyday Life

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Listen to Kelly Slater and Boat Captain Martin Daly Discuss Their Relationship Born From Exploration

The Inertia
Staff
News

Round 3 of the OK Fiji Pro Was an Absolute Bloodbath

Dylan Heyden
Featured
News

Silvana Lima Wins the 2017 Los Cabos Open of Surf

David Flores
Community
News

Local Paper Uncovers String of Illegal Surf Schools in Santa Monica

Dylan Heyden
Featured
Photos

Capturing the Cold, Beautiful Gems of Scotland

Adam El Naggar
Community
Surf

Watch Seabass Play a Mean Ukulele on a Fiji Down Day

The Inertia
Staff
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The Inertia
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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