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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

Surf

Check Out This Highlight Reel from The J-Bay Classic Trials

Cooper Gegan
Staff
News

Para Surfing Denied Inclusion in Los Angeles Paralympics

Cooper Gegan
Staff
News

Surfer Vahine Fierro Carries Olympic Torch During Tour Of French Polynesia

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

John John Florence on the Process of Becoming the Best In the World

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Nate Florence Scores the ‘Biggest Lance’s Right’ He’s Ever Surfed

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Watch Matahi Drollet Jump Over Joan Duru’s Discarded Surfboard in a Teahupo’o Pit

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
News

Mentawai Resort Owner Tragically Perishes at Rags Surf Break

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Picture Perfect Balangan on June 11th Is the Stuff Surf Dreams Are Made Of

Alexander Haro
Staff
News

Check Out These Insane Supercar-Inspired Jet Skis

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Tim Bonython Documents a ‘Postcard Perfect’ Day at Teahupo’o

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Features

A Rationalization of Surfing’s Wonderful Lawlessness

Brian Sousa
Community
Surf

Sandy’s Shorebreak Is Exclusively for the Maniacs

Juan Hernandez
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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