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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

Alana Blanchard Speaks About Finding Balance as a Mom and a Professional Surfer

Alexander Haro
Staff
News

Ben Gravy Discusses Localism and Whether It’s Justified

Joe Carberry
Staff
News

Over 90% of Marine Animals in NSW Shark Nets Weren’t the Target Species

Alexander Haro
Staff
Features

Local Legend: Why Surfing the Same Spot Every Day Makes You Happy

Brian Sousa
Community
Surf

Lakey Peak’s Bronson Meydi Is Delivering On the ‘Next Big Thing’ Hype

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Nathan Florence Surfs Razor-Sharp, Barnacle-Encrusted West Oz Slab

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Comedy

Raglan Surf Report Depicts Best Surf Bodyskater In The World

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Slater, Fanning, Gilmore, Parko, and Occy Compete In Snapper Rocks World Champ’s Super Heat

Alexander Haro
Staff
Mountain

Check Out This Peak-Baggin’, Wave Sackin’ 6×6 Expedition Vehicle

Phil Kockerbeck
Community
Surf

Lakey Peterson Reflects on Mid-Season Cut and 2025 Wildcard

Cooper Gegan
Staff
News

Bruce Irons Posts Update From Psychedelic-Assisted Treatment Facility

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Ben Gravy Gives Six-Week Update on Bicep Tendon Repair Surgery

Cooper Gegan
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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