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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

News

Gabriel Medina, Sally Fitzgibbons Win 2024 ISA World Surfing Games, Brazil Tops Team Rankings

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

5 Olympic Qualifiers Confirmed at ISA World Surfing Games

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Caity Simmers, Mason Ho, and Coco Ho Take Over a North Shore Lineup

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Jesse Mendes Talks Early Retirement and the Art of Surf Commentating

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Filipe Toledo and a Glimpse Into His Life When Everything Was Simpler

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

‘Teahupo’o Surf Camp: Road to Paris 2024’ Is Available to Watch For Free

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

10 Minutes of Surf Footage With the South Bay at Its Finest

Brad Jacobson
Community
Surf

Tucker Wooding Gives us Another Look at an All-Time Paddle Session at Jaws

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Craig Anderson On a Twin Fin: Add Another Clip to Your Mind Surf Vault

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Koa Rothman and Friends Score a Super Rare North Shore Sandbar

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Kai Lenny Says ‘Traumatic’ Backdoor Shootout Wipeout Was the Worst Injury of His Career

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Caitlin Simmers: a Look Back at Her First-Ever CT Victory at Supertubos

Alexander Haro
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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