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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

A Nazaré Wipeout William Santana Won’t Forget Anytime Soon

Alexander Haro
Staff
Opinion

Moana Jones-Wong and John John Florence Win Fantastic Pipe Masters But Something Felt Amiss

Joe Carberry
Staff
Surf

The South Bay Saw Some Pretty Solid Barrels Last Week

Brad Jacobson
Community
Surf

Finals Day at the Vans Pipe Masters Is Live!

Joe Carberry
Staff
Environment

A Group of Scientists Is Advising Against the New Olympic Judging Tower Planned for Teahupo’o

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Opinion

Where Do Kooks Come From?

Sam George
Featured
Surf

Jacob Szekely Surfed Rocky Point With Seemingly Every Pro in the World

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Fukushima Locals Are Still Surfing After Release of Nuclear Plant Wastewater

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Russell Bierke in ‘Outer Edge of Leisure’ Is Necessary Viewing For All Surfers

Alexander Haro
Staff
Gear

C-Monsta Will Help You Level Up Your Wetsuit Drying Routine

Sam Morse
Staff
Gear

We Reviewed the Best Earplugs for Surfing

Daniel Zweier
Featured
Surf

Watch Three Florence Brothers Face Off in One Pipe Masters Heat

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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