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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

The Salty Crew Hooks Up With Legendary Brain Conley to Score Perfect Waves and Massive Tuna

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Film Review: ‘Birth of the Endless Summer’ Is a Must-Watch Documentary

Alexander Haro
Staff
News

Nathan Florence Suffers Nasty Elbow Injury While Surfing in Indonesia

Joe Carberry
Staff
Surf

There’s a Florence Family Reunion Happening at J-Bay

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Tim Bonython Returns to Cape Solander to Face The Fear

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

‘Chasing The Unicorn’ Documents Surfing in Mozambique

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Jacob Szekely Gets Towed Into Tiny Waves For Massive Airs

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Comedy

The Questions People Ask Google About Surfers Are Hilarious

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Mason Ho Discusses the Origins of His YouTube Channel

Cooper Gegan
Staff
News

Kelly Slater Gives a Definitive Answer on Whether He’ll Be the Next WSL CEO

Joe Carberry
Staff
Surf

Jamie O’Brien Returns to A Perfect Tahitian Break To Get Barreled

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Comedy

Otter vs. Surfer: Explaining the Recent Spate of Localism Gone Wild

Sam George
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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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