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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

World Surf League Unveils 2023 Challenger Series Schedule

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

This Swimwear Designer Shares How She Makes Secure, Sustainable Suits

Rebecca Parsons
Staff
Surf

‘The Greatest Surf Movie in the Universe’ is Coming Soon

Rebecca Parsons
Staff
Surf

Bethany Hamilton Announces Baby Number Four

Rebecca Parsons
Staff
News

Australian Surfer Blake Johnston Smashed World Record for Longest Surf Session

Alexander Haro
Staff
Features

What Makes Surf Music, Surf Music?

Ella Boyd
Featured
Surf

Nathan Florence Tests Out His Freshly Healed Broken Back at Big Haleiwa

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Kelly Slater Pops Up in Ericeira for a Free Surf After the Pro Portugal Event

Alexander Haro
Staff
News

Rip Curl Announces B Corp Certification; Commits to Raise Business Standards

Ella Boyd
Featured
Features

6 Classic Surfboards That Gave Us a Glimpse Of The Future

Sam George
Featured
Surf

Raw Footage of Josh Kerr Surfing a 5’2″ Twin Fin on Bali’s East Coast

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Alana Blanchard Shows What She Eats in a Day as a Vegan Pro Surfer and Mom

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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