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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

Exploring the Early Days of New Zealand Surfing

The Inertia
Staff
Features

Vlogs, Pro Surfers, and a Love-Hate Relationship

Ben Mondy
Community
Surf

Meet the OVA, Firewire’s Newest Addition to the Quiver

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Is 2022 the Year Filipe Toledo Wins a World Title?

The Inertia
Staff
Photos

The Inertia Film & Photo Challenge 2022 Finalists: Lineups

The Inertia
Staff
Photos

The Inertia Film & Photo Challenge 2022 Finalists: Emerge

The Inertia
Staff
Photos

The Inertia Film & Photo Challenge 2022 Finalists: Black & White

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Nathan Florence and a Super Heavy Shipstern Bluff Paddle Session

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Ben Gravy Caught One of the Best Ferry Waves of His Life; Then Got Dropped In On

The Inertia
Staff
Gear

Are Foam Boards Better for the Environment Than Fiberglass?

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

A New Film With Michael and Coco Ho Explores the Importance of Family in Surfing

Will Sileo
Staff
Surf

Here’s Why ‘Kook Shaming’ Is Ridiculous

Will Sileo
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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