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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

Stephanie Gilmore Has Her Very Own Barbie Doll

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Gold Coast Carnage: 2 Minutes of Wipeouts from Summer 2026

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

One of the Gnarliest Nazaré Wipeouts You’ll Ever See Happened Yesterday

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Russia Has Entered the Surf Park Race With Home-Grown Beginner Wave

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Taj Burrow on Legacy, Family, and Life After the Tour

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

The Surf Around Los Angeles In February Was Solid

Brad Jacobson
Community
Surf

World Surf League Announces 4-Stop Longboard Tour, World Title Format Change

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

20 Minutes of Kelly Slater Surfing in Bali Over the Last 6 Years

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Santa Cruz Man Pleads Not Guilty to Alleged Surf Rage Stabbing

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Surfer’s Eye Is a Badge Of Honor

Nicklas Balboa
Community
Surf

New Olympic Qualification Opens Door for Surfers Like Kelly Slater and John John Florence

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Taj Burrow Put Himself in Serious Danger While Rescuing Other Surfers

Evan Quarnstrom
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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