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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

‘That’s Caroline’ Tells the Story of Caroline Marks’ Rise to Championship Tour Fame

Will Sileo
Staff
Surf

What to Expect at the Narrabeen Classic with Joe Turpel and Richie Lovett

Will Sileo
Staff
Health

So, You’re Getting Ear Surgery? Here’s What To Expect

Sunde White
Community
Surf

‘This Is the Beginning of My New Life’: Koa Rothman Tries Out His New Neck After Surgery

The Inertia
Staff
Features

The Miami Surf Scene Described by 3 of Its Most Colorful Locals

Dylan Fleming
Community
Surf

A 17-Second Clip of a Single, Dreamy Longboard Wave at Nias

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Explore South African Music, Art, and Surfing in Mikey February’s ‘Sonic Souvenirs’

Will Sileo
Staff
Photos

A Broken Back at Pipe Opened Up a New World of Opportunities for Photographer Nick Gruen

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Barton Lynch Had a Beautiful Answer When Asked If Surfing Is Sport or Art

The Inertia
Staff
Features

Rusty Preisendorfer Explains Everything You Need to Know About Surfboard Glass

Rusty Preisendorfer
Featured
Surf

Watch Gabriel Medina’s Ridiculous Air at the Newcastle Cup

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Jamie O’Brien Is Body Surfing Again After Knee Surgery

The Inertia
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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