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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

Sunny Garcia GoFundMe Offers Glimmer of Hope for World Champ

Joe Carberry
Staff
Surf

Is There Anyone Who Does Mexico Better Than Jamie O’Brien?

The Inertia
Staff
Gear

The Nixon Base Tide Pro: A Super Durable Surf Watch That Will Keep Your Spouse Happy

Dylan Heyden
Featured
Surf

Here’s What Makes the Wave at Keramas So Special

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

John John, Medina, and Co. Put in a CT Super Sesh at Keramas

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Southern California Woman Talks About Surviving Shark Attack and Las Vegas Shooting

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Nathan Florence Wins the World’s Most Terrifying Surf Contest

Dylan Heyden
Featured
Surf

Red Bull Cape Fear Is Looming, So Here’s a Look at 2016’s Craziest Wipeouts

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

A Finless Party Session at Lowers With Kalani Robb and Tyler Stanaland

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Is This a Malibu Shark Rescue or an Elaborate Prank?

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Filipe Toledo, Barron Mamiya, and Yadin Nicol Absolutely SCORED In Panama

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Here’s a Secret Irons Brothers Section from Taylor Steele’s ‘Campaign’

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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