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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

Here’s How to Make Flat Water Stand-Up Paddling Way More Exciting

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

Do Crowds Make Wave Pools Even More Fun?

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Koa Rothman Has the Final Word at Maxing Cloudbreak

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

The Best Surf Trips to Take in June: Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Alex Hickman
Branded
Surf

Kelly Slater Wave Co.’s Battle for the Olympics Isn’t Over Yet; Here’s Everything We Know

Dylan Heyden
Featured
Surf

Watch This Epic Paddle Battle Between Jordy Smith and Gabriel Medina

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

When the Wedge Turns On, Everyone Comes to the Party

Steve Mara
Community
Surf

Kelis Kaleopaa and a Dreamy Little Waikiki Session

The Inertia
Staff
Mountain

Photographer Mark McInnis’ Personal Tragedy Inspired His Fantastic Career

Shelby Stanger
Community
Surf

With a Little Work, It’s Still Possible to Find Untouched Portuguese Perfection

The Inertia
Staff
Surf

This Is What the Coldest Surf Film Festival on Earth Looks Like

Alicja Cupial-Nurnberg
Community
News

WSL Live Streams to Move Exclusively to Facebook Starting at J-Bay

Dylan Heyden
Featured
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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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