Hawaiian South Shore’s writer and resident big wave expert Matt Rott has been involved in a number of creative, surf-related projects over the years, including Surfline’s recent viral film series Maps to Nowhere. One of his lesser known projects is a surfing ABCs book that he has helped a friend named Miguel Sanchez develop. While the book is obviously geared toward kids learning their ABCs, it also features illustrations of core surf terms and concepts, and is based on Miguel’s experiences living on a remote Pacific island with Matt, where Matt introduced him to the ocean and helped him learn...

As a lifelong surfer, surf shop owner, and all-around enthusiast of the sport, I am always looking for ways to improve my performance in the water and on waves.   A lot of what goes into good surfing can only be learned from hundreds of hours in the water, but once in a while I stumble on a piece of advice that is easy to implement and that has an oversized impact on how I surf. Usually, these tips are pretty intuitive and common sense, but also something that I simply haven’t managed to articulate myself.   How to Improve...

Content Overview The Evolution of the MR Twin + 1 Fin Key Features and Benefits Construction and Design Who Is the MR Twin + 1 Fin Suitable For? Why Choose the MR Twin + 1 Fin? Surfing enthusiasts in Honolulu, Hawaii, and around the world are always on the lookout for the perfect fin setup that offers both speed and control. Enter the Mark Richards (MR) Twin + 1 Fin, a revolutionary design that combines the best features of a twin fin and a thruster. This blog post delves into the intricacies of the MR Twin + 1 Fin, exploring...