APEX Surfboard Review Charlie from Long Beach, New York introduces himself and shares his experience with the Apex 9'6" surfboard with the South Shore performance rake. He explains how the performance rake was a game changer for him, as it made the board come alive in overhead surf with offshore winds. He describes how the hard rail in the back allows the board to turn like a shortboard, and how the narrow nose cuts through choppy waves. Charlie also notes that, despite its size, the board is as good as any of his other high-performance longboards. He mentions that he...

Between the endless right-hand sand points near Salina Cruz and the “Mexican Pipeline at Zicatella Beach in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca Mexico For all those who have been wondering where the North Shore’s hardest chargers go during the summer, look no further than Oaxaca, Mexico. Oaxaca is ground zero for southern hemisphere barrels—and the past two weeks have been going absolutely bonkers down there. Pretty much the entire month of May has been absolutely firing in Central America and Mexico, and Puerto has been getting the brunt of the swell. A steady stream of five to six feet of swell at...

Cherry Picker Surfboard Review Travis Richardson shares his experience with the Cherry Picker 84, specifically designed for bigger surfers. Standing at 6'3" and weighing 250 pounds, Travis explains how the 84 volume is slightly less than what he's used to with his classic longboards but appreciates the improved maneuverability it offers. He highlights the unique tail design, resembling a spoiler, that provides excellent grip for nose rides and quick release for powerful turns. Travis also discusses the fin setups he uses, depending on the wave conditions. He mentions surfing at Beach, where the Cherry Picker excels in catching waves and...