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It may not seem that way to surfers in Florida, which boasts more shark attacks than anywhere else on the planet, but the statement is true: "Humans are top predators too, and they pose more of a danger to sharks than sharks do to people."That's the first paragraph of a column written by Wendy B. Dial of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission. She adds: "Some anglers love to catch and kill sharks just for the thrill, while people harvest most sharks primarily for their meat, fins, hides and..... More >
In case you missed it, Australia's Stephanie Gilmore defeated Hawaii's Melanie Bartels in the final of the season-opening Roxy Pro, in two- to three-foot surf at Snapper Rocks in Queensland, Australia.The reason you may have is that Gilmore winning barely registers as news. Gilmore, 22, dominates the ASP Women's World Tour in almost the same convincing manner seven-time world champion Layne Beachley once dominated the women's tour, and nine-time world champion Kelly Slater once dominated the..... More >
The brazen murder Saturday of a U.S. consulate employee and her husband in the violent Mexican border city of Juarez could deal another strong blow to tourism in Mexico during and beyond its important Spring Break period, as the country has fallen under a travel warning issued by the U.S. Department of State.The warning came Sunday, a day after Lesley Enriquez and her husband, Arthur Redelf were gunned down by suspected drug traffickers as they left a children’s birthday party in Juarez...... More >
In the wake of the trumpeted arrival of Zaffa phenom, Jordy Smith, onto the world stage a few short years back, the South African surf scene—one that had been stifled by politics in the past—began taking steps back into the world's vision. We're now looking at two surfers flying the South African flag in the forms of Jordy Smith and Travis Logie on the World Tour, but who, you ask, will carry the Zaffa flag in the coming years? His name is Beyrick De Vries, and he's one hell of a..... More >
In the nearly eight years I've lived in the mid Pacific metropolis that is Honolulu, I've made it a point to get to know the city on a first-name business. I've meandered through the alleyways on King Street, dined on the nearly still-beating fillets of ahi at the docks, but sadly, in my tenure here, I've largely ignored the legislative section of the city. That changed this week when I interviewed Senator Fred Hemmings, the state senate minority leader, from his corner office overlooking..... More >
In the nearly eight years I've lived in the mid Pacific metropolis that is Honolulu, I've made it a point to get to know the city on a first-name business. I've meandered through the alleyways on King Street, dined on the nearly still-beating fillets of ahi at the docks, but sadly, in my tenure here, I've largely ignored the legislative section of the city. That changed this week when I interviewed Senator Fred Hemmings, the state senate minority leader, from his corner office overlooking..... More >
In the nearly eight years I've lived in the mid Pacific metropolis that is Honolulu, I've made it a point to get to know the city on a first-name business. I've meandered through the alleyways on King Street, dined on the nearly still-beating fillets of ahi at the docks, but sadly, in my tenure here, I've largely ignored the legislative section of the city. That changed this week when I interviewed Senator Fred Hemmings, the state senate minority leader, from his corner office overlooking..... More >
In the nearly eight years I've lived in the mid Pacific metropolis that is Honolulu, I've made it a point to get to know the city on a first-name business. I've meandered through the alleyways on King Street, dined on the nearly still-beating fillets of ahi at the docks, but sadly, in my tenure here, I've largely ignored the legislative section of the city. That changed this week when I interviewed Senator Fred Hemmings, the state senate minority leader, from his corner office overlooking..... More >
One of surfing's most legendary rivalries will be rekindled once again. American regular foot, and style icon, Tom Curren, will surf another expression session style heat against Australian goofy foot, and power master, Mark Occhilupo. It's all set to go down during the 2010 Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach. Curren and Occy at Bells decades later, this should be good.The heat coincides with the 25th anniversary of their legendary battle back when they were both establishing themselves as two of..... More >
One of surfing's most legendary rivalries will be rekindled once again. American regular foot, and style icon, Tom Curren, will surf another expression session style heat against Australian goofy foot, and power master, Mark Occhilupo. It's all set to go down during the 2010 Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach. Curren and Occy at Bells decades later, this should be good.The heat coincides with the 25th anniversary of their legendary battle back when they were both establishing themselves as two of..... More >
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People are more of a threat to sharks ..
Posted: 03/16/2010It may not seem that way to surfers in Florida, which boasts more shark attacks than anywhere else on the planet, but the statement is true: "Humans are top predators too, and they pose more of a danger to sharks than sharks do to people."That's the first paragraph of a column written by Wendy B. Dial of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission. She adds: "Some anglers love to catch and kill sharks just for the thrill, while people harvest most sharks primarily for their meat, fins, hides and..... More >
Roxy Pro winner Stephanie Gilmore a dy..
Posted: 03/15/2010In case you missed it, Australia's Stephanie Gilmore defeated Hawaii's Melanie Bartels in the final of the season-opening Roxy Pro, in two- to three-foot surf at Snapper Rocks in Queensland, Australia.The reason you may have is that Gilmore winning barely registers as news. Gilmore, 22, dominates the ASP Women's World Tour in almost the same convincing manner seven-time world champion Layne Beachley once dominated the women's tour, and nine-time world champion Kelly Slater once dominated the..... More >
Travel warning could deal tourism setb..
Posted: 03/15/2010The brazen murder Saturday of a U.S. consulate employee and her husband in the violent Mexican border city of Juarez could deal another strong blow to tourism in Mexico during and beyond its important Spring Break period, as the country has fallen under a travel warning issued by the U.S. Department of State.The warning came Sunday, a day after Lesley Enriquez and her husband, Arthur Redelf were gunned down by suspected drug traffickers as they left a children’s birthday party in Juarez...... More >
Next In Line
Posted: 03/14/2010In the wake of the trumpeted arrival of Zaffa phenom, Jordy Smith, onto the world stage a few short years back, the South African surf scene—one that had been stifled by politics in the past—began taking steps back into the world's vision. We're now looking at two surfers flying the South African flag in the forms of Jordy Smith and Travis Logie on the World Tour, but who, you ask, will carry the Zaffa flag in the coming years? His name is Beyrick De Vries, and he's one hell of a..... More >
When Surfing Gets Political
Posted: 03/11/2010In the nearly eight years I've lived in the mid Pacific metropolis that is Honolulu, I've made it a point to get to know the city on a first-name business. I've meandered through the alleyways on King Street, dined on the nearly still-beating fillets of ahi at the docks, but sadly, in my tenure here, I've largely ignored the legislative section of the city. That changed this week when I interviewed Senator Fred Hemmings, the state senate minority leader, from his corner office overlooking..... More >
When Surfing Gets Political
Posted: 03/11/2010In the nearly eight years I've lived in the mid Pacific metropolis that is Honolulu, I've made it a point to get to know the city on a first-name business. I've meandered through the alleyways on King Street, dined on the nearly still-beating fillets of ahi at the docks, but sadly, in my tenure here, I've largely ignored the legislative section of the city. That changed this week when I interviewed Senator Fred Hemmings, the state senate minority leader, from his corner office overlooking..... More >
When Surfing Gets Political
Posted: 03/11/2010In the nearly eight years I've lived in the mid Pacific metropolis that is Honolulu, I've made it a point to get to know the city on a first-name business. I've meandered through the alleyways on King Street, dined on the nearly still-beating fillets of ahi at the docks, but sadly, in my tenure here, I've largely ignored the legislative section of the city. That changed this week when I interviewed Senator Fred Hemmings, the state senate minority leader, from his corner office overlooking..... More >
When Surfing Gets Political
Posted: 03/11/2010In the nearly eight years I've lived in the mid Pacific metropolis that is Honolulu, I've made it a point to get to know the city on a first-name business. I've meandered through the alleyways on King Street, dined on the nearly still-beating fillets of ahi at the docks, but sadly, in my tenure here, I've largely ignored the legislative section of the city. That changed this week when I interviewed Senator Fred Hemmings, the state senate minority leader, from his corner office overlooking..... More >
And The Battle Rolls On
Posted: 03/10/2010One of surfing's most legendary rivalries will be rekindled once again. American regular foot, and style icon, Tom Curren, will surf another expression session style heat against Australian goofy foot, and power master, Mark Occhilupo. It's all set to go down during the 2010 Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach. Curren and Occy at Bells decades later, this should be good.The heat coincides with the 25th anniversary of their legendary battle back when they were both establishing themselves as two of..... More >
And The Battle Rolls On
Posted: 03/10/2010One of surfing's most legendary rivalries will be rekindled once again. American regular foot, and style icon, Tom Curren, will surf another expression session style heat against Australian goofy foot, and power master, Mark Occhilupo. It's all set to go down during the 2010 Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach. Curren and Occy at Bells decades later, this should be good.The heat coincides with the 25th anniversary of their legendary battle back when they were both establishing themselves as two of..... More >
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