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With a break in the action on the North Shore, we joined NFL All-Pros Drew Brees, Tony Gonzalez, and Doug Flutie for a surf on the West Side. Coached by Kelly Slater and friends, the big fellas were ripping!
With no surf in sight, the Bud Light team hosts a raucous, animal-themed costume party at the Turtle Bay Resort on the North Shore of Oahu.
TransWorld SURF's Chris Cote and veteran ASP World Tour campaigner Fred Patacchia talk Quiksilver Pro New York and ASP vs. Bobby Martinez.
ASP World Tour veteran Fred Patacchia, Joel Centeio, Mason Ho, Timmy Reyes and a suddenly tall Zeke Lau highlight this ripping clip the bros from Arnette sent over. Plus some Freddy P. news...
An inside look at the 2011 season opening Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast and all the ensuing mayhem from Coolangatta, Australia. Updated with the latest news, rumors, and gossip several times daily.
The 7th annual Da Hui Backdoor Shootout goes down in 6-8 foot barrels at Backdoor and Pipeline. With a slight drop in swell today a lay day has been called, but organizers are looking forward to running the event tomorrow. Exclusive photos and video here...
TW SURF Senior Photographer Damea Dorsey sends in a batch of French goodness featuring Kelly Slater, Dusty Payne, Freddy P, Owen Wright, Julian Wilson, Andy Irons and more of the world's best as they slay French beachies during the Quiksilver Pro France.
We recently caught up with Freddy P in his San Clemente abode to discuss what he thinks of the new WCT format, his feelings regarding his loss to Brett Simpson in horrible waves, and his humble beginnings with Arnette.
Tears flow and Teahupo‘o fires in this exclusive Billabong Pro Tahiti photo gallery from TransWorld SURF Senior Photographer Brian Bielmann...
Manoa Drollet caused the upset of the event today, eliminating current ASP World No. 1, Jordy Smith from Billabong Pro Tahiti competition in Round 3.
The first American ASP PRIME event of the year kicked off today at the famed Lower Trestles. Adriano de Souza put up a big statement at his home away from home (San Clemente) by knocking out the 2009 champ (Fred Patacchia). Check out all the photos and results right here.
Arnette is proud to announce that veteran waterman and North Shore local, Fred Patacchia, is the newest member of its surf squad.
The 6.0 Lowers Pro returns to Trestles, San Clemente, Calif., May 4-8, as an Association of Surfing Professionals ASP WQS 6-Star PRIME with a $145,000 prize purse.
Kelly Slater, Taj Burrow, Parko, Adriano De Souza, Michel Bourez, and Roy Powers highlight round three (and a few round four heats) of the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach which was held at nearby Winkipop. Check the photos, results, and video here!
