The 2001 Shark Island Challenge
Thursday 15/05 32
Notes from the wildest surf contest ever staged in Australia.
The Rearview Mirror
The 1992 Coke Classic At North Narrabeen
Sunday 16/03 52
Generational change, design revolution, and a controversial format all unveiled on the Narrabeen sands.
How Byron Bay Transformed From 'Reeking' Abattoir Town To Coastal Hotspot
Sunday 21/08 108
Formerly an industrial hub with a piggery, an abattoir, sand mining, and a whaling station.
On This Day: The Volcom Fiji Pro Swell at Cloudbreak
Wednesday 08/06 69
Exactly ten years ago, the Volcom Fiji Pro was cancelled, precipitating a big wave session for the ages.
On This Day: Curren Wins Haleiwa
Sunday 21/11 118
Riding a logoless Maurice Cole reverse vee in November 1991.
Jay Moriarity's 'Iron Cross' Wipeout At Mavericks
Thursday 19/12 27
It's been twenty-five years since Jay Moriarity, then an unknown sixteen-year old, paddled out at big Mavs and went down in a blaze of glory. No inflatable vest. No worries.
On This Day: Robo almost rings the bell
Wednesday 17/04 30
"If that wave had come off, things could've been different" - Adam Robertson on being cruelled by Parko at his beloved Bells
On This Day: Pottz begins his '89 campaign
Tuesday 05/03 22
By beating Brad Gerlach at Steamer Lane, Martin Potter kicked off a record hot streak.
On This Day: Kelly Slater wins the Pipe Masters on the Deep Six
Wednesday 12/12 18
And kickstarts the short(er) board revolution.
Watch: Night surfing at Cronulla
Tuesday 14/08 49
How bright professional surfing did shine in 1984!
On This Day: Luke Egan wins the last Quiksilver Pro G'Land
Friday 08/06 27
The Quiksilver Pro G'land comps were the blueprint of the soon-to-be realised Dream Tour.