Ricardo Christie caused the first upset of the day by eliminating higher seed and former event winner Jordy Smith from the competition.

Pumping and weaving (and dodging rocks!) while racing down the line in the Apple Isle.

Former CT surfer Raoni Monteiro has been suspended from WSL competition for 20 months following a positive test for Performance Enhancing Drugs

This morning, SurfStitch, the online clothing shop, acquired both STAB magazine and UK surf forecasters Magicseaweed.

Observations have shown that sea level rose steadily over the 20th century – and at a faster rate than over the previous centuries. It is also clear from both satellite and coastal observations that seas have risen faster over the past two decades than they did for the bulk of the 20th century.

Shawn 'Barney' Barron unexpectedly passed away last week. Barney starred in all of Volcom's early films and they've now compiled his best moments into a video tribute.

Head high runners breaking in gin clear water: It's Kandooma Right and it's perfect.

Barra da Tijuca today delivered clean four-to-six foot waves for the opening rounds of competition at the Oi Rio Pro.