This time of year it's all about Vicco and Bells and the pros who plunder its slopey, wind-affected faces. But what about all the other waves in the region and the unknown punters who ride 'em? When do they get a gong?

Well, if fame and fortune by way of exposure on Swellnet is what you're after then Daniel Laing, Ravi Witt and Carl Wright can pop the champagne right now. James Page caught them gorging on a wave that isn't Bells during a session that featured no pros.

All photos by James. //STUART NETTLE