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Where did surfing originate? Sam Potter traces the sport's roots to Hawaii.

For Pro-surfer Sam Potter, riding waves has always been a part of life. His innate love for the ocean led him to Hawaii to meet with Bronson Lovell. One of the few remaining craftsmen makings ‘Alaias’, Lovell shares the story behind these ancient boards and the spiritual origins of surfing. Watch ‘The Purest Form’ by… Continue reading Where did surfing originate? Sam Potter traces the sport's roots to Hawaii.

Hawaiian Roots – Surf history

Nobody knows were the Polynesians began to surf. Fact is, the Pacific Ocean is the birthplace of surfing. Hawaiians may have lost their kingdom but surfers, have been the leaders in a struggle for environmental and cultural rebirth. They may have been pushed off the land, but have not yet lost the waves. Their surfing… Continue reading Hawaiian Roots – Surf history