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Biggest wave ever surfed

It seems like the world record for the biggest wave ever surfed is being broken so often it’s almost getting boring. Not for those surfing these monster waves, of course. Nothing could be less boring than riding a 100 foot (30 meter) wave which could crush you to death at any moment. Just ask Brit … Read More

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Surfing dolphins at California surf competition

Surfing dolphins stole the show at the Rincon Classic surf competition in Santa Barbara, California this past weekend. This is yet another example of how much people have in common with our cetacean friends. With hundreds of spectators on the beach, the pod of at least a dozen dolphins came right into the contest area … Read More

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Surfing Portugal: Amazing waves

Portugal is famous among surfers and body boarders for having some seriously amazing waves. Remember this is where big wave surfing records are continually set. Several Portuguese beaches are regularly included on the European and international professional surfing circuits. And then of course our very own Ericeira is one of the few – and the … Read More

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Black Swell: Big wave surfers flock to Portugal’s coast

Recent stormy weather in Europe has been resulting in some seriously big waves along the coasts of Portugal, France, Ireland and the southwest tip of England. What’s been termed the “Black Swell” is causing big wave surfers to flock to these spots for perilous thrills. Outside the surfing community, several deaths have been caused by … Read More

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