Of course you can wear a surf wetsuit for triathlon. There are no rules against it--unless it happens to be thicker than 5 mm--and quite literally thousands of triathletes have done it in the ...

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Whether you're heading down under for the winter or you're just super dedicated, here's the best surf gear. Reading time 16 minutes Ah surfing, the sport of champions. It provides incredible exercise, ...

Some of the best surfing is possible during those icy, windy months before the lakes freeze over. Those willing to face the ...

When choosing your next winter wetsuit, there's a trade-off between flexibility and warmth. It's an age-old discussion, and depending on where in the world you are surfing, your choice will vary. For ...

A dozen miles from the Pacific Ocean, at California State University in San Marcos, surfers paddle against a current in a temperature-controlled tank. The flume pool is part of the university's Surf ...

It was no easy feat, but after reviewing dozens of applications for the SURFER Emerging Brands Grant for the upcoming CARV Expo in San Diego, the field has been whittled down to four very deserving ...

If ever a guy knew how a towering statue of world-renowned surfer Kelly Slater should dress for the holidays in Cocoa Beach, ...

Surf companies have been ignoring compelling research that could make wetsuits warmer and easier to paddle in. Two scientists are making sure someone listens. A dozen miles from the Pacific Ocean, at ...