Regarded as the Oscars of surfing, the Billabong XXL Awards recognise the athletes who ride the biggest and best waves over the last year everywhere in the world, based on the photographic evidence. The ninth-annual event hands out over $130,000 in cash prizes in an array of categories including the Ride of the Year, the XXL Biggest Wave, Monster Paddle and Monster Tube.
If you thought the shot of Benjamin Sanchis (Hossegor, France) at Belharra Beach was awesome then check out the bunch of clips coming out of Shipsterns Bluff in Tasmania.
The clocks go back this weekend in the UK which means the days are getting longer and there’s more time to get out there and enjoy the surf.
We have just taken delivery of the new range of Rip Curl Summer Wetsuits for 2009 and they are pretty special. If you are looking for a quality summer wettie that won’t break the bank, check out the new Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Wetsuit.
Available in both Mens sizes and also in a Ladies cut the Rip Curl Dawn Patrol boasts some fantastic technical features that won’t blow your budget.
Wetsuit Specifications:-
3mm on the body and 2mm on the arms
Built with Elastomax3, which is the ultimate in super stretch neoprene offers extra warmth and an allround lighter weight wetsuit.
All the seams are glued and blind stitched so you get maximum seam stretch and strength but with absolutely zero water penetration
Up the back is a 3/4 Grid-Loc Zip that is flexible but minimises any water entry
Seamless Shoulder Panel gives you unrestricted flexibility when you are out in the surf
Highly durable and flexible
S-Flex Knees
A Stash Pocket which has an external zip pocket for easy access
Fully adjustable collar to seal the neck and prevent water flushes
Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Mens Wetsuit
Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Womens Wetsuit
Dawn Patrol Surfing
We are due to get loads more Summer wetsuit stock in the next few weeks and we will be doing a full review of the Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Wetsuit as soon as we can get our test team out of the water.
Not only do BIC make great biros but they have also been synonamous with the surfing world for nearly 20 years. Since 1992 BIC Surfboards have been celebrating the surfing experience by making it accessible through their selection of high quality, durable and affordable surfboards. There goal has always been to share the thrill of surfing by providing outstanding surfboards that perform in a wide range of conditions for a broad spectrum of surfers.
The past 15 years have seen BIC Surf develop boards that suit all surfers – from the seasoned professional who demands rigorous perfection, through to the complete beginner who requires stability and ease of paddling.
As the 2009 Surfing season gets underway BIC have added a number of new boards and SUP’s to their range which means surfing has never been easier.
The new 10’10″ Jungle BIC Surf has been designed to give you maximum fun in waves and on flat calm water. It is a classic Stand Up Paddleboard shape with great manoeuvrability and stability, and the big volume means you will take off quick, even on the smallest waves. If you are looking for an introductory board that will be great as an SUP or for playing about in the waves check out the Jungle SUP.
We hope to get some of these little gems in our Surf School soon as they are fanatastic for getting kids up on their feet very quickly in the surf. The BIC G-Board is extremely durable and makes learning to surf so easy and safe. The range is split into three categories:-
The G Board Kid (Orange): a surf board specially designed for children weighing less than 40Kg.
G Board Classics (Red): a great first-time buy for a surfer who specifically want a soft surfboard at a reasonable price.
G Board Original (Blue): The original G Board with unbeatable durability.
The BIC ACS Padded Surfboard Range does away with the need for wax, ensuring the board stays clean longer while providing unbeatable traction and a great indicator of where to stand on the board. A great option for surf schools and any surfer that wants to spend more time surfing and less time waxing. Meanwhile the BIC Wahine ACS Surfboard (a surfboard designed specifically for girls) has two more sizes added to it.
Gibson – famous for their guitars played by rock giants recently hosted a party with Quiksilver to help launch the new Quiksilver Summer Ladies Surfwear Range. The exclusive evening of live music at the Bush Hall in London was the official launch to find the UK’s next Quiksilver female ambassador.
Gibson Guitar brought along a bevvy of new artists who performed whilst the new Quiksilver line for women was exhibited.
Ela, the face of Quiksilver’s current Spring 2009 campaign hosted the event, introducing the Quiksilver ambassadors on stage. Performances included acoustic sets from; folk/soul artist Charlotte O’Connor, who recently signed to Columbia Records and is due to release her debut album shortly; urban/folk/pop artist Ellie Lawson who collaborated with LA’s DJ Lethal on her first album ‘The Philosophy Tree’ and has just released her second album ‘Lost Songs’ independently; and folk/pop artist Anna Leddra Chapman, also working on her debut album.
Alongside all the partying was several competitions to win some amazing Gibson goodies. Two guests later left the evening smiling after one unlocking the case to a Gibson Les Paul Studio guitar and another found the last piece of the jigsaw to win an exclusive print from Bara Prasilova.
We are sure that the Quiksilver Ladies Surfwear range is going to be popular again this year with a mix of cool nautical, funky pastels and sun dresses. And the best bit is the price. All of the items are priced really competitively.
Quiksilver’s Womens collection is equal parts rebellious and refined. With a range of knits, woven tops, dresses and denim, there is something for everyone from tomboy chic styles to ladylike looks.
We have been busy getting together product shots of all the lovely new Ladies Billabong Surf Clothing that is due in the shop soon.
But if you fancy a sneak preview of what we might be stocking for the Summer take a look at the new Billabong Girls Blog or a few of the piccies below. Check out behind-the-scenes of the latest Billabong Fashion Shoot and a great girls surfwear range for 2009.
Billabong Surfwear Photoshoot 2009 & Clothing Range
Billabong Girls Surfwear 2009
We will bring your more info and pictures as we get them, but keep an eye on the blog for great offers on Billabong Clothing.
