David and Scott catch up and discuss their respective surf travels during the past month before discussing Fanning’s shark attack, Snowdonia, surf fashion, motocross at Teahupo’o, the US Open, and much more. Enjoy!
JBAY
Mick Fanning survives a shark attack during the final of the JBay Open.
Mick on 60 Minutes
Derek Hynd paddles out 1 hour after Fanning’s shark attack.
Scroll down to Scott’s Must-See Moment to see Kelly Slater’s freesurf sessions.
REDirect Surf
Congrats to Aaron Lieber and Noah Beschen for their winning film, “Wild”.
THE WILD from LIEBER FILMS on Vimeo.
FANTASY SURFER
Click over to SurfSplendorPodcast.com/fantasy-surfer/ if you’d like to join our league.
TEAHUPO’O MADNESS
Jamie O surfs Teahupo’o on fire.
Robbie Madison rides a motorcycle at Teahupo’o (still not sure why).
And, of course, most importantly, the Billabong Pro Tahiti begins in 2 days.
LAIRD HAMILTON ON THE TIM FERRISS SHOW
Listen to the full episode here.
SURF SNOWDONIA
The largest and most rippable wave pool thus far.
MUST-SEE MOMENT
David’s Must-See Moment: Hiroto Ohara’s acceptance speech at the US Open.
Scott’s Must-See Moment: Kelly’s freesurf at JBAY, post event.
DUKE
Julian Wilson for paddling to Mick’s aid in the midst of a shark attack.
KOOK
Outerknown’s pricing. $95 beanies. $78 T’s. Bravo for championing responsibly-made clothing, but it’s a bummer that Kelly’s biggest supporters can’t support! (We still wish you nothing but success, Kelly. Kisses!) Click here to shop.