The SV Journal

Explore the people, places, and culture that shape the SV lifestyle. From surf adventures to behind-the-scenes stories, dive into the heart of the ocean community.

"The Transition" with Jesse Little

We finally caught up with Jesse after a long while between drinks and asked him a few questions about the recent Cyclone Uesi swell and about the vibe around the Goldy...

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"By The Sea" with Marcus Hyett

Continuing our Gage Roads Summer Surf Coast series we get down and dirty in Marcus Hyett’s shaping shed to hear about growing up in the wildest parts of Victoria, learning...

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"By The Sea" with Michael van der Klooster

Next up in our Gage Roads Summer Surf Coast series we chat to long-time local, Winki charger, and respected shaper, Michael Van Der Klooster… AKA Vanda. We’re catching up in...

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Ashton Herman - California

From his first blog with us in July 2018 - we got back in touch with 18 year-old up-and-comer Ashton Herman from Cali, and asked him a few questions about...

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"By The Sea" with Linley Hurrell

As you already guessed this is the beginning of a five-part series and first up we couldn’t think of anyone better to introduce you to than Linley Hurrell, Patagonia staff...

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Meet The Winner - Kane Brown

2019 PHOTO COMP WINNER: Meet the winner of the Rip Curl 'SURF' category - Kane Brown. Residing in the paradise that is the Sunshine Coast of Queensland, Kane has been a...

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Meet The Winner - Dom Stuart

2019 PHOTO COMP WINNER: Meet the winner of the Eat Your Water 'LIFESTYLE' category - Dom Stuart. Originally from the East Coast of England, Dom is never without a camera in hand. After falling in love with...

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Meet The Winner - Ben Osborne

2019 PHOTO COMP WINNER: Meet the winner of the Gage Roads Brewing Co 'TRAVEL' category - Ben Osborne. Reigning from the Sunny Coast in Aus, Ben is a talented freelance photographer who's career...

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