surfy stereotypes

This one goes out to all the American surfer’s out there. Be sure to peep the latest issue of SBC Surf for a taste of Canadian surf culture. One stereotype that Canadians hold of Americans is that they know nothing about their northern neighbors. And as stereotypes go this is a pretty realistic one.

Enter SBC Surf, a surfing magazine with a Canadian perspective. Sure it’s not dissimilar to its American counterparts in the ads or layout. But in content it’s quite different. It’s less jaded and more introspective. All of the content is homegrown too. The editorial direction of the magazine allows for the exploration of other ideas besides tail slides and lacks the pretension that other publications have. The magazine is also published on recycled paper. The only downfall is that at this time it comes out just twice a year but that will hopefully change in the future. Don't fret.

Canadian surfers are committed like hell. It could be 10 degrees Fahrenheit with 30 to 40 knot winds and still crowded at some of the better points. Although the level of surfing across all surfers is not as high as it may be in San Diego or Brevard County, there’s a handful of guys here who surf as well as any ASP head – but with a 6x4 suit, 7mm mitts and booties, and plummeting body temperatures.

Today's conditions: 3 meters @ 10 seconds, wind WSW 21 knots. Going surfing!

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