Core Store: Surfe-Sjappa, Norway
Surfing in Norway isn’t for the fainthearted. With the recent bout of snow we’ve seen scattered across the UK, we might think we know what it’s like to surf in freezing conditions, but Norwegian locals and those that venture to Scandinavian shores know that the cold of England has nothing on the biting air and sea temperatures of Norway. If you’re planning on heading over on a surf trip, you’ll need to be prepared.
Session of the Season // Northern Hemisphere Autumn // Jayce Robinson In West Cornwall
If there’s ever a good day going down at Porthmeor then you can rest assured that Jayce Robinson will be all over it. On November 24th he scored what he described as “one of the best barrels I've ever had in this country”, and our Autumn Session of the Season.
Session of the Season // New Year's Day in Tahiti // Marie-Moana Troja
Moana means “the ocean” in Tahitian, so it’s no wonder that competitive surfer Marie-Moana Troja has hardly spent a day away from the water in all her 25 years. We asked her to tell us about her most memorable recent session, and Marie-Moana recalled a stunning day back home in Tahiti, alongside her father and boyfriend, on the first day of the new year…
Developing Tank // The Story of The First In-Water Photographs of Surfing at Porthleven
In the early 1970s, when the British surf scene was still in its infancy and long before the days of glossy surf magazines and social media, a Cornish teenager named John Gollop swam out at Porthleven with his Konica rangefinder camera, encased in it’s specific plastic water-housing, to shoot the small group of local chargers pioneering the spot.
How to care for your Wetsuit
Properly caring for your wetsuit will ensure that it will last for many sessions to come. Our suits are designed with longevity in mind, but it’s essential that you wash, dry and store your wetsuit correctly to lengthen its life span.
Sizing and Fit Guide
Choosing the right size wetsuit is essential. If the fit isn’t correct then your suit might not keep you warm or movement may be restricted.
Ollie O'Flaherty: Waves of Consequence on The Emerald Isle
Irish big wave surfer, environmental educator and surf coach Ollie O’Flaherty is based in Lahinch, County Clare. Whilst he’s probably most well known for his commandeering of a 60ft monster at Mullaghmore in Co Sligo, the 35-year-old C-Skins rider has had his fair share of huge waves, hectic hold downs and heavy slabs.
Satori: An Ode To Winter From Barnaby Cox
Bude-born Barnaby Cox has been a part of the C-Skins team for three years. Within this time he’s achieved the title of British Champion, and more recently released his first film, Satori.
Meet Maui’s Matt Meola
Hawaii’s infamous aerial specialist Matt Meola has been soaring above the surf scene for a while, pushing surfing to its limits and championing progression within the sport. Aside from his day job as a professional surfer, Matt loves playing guitar (he’s in a band with his sister), hiking in the mountains and going bow-hunting and spearfishing to put self-sourced food on the table.
Session of the Season // Northern Hemisphere Winter 2023 // C-Skins Riders At Main Reef
Tuesday February 28th 2023, the very last day of winter, was a particularly stand out day for surf on the south coast of Cornwall. As a result, most of C-Skins’ UK team riders and supported surfers congregated along a particularly well known and heavily photographed stretch of reefs for this winter's Session of the Season.
How To Repair Your Wetsuit
Our wetsuits are made to last, but when accidents happen or wetsuits wear out, you don’t necessarily need to buy a new one - you can repair it to see you through the rest of the season.
The Baja Bucket List: Edouard Delpero Scores Waves and Whales in Baja Sur
For longboarders in particular, the reeling right-hand pointbreaks of Baja California are a bucket-list destination. This Spring champion longboarder and C-Skins team rider. Edouard Delpero made the trip from his home in France. He wasn't disappointed.
