16 invitees of the 2022 Rip Curl Cup were introduced to the crowd of hundreds of surfs fans packed on the sand to witness and celebrate the beginning of the month-long waiting period of this unique and exciting international tube riding event.
From roaming the Channel Islands to chasing waves in Central America, Rip Curl WSL Finals artist Erik Abel’s work reflects the wonders of the natural world.
Before there was a world champion, before there was pro surfing, before there was even a surf industry, Miki Dora and Phil Edwards found their own private paradise at Trestles.
The Rip Curl WSL Finals is the ultimate day in competitive surfing. With the world title decided in a one-day, winner-take-all event, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
Rip Curl has partnered with Aquafil (global leaders in synthetic fibres and creator of ECONYL) to integrate more sustainable alternatives into our swimwear ranges.
This summer, the Rip Curl International team descended on Bristol, UK, to experience The Wave – a unique inland surfing destination. They were met with sun, 21-degree water, and top-quality waves on tap!
A late season west wind-swell met the tail end of lingering southern-hemi energy to produce some absolutely dreamy looking wedges to get the day underway, and the “Race to the Ranch” was officially on!
Nine incredible days of non-stop action in Surf City, El Salvador, featuring a record 419 athletes and 45 national teams at the ISA World Junior Surfing Championship.
