Latest

Culture

·May 12, 2021·1 min read

New Vans Surf’s film: Sonic Souvenirs with Mikey February

"Sonic Souvenirs is a series of portraits that takes us on an exploration of art, music and surfing with Mikey February. Our first episode trails Mikey close to home journeying up and down the East and West coast of South Africa. A spiritual - almost mystical visual experience with his natural environment." - Vans Read More

Stormy+Days+Hurricane+Season+Laurence+Savoie

Art & Culture

·April 27, 2021·2 min read

Stormy Days – The Encounter of a Hurricane

Hurricane. As surfers, we get excited when we hear that word. Because to us, it means a swell may be coming. We start to dream of amazing surf conditions and we get stoked on those thoughts. Rarely though do we picture the destruction that can also come along with a hurricane. We don't think about the chaos and despair it can create in the towns it hits. Or how it can leave a place torn down and flooded. Read More

Art & Culture

·April 27, 2021·5 min read

Why Portugal is Tired of Your “Van Life”

#vanlife—is it a dream lifestyle for everyone? Locals in Portugal seemed to have been fed up with van lifers for a couple of years now, but the situation seemed to have escalated in 2020. In this article, we explore the current situation with the hope of understanding what has sparked this escalation. We talk to locals. We read statistics. Here’s what we understood: Read More

Leah+Henseler+Portrait+Author+by+Lily+Joseph

Art & Culture

·April 1, 2021·3 min read

Advice from the ocean: A must read for ocean lovers who want to conserve the ocean.

“Advice from the Ocean - Unexpected Paths into Marine Conservation” is a book put together by Leah and Christine Henseler. Leah and Christine are mother and daughter from upstate New York. In the book, contributors share their unexpected career paths into fields as diverse as geospatial technology, environmental law, conservation psychology, creative consulting, film, sculpting and more. Read More

Surfer+On+Beach+Getting+Ready+To+Surf+Photographer+Stephen+Jones

Art & Culture

·March 25, 2021·2 min read

More Than Play, Surfing Is A Ritual.

The common perception to the rest of the world is that surfing is an act of play, just some people who like riding waves for fun. And this is true, to an extent. But as many of us know, once you have some skin in the game and have been surfing for much of your life, it is so much more than just an act of play. Read More

Art & Culture

·January 4, 2021·1 min read

Poetry Monday: Natural beauty and untamed heart in “The Wildflower”

You were the wildflower, the one that reminded them of a late storm on a blistering summer’s day. You were the rare one. The enigma. The one they all wanted but who always got away. Read More

Art & Culture

·December 21, 2020·1 min read

An Open Letter to Our Ocean

These last few weeks of being landlocked have been tough. This is the longest I’ve ever gone without as much as stepping my toes into salty water. I know I am not alone. Read More

Saltwater+Buddha+Jaimal+Yogis+Nouvelle+Vague+Bookclub

Art & Culture

·December 13, 2020·1 min read

NV Book Club: Saltwater Buddha by Jaimal Yogis

At age 16, Jaimal Yogis leaves his home and flies to Hawaii to surf. In Saltwater Buddha, Jaimal tells of his adventures that eventually lead to him becoming a journalist. The book is one part introduction to the Buddhist and Zen practices, intertwined with surf adventures, all written in a calm voice. Read More

Art & Culture

·December 8, 2020·1 min read

An Ode to Northwest Wind

I wasn’t moving to get away from home. I was moving for something new. Grieving home was always going to be part of the process. Read More

Art & Culture

·November 22, 2020·1 min read

Beach Ratz presents “Vanity is a Sin”

The Montreal-based surf company Beach Ratz recently released a short film from their last trip to Morocco, Vanity is a Sin. Featuring the Moroccan surfer Ilyas Masrour, this short film will instantly make you wish you were somewhere warmer during this pandemic. Read More

Art & Culture

·November 22, 2020·1 min read

RISS: A look into the life of 4x World Champ, Carissa Moore

RISS is not a film for anyone that thinks surf films are filled with calm images of waves and few words, no, RISS is fun, intense, cute, personal, and powerful. In three parts, the story of Carissa Moore is narrated, with a focus on the 2019 world title race. Read More

Art & Culture

·November 22, 2020·1 min read

At home and abroad with Noah Wegrich

Countless adventures later, I'm proud to share this film exploring his talent at home and abroad, a short flick who's filming process solidified Noah as one of my absolute favorite surfers. Read More

Pushing the Boundaries of Surfing in Iran with Atelier Baumes & We Ride in Iran

Note to myself: A journey about fear, expectations & arctic waters.

New Vans Surf’s film: Sonic Souvenirs with Mikey February

Stormy Days – The Encounter of a Hurricane

Why Portugal is Tired of Your “Van Life”

Movements to improve your surfing: Shoulders

Morning Connection | Breath and Movement

Açaí: from the Amazon to the line-up.

Southern Sri Lanka’s Creative Spaces – The Travel Guide You Need

Living your dream & saving our oceans with Simon Witt

Behind the Lens—Luca Werner

Advice from the ocean: A must read for ocean lovers who want to conserve the ocean.

10 ways to be more eco-friendly

Southern Sri Lanka’s Creative Spaces – The Travel Guide You Need

Why Portugal is Tired of Your “Van Life”

From Monochrome to Colour: Redefining My Cold Water Surfing Experience

What would your dream surf holiday look like? Here’s mine.

The Classic NV Tote Bag Beige

The Unisex Crew Jumper Grey

The Unisex Genesis Tee

Genesis Surfer Girl Postcard

Culture

New Vans Surf’s film: Sonic Souvenirs with Mikey February

Stormy Days – The Encounter of a Hurricane

Why Portugal is Tired of Your “Van Life”

Advice from the ocean: A must read for ocean lovers who want to conserve the ocean.

More Than Play, Surfing Is A Ritual.

Poetry Monday: Natural beauty and untamed heart in “The Wildflower”

An Open Letter to Our Ocean

NV Book Club: Saltwater Buddha by Jaimal Yogis

An Ode to Northwest Wind

Beach Ratz presents “Vanity is a Sin”

RISS: A look into the life of 4x World Champ, Carissa Moore

At home and abroad with Noah Wegrich

New Vans Surf’s film: Sonic Souvenirs with Mikey February

Southern Sri Lanka’s Creative Spaces – The Travel Guide You Need

PARTNER UP

THE LINEUP

COMPANY

Username
Password

	Remember Me Lost your password?

PARTNER UP

THE LINEUP

COMPANY

Subscribe