Girls Rip: First Love

How's it, girls? I just finished watching First Love, an amazing and inspiring surf documentary that's finally made it to our shores! Following on the footsteps of Jess Laing, Nikki Van Dijk, and India Payne, three girls from Phillip Island, this film takes us through their love of surfing and the ups and downs of training, competition, and injury. The girls are all prepared for their journey to Hawaii, but tragedy strikes and instead of legendary waves and warm sunshine, Jess has to endure surgery and recovery in addition to recently being diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome. With beautiful footage, and appearances by some of our favorite pros, like Steph Gilmore and Bethany Hamilton, this film brings to us the pure magic and real emotion of surfing.  

Available to rent or download on iTunes now.

Will you watch First Love? Have you already checked it out? What did you think of it?

Beach Reads: Surf Girl Roxy

Whether you're a diehard surfer girl or landlocked and dreaming of the beach, Surf Girl Roxy will cover you in sun, sand, waves, and smiles. Perfect for summer or a winter pick-me up, this book reads like a diary and is filled with memories, dreams, and an array of beautiful photographs. A fun sneak peak into the fascinating lives of pro surfers! It features stories from the Roxy team including legendary female surfers Lisa Anderson, Chelsea Georgeson, Kassia Meador, and Sofia Mulanovich. A fresh take on female surfing, this book will delight and inspire you. Order yours now at Amazon.

Is Surf Girl Roxy displayed on your coffee table yet?

Photo Credit: Roxy

Chick Sticks By Lola

I don't know about you girls, but when I walk into a surf shop I feel like all of the boards are geared towards the guys while we're left with a couple of clothing racks. Don't get me wrong, that's great and all when we're shopping for a new outfit. But our love of surfing needs to be taken seriously as well and we need options. We can have both a good session and a cute dress, right? If you're also feeling like the board choices for girls are slim pickings, you need to check out Chick Sticks by Lola. These boards are designed especially for girls, making it easier for us to handle, perform, and even learn on. Learn on a shortboard? Sure! Whether you're a beginner or advanced at the sport, the choices are endless and you can even customize your order as needed to fit you. Not to mention beautiful paint jobs that show off your individual personality. Here are a few of my picks:

The Bad Betty, a 5 fin option mini longboard. Shown in Pink Hibiscus Wave. Adorbs, right?

The Hoochie Mod, a 5 fin option egg shape. Shown in Dawn Patrol. Hot!

The Vixen, a 5 fin option fish. Shown in Aloha. What a beaut!

Check out Chick Sticks for more boards and paint options to get your stoke on.


Photo Credit: Chick Sticks

Roxy Pro Biarritz 2012: Results

Happy Monday girls! How many of you caught the live action of the Roxy Pro Biarritz 2012? If you did, you know that while it may have been off to a slow start (lay day lay day lay day) the action was intense! If you missed it, check out the results:

Round 1
Heat 1: Courtney Conlogue (USA) 14.50, Sarah Mason (NZL) 13.15, Coco Ho (HAW) 9.00
Heat 2: Tyler Wright (AUS) 12.05, Lakey Peterson (USA) 10.65, Sage Erickson (USA) 8.10
Heat 3: Rebecca Woods (AUS) 11.30, Sally Fitzgibbons (AUS) 10.00, Johanne Defay (FRA) 6.60
Heat 4: Stephanie Gilmore (AUS) 13.20, Page Hareb (NZL) 10.80, Jacqueline Silva (BRA) 7.75
Heat 5 : Carissa Moore (HAW) 17.30, Justine Dupont (FRA) 14.90, Sofia Mulanovich (PER) 5.00
Heat 6 : Laura Enever (AUS) 14.50, Malia Manuel (HAW) 12.15, Pauline Ado (FRA) 7.40

Round 2
Heat 1 : Sofia Mulanovich (PER) 12.75 Sarah Mason (NZL) 12.40
Heat 2 : Lakey Peterson (USA) 15.25, Sage Erickson (USA) 13.35
Heat 3 : Sally Fitzgibbons (AUS) 18.15, Johanne Defay (FRA) 11.00
Heat 4 : Malia Manuel (HAW) 15.75, Jacqueline Silva (BRA) 11.00
Heat 5 : Coco Ho (HAW) 16.00, Justine Dupont (FRA) 15.15
Heat 6 : Page Hareb (AUS) 10.65, Pauline Ado (FRA) 7.50

Round 3
Heat 1: Tyler Wright (AUS) 15.10, Courtney Conlogue (USA) 14.40, Rebecca Woods (AUS) 11.30
Heat 2: Sally Fitzgibbons (AUS) 13.40, Coco Ho (HAW) 11.50, Lakey Peterson (USA) 8.35
Heat 3: Stephanie Gilmore (AUS) 16.00, Malia Manuel (HAW) 13.70, Sofia Mulanovich (PER) 9.60
Heat 4: Carissa Moore (HAW) 14.00, Laura Enever (AUS) 9.25, Paige Hareb (NZL) 6.10

Round 4
Heat 1: Courtney Conlogue (USA) 11.40, Lakey Peterson (USA) 9.50

Heat 2: Coco Ho (HAW) 11.67, Rebecca Woods (AUS) 8.77

Heat 3: Malia Manuel (HAW) 12.10, Paige Hareb (NZL) 9.16

Heat 4: Laura Enever (AUS) 12.13, Sofia Mulanovich (PER) 8.66

QUARTER-FINALS
QF 1: Tyler Wright (AUS) 11.37, Courtney Conlogue (USA) 10.53

QF 2: Coco Ho (HAW) 12.60, Sally Fitzgibbons (AUS) 8.76

QF 3: Stephanie Gilmore (AUS) 13.57, Malia Manuel (HAW) 10.00


SEMI-FINALS
SF 1: Tyler Wright (AUS) 14.66, Coco Ho (HAW) 9.37

SF 2: Stephanie Gilmore (AUS) 17.10, Carissa Moore (HAW) 12.50

FINAL
1 – Stephanie Gilmore (AUS) 18.53

2 – Tyler Wright (AUS) 13.10

Tyler Wright showed off impressive surfing skills in the final heat but Stephanie Gilmore dominated the event and ultimately took the win, claiming her 5th ASP Women's World Title. Congrats Steph!

Want more? Check out the event highlight videos at Roxy Live.

Photo Credit: Roxy

Beach Reads: SurfGirl Issue #38

Hey girls! Have you picked up the latest issue of SurfGirl magazine? Check out the lovely Lauren Hill gracing the cover with a gorgeous board in tow. Here are some of the articles featured is this issue:

• Seawater Sirens: Five girls who live and breathe surfing
• Sex and Surfing: Sexism vs female empowerment in the surf industry
• Ocean Boheme: Beach-inspired fashion with a bohemian twist
• Car Park Surfers: Summer living in France
• Top 10 Pro Surfer Hot List: Eye candy on the waves

SurfGirl is an amazing surfing and beach lifestyle magazine for women. It never disappoints! Beautiful, vibrant, and with articles a girl actually wants to read (sorry, Transworld Surf). It can be a bit difficult to find in the U.S. If your local shop carries it, pick up a copy today! Otherwise you can subscribe through Amazon, or directly through SurfGirl. Check out the Nalu bead subscription package!

What surfing magazine are you currently stoked on?

Upcoming Events: Roxy Pro Biarritz 2012

Who says girls can't rip?

Get ready, ladies. The Roxy Pro Biarritz is upon us. See the world's best female surfers tear it up for the win! 

Check out the fierce lineup:  
Stephanie Gilmore (AUS)
Sally Fitzgibbons (AUS)
Carissa Moore (HAW)
Courtney Conlogue (USA)
Tyler Wright (AUS)
Laura Enever (AUS)
Malia Manuel (HAW)
Lakey Peterson (USA)
Coco Ho (HAW)
Paige Hareb (NZL)
Rebecca Woods (AUS)
Sofia Mulanovich (PER)
Sarah Mason (NZL)
Pauline Ado (FRA)
Silvana Lima (BRA)
Justine Dupont (FRA)
Sage Erickson (USA)
Jacqueline Silva (BRA)

Tune in July 10th-14th here: Roxy Live. Missed the action? Check back in for the latest scores and a summary of events.

Will you be watching? Who will you be rooting for?

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