Surf History: The Leash

Ever wonder why older surfers didn't wear leashes with their surfboards? Or who popularized the use of a leash? Check out surflines article on the leash here!! http://www.surfline.com/surfing-a-to-z/surf-leashes-history_921/

Inside the Curl: Surfing's Surprising History

Ever wonder why Thomas Jefferson declared the pursuit of happiness an inalienable right? Or why Hawaii is the probably the pinnacle of surfing culture? What about a drug smuggling ring in the heart of California? National Geographic put together an awesome Q & A that has a bunch of interesting fun facts relating to surfing!

Inside the Curl: Surfing's Surprising History