Are you not entertained? Sensational performances from Caroline Marks and John John Florence throughout Finals Day crowned them ultimate victors to close out proceedings. Marks’ astonishing form from the Elimination Round scare to the Final showed she’s up for the task to stay in the Top 5 and fight for back-to-back World Titles after going back-to-back here in El Salvador over Gabriel Bryan. The men’s finalist put on a masterclass of aerial antics and one of the most progressive showings in recent memory on Tour, but it was Florence who claimed the crown over an in-form Yago Dora for his first win since 2021. The dust has settled and the fight for the Final 5 narrows to just two events and everything left to compete for. The World Title race now heads for the Vivo Rio Pro presented by Corona June 22 – 30.

Celebrated style master Clay Marzo, has recently secured a sponsorship with RVCA, a decade after parting ways with Quik. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Marzo’s career, bringing together his outlandish talent and RVCA’s commitment to supporting innovative and ingenious athletes. Marzo has creativity and innovation on tap, and when it’s turned on he’s a dream in the water.

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Film/Edit By Leilani Zerkle

Music by Kommon Kings: There I GO

Miki Dora, often referred to as “Da Cat,” was a legendary and enigmatic figure in the surfing world, epitomising the rebellious spirit of the sport in the 1950s and 60s.

Born in 1934 in Budapest and later moving to California, Dora became synonymous with Malibu’s iconic waves. His smooth, stylish rides and disdain for the commercialisation of surfing set him apart as both a pioneer and a controversial figure.

Dora’s life was as tumultuous as his surf style; he was known for his run-ins with the law and periods of self-imposed exile, which only added to his mystique.

Despite his complex persona, Dora’s legacy as a purist who championed surfing as a way of life rather than a spectacle continues to resonate with many in the surf community.

For this video I went back to one of Wyoming’s best surfable rapids in the Snake River. First time back after almost a decade to rediscover the magic of this charming little surf scene in the heart of the US. And reconnecting with the inspiring scene that has sent me on the path I’m on today 🙂

Huge thanks to Max Mogren for the hospitality and letting me crash in the shed. To Cam and Guch for always coming down and bringing the good vibes and hi levels of shred. To KB for being my river GURU. And all the locals at the wave, love this crew! – Dylan Graves

Filmed by:
Joaquin Tervelline
Dylan Graves
Graham Nash
Josh Nardo
Steve Zeitzoff
Jared Abe
(thanks to Vans for the archival)

Music by Dylan Graves
shred sesh music by Nolan Hall

Place of Thorns tells the story of one of the world’s most incredible waves, Puerto Escondido, from its discovery by early surfers when it was just a small coffee port in Mexico, to the bustling tourist Mecca it has become today. After five decades, Puerto continues to draw surfers from across the globe to the town’s main beach, Playa Zicatela, as they pit themselves against some of the biggest, most deadly beach break waves on the planet.

Join us as we explore the dynamics of this unique wave while celebrating some of the best swells and rides ever documented on its shores. Along the way we discover why the Mexican Pipeline is amongst the most challenging surf spots in the world, and what it takes to ride it. But it’s not only the town that has changed. The iconic wave is under dire threat, galvanizing the local community as they take a united stand to save the wave and their home.

A film by Now Now Media presented by Monster Energy
In Association with Saves The Waves and Ocean & Earth
Produced by Alan van Gysen and Edwin Morales
Executive Producers Ryan Franklin and Kazmira Krawchuk
Directed and edited by Will Bendix

Featuring: Coco Nogales, Shane Dorian, Bianca Valenti, Greg Long, Matt Bromley, Nathan Florence, Quetzal Estrada, Jeff Divine, Craig Peterson and others.

Join the fight to save Puerto Escondido here

Nathan Florence, NZ, stunning and rugged landscapes, and very unruly heavy waters. The sense of adventure and stoke of scoring some epic waves with a few friends out is second to none. Mr Florence we salute you and your crew for your continued exploration outside of the Hawaiian Islands, long may you slide.