The 19th Jesus Surf Classic was surfed in a great atmosphere and with some quality rides at Putsborough. Croyde Bay once again was the base for this long running and very successful event organised by Christian Surfers UK.

Conditions for the eight categories started off on Saturday morning with a stiff onshore wind and sets of around 2ft – 3ft, with showers and a few bright spells. However as predicted the swell grew considerably, so twin peaks were run throughout the day.

Nick Williams (Voice of the UK Pro Tour) also shared his amazing story of surviving a shark attack in South Africa just two days after he got married. A truly miraculous story.

Sunday the contest was moved to the more sheltered option of Putsborough. The remaining six heats were greeted with 5-6ft clean waves with very few out, and the remainder of the event was wrapped up in great conditions, with some solid surfing from all involved, both UK based and travelling Aussies.

More than 20 surf movies will be showcased in the 2nd annual Canadian Surf Film Festival (CSFF), from September 29th to October 1st, in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

There will be regular length features and shorts about surf culture as it relates to communities and traditions all over the world, from as near as Halifax to as far off as rural Indonesia.

"We’re really excited about this year’s line-up. In our second year, we’re bringing eight Canadian premieres," says Development Director, Keith Maddison. "And we’ve got filmmakers and surfers from across North America joining us to present many of these films. We can’t wait to bring this program to our community, not just the surf community. The line-up touches everything from environmental conservation to mental health issues, and from anthropology to indie art filmmaking."

More than 500 colour photos and 160 pages of pure stoke will pump all surfer girls' hearts taking their surfing to the next level.

"The Surf Girl Handbook" is the new surf book published by SurfGirl magazine, in association with Roxy. It covers everything you need to know about surfing and takes you from total beginner through to standout ripper at your local break. You can buy it here.

Packed with priceless information, amazing photography and insider tips from the pros, "The Surf Girl Handbook" really is an essential reference for any surf girl. It’s like having your own personal surf instructor, lifestyle coach and fitness guru all in one book.

Is it possible to surf when I'm 95 years old? When will I stop surfing waves? How can I paddle with 80 years old? Will I be able to duck dive when I'm 70? How big are the waves I can catch at 65?

Fortunately, all questions have enthusiastic answers. Yes, surfing is possible until the last day of our lives. Roy Earnest has written a very interesting article for "Healthy Aging" magazine. In "Surfing for Life", recalls the 'baby boom' and 'surfing boom' of the 60's to tell us that the first surfing generation is still alive and riding waves.

Surfers have moved with their lives. The career, the house loan, wife and kids, the long dinners with friends, the diseases. It all happens through time. Some have kept catching waves, at least in weekends. Meanwhile, longboards returned to the surf shops and the euphoria returned.

"It should no longer be a surprise when a surfer is over age 40 or 50, and yet, it does surprise many – mostly non-surfers. The growing number of surfers over 50 jolts many people’s view of what older people 'should do,' and that jolt gets stronger as surfers get older", writes Earnest, who is also a gerontologist.

John John Florence will be replacing Yadin Nicol on the new ASP Top 34, after an broken right fibula sustained in Japan while free-surfing in late August. The Australian surfer is sad but he is looking forward to watch the Hawaiian partying hard.

"I have been so close to qualifying in the past, and know how stoked I would have been if someone would have given up their spot for me due to injury," Nicol said. "By no means am I happy on being hurt. I worked my ass off for years to get to this point, but at least until I'm ready to get back into it I'll be able to get a lot more excitement out of the webcasts with John John (Florence) being there. He's going to be fun to watch!"

While early prospects have Nicol out of the water for three-to-four months, the ASP have promised the young Australian a wildcard in the season-ending Billabong Pipeline Masters should he be healthy enough to surf at that time.

Mikala Jones, Alana Blanchard, Stephen Koehne, Ross Williams, Sean Moody and Shane Dorian are the "Icons of Aloha", Reef’s most influential ambassadors, either native to Hawaii, California or Australia, who have all left their indelible mark on the North Shore of Oahu.

The campaign pay tribute to iconic surfers who have humbly garnered the respect of the Hawaiian community and earned their spot in the line-up at the notorious, and often times treacherous, surf breaks of the North Shore. Watch the video teaser, here.

“Hawaii has a lot of talented surfers, I’m honored to be a part of this campaign and stoked to be a part of the Reef family”, says Mikala Jones.

Big waves are making their way to the North of Spain for the upcoming 2011 Pantin Classic Pro, to be surfed near Ferrol. There are valuable points at stake for surfers wanting a seat in the elite Men's and Women's ASP World Tours in 2012.

The truly iconic event of Galicia has solidified over the decades as one of Europe's best professional surfing events. ‘La Factoria' of Pantin is guaranteed to produce some excellent quality waves with the first of the early autumn swells expected to hit the Galician coast during the event window.

Surfer's of the calibre of Wiggolly Dantas, Dion Atkinson and last year's winner Billy Stairmand are confirmed and will be out to battle for the ASP 5-Star Cabreiroa Pantin Classic Pro title along with top European's Aritz Aranburu, Jonathan Gonzalez and Joan Duru.

Los Angeles and surfing are like wax and a surfboard. Whether you're a pro surfer an intermediate challenger or a dedicated beginner, surfing in LA is an unforgettable life experiences. And no one photographed wave riding in Los Angeles like Leroy Grannis.

The most populous Californian city is blessed by a beautiful coast with plenty of surf spots for all surf levels. With its subtropical-Mediterranean climate, Los Angeles is the capital of surfing lifestyle and all year round wave consistency.

Malibu is the iconic center of surfing in Los Angeles. The multiple point breaks and the entire relaxed atmosphere in the line-up are in the DNA of Malibu Beach. There's 21-mile (34 km) of sand and wave peaks to be explored. A true longboarder's heaven.

Zuma Beach offers a large number of peaks for everyone to enjoy. Known for its crystal clear and clean water, Zuma is the perfect venue for many surf contests. Topanga Point has a strong passionate team of locals and offers waves for all surfers. In special days, this point break can deliver top class rides that will mark your surfing career forever.

With the completion of the Quiksilver Pro New York, won by Owen Wright (AUS), 21, in Long Beach, Long Island yesterday, the first half of the 2011 ASP World Tour has come to an end and the midyear rotation has been activated.

The new ASP Top 34 will now be comprised of the current top 32 surfers on the ASP World Rankings as well as two surfer wildcards. These 34 surfers will be joined by two event wildcards (creating a 36-man field) for the remainder of events on the ASP World Title schedule: Trestles (USA), Hossegor (FRA), Peniche (PRT), San Francisco (USA) and Pipeline (HAW).

NEW ASP TOP 34:
1. Kelly Slater (USA)
2. Jordy Smith (ZAF)
3. Owen Wright (AUS)
4. Mick Fanning (AUS)
5. Taj Burrow (AUS)
6. Jeremy Flores (FRA)
7. Joel Parkinson (AUS)
8. Adrian Buchan (AUS)
9. Bede Durbidge (AUS)
10. Michel Bourez (PYF)
11. Adriano de Souza (BRA)
12. Julian Wilson (AUS)
13. Damien Hobgood (USA)
14. Josh Kerr (AUS)
15. Alejo Muniz (BRA)
16. Gabriel Medina (BRA)
17. Kieren Perrow (AUS)
18. Raoni Monteiro (BRA)
19. Matt Wilkinson (AUS)
20. Jadson Andre (BRA)
21. Heitor Alves (BRA)
22. Chris Davidson (AUS)
23. Brett Simpson (USA)
24. Dane Reynolds (USA)
25. Patrick Gudauskas (USA)
26. Daniel Ross (AUS)
27. Yadin Nicol (AUS)
28. Miguel Pupo (BRA)
29. Dusty Payne (HAW)
30. Kai Otton (AUS)
31. Taylor Knox (USA)
32. Tiago Pires (PRT)
33. Travis Logie (ZAF) *surfer wildcard (next on ASP World rankings)
34. Fredrick Patacchia (HAW) *surfer wildcard (injury)
1st Alternate: John John Florence (HAW)
2nd Alternate: Adam Melling (AUS)

The newly-minted ASP Top 34 will compete for the first time at the upcoming Hurley Pro at Trestles, Event No. 7 of 11 on the 2011 ASP World Title season, from September 18 – 24, 2011.