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WATCH: NORTHERN ROOTS - THE COFFEY FAMILY
The Coffey family has deep roots in Santa Cruz. Ward built a surfboard business from the ground up, focusing on custom shapes and working with his clients face to face to produce surf craft specific to the rider and local conditions. It’s a timeless business model and has rewarded the family with a simple, but comfortable lifestyle.
WATCH: THE O'RIGINALS - MAX WESTON
How many surfers do you know, who can lay claim to being a chemical and biomolecular engineer? Maybe none? Well, the only surfer we know who can legitimately lay claim to developing nanoparticle biosensors for food and health, is Max Weston. To put it simply, you don’t get more original than this kid.
O'NEILL FREAK SHOW PRO 2019
O’Neill’s iconic home town location, Steamer Lane has played host to many legendary events over the decades, including the Cold Water Classic. We are excited to announce that the Freak Show Pro is heading back to The Lane, November 1 - 3rd. This year’s event, 64 surfers will battle for $10,000.00 prize purse along with $500.00 to the best air in honor of Shawn “Barney” Barron.
WATCH: THE O'RIGINALS - REEF DOIG
In the latest installment of "The O'Riginals", we take a look at the journey of Aussie born, Bali raised shredder Reef Doig. After putting the competition scene in his review mirror, Doig's passion for surfing is higher than ever now that he's dictating his own path.
O'Neill Womens x Dogwood Dyer
O'Neill X Dogwood Dyer We are excited to announce our latest collaboration with Liz Spencer of Dogwood Dyer for a...
O'NEILL | SUPERFLEECE COLLECTION
True Warmth / Functional Style Perfect for staying warm on a hike or after a surf, Glacier Peak Flannel uses lightweight, fleece construction to keep the heat in and the cold out. It looks like a flannel, with the comfort of a fleece.
O'NEILL | CASPAR JACKET WITH O'NEILL HYPERDRY™
Designed to withstand the elements, The Caspar Jacket features lightweight, breathable fabric and O'Neill Hyperdry™ durable water-resistant technology.
WATCH: STRIKE MISSIONS - CHASING DORIAN
When it comes to striking a hurricane swell, timing is everything. Anxiety stirred as Hurricane Dorian made its way up the Eastern Seaboard. The crew analyzed swell and wind charts from Cape Hatteras to Nova Scotia, hoping to make the right call. As we paced back and forth, Team O’Neill legend and East Coast specialist Cory Lopez finally gave the thumbs up to book our flights and head to New Jersey. The Strike Mission was on.
WATCH: JORDY SMITH X SURF RANCH
With a new wave setting for the Freshwater Pro to play with, it looks like current world number 2 Jordy Smith will be spending more time hammering his signature turns on the face than practicing yoga poses in the tube.
WATCH: THE O'RIGINALS - BEAU CRAM
In the latest installment of “The O’Riginals”, our film series that celebrates surfing’s fringe characters, we take a look at the Sydney chippie himself, Beau Cram. While the son of ‘80s power mongrel Richard Cram has all the DNA to bury the rail with the best of them, it’s Beau’s creativity that has made him one of the most naturally gifted surfers in any line-up.
CONVERSATIONS WITH: IAN CRANE
Last week, we took a trip down to San Clemente to catch up with Ian Crane and ask a few questions. The San Clemente native and Team ONeill aerial specialist has been busy competing, traveling, and just generally bringing the fun wherever he goes. From favorite surf flicks to future goals, we asked Ian a series of thought-provoking questions and he let us know what's up.
REDLANDS HYBRID PANT
Search for waves. Hike the trail. Explore the city. O'Neill Hybrid Pants are made for movement. Blending lightweight stretch fabrication and O'Neill Hyperdry™️ water-resistant coating to maximize comfort in every environment.
WATCH: SHOP CHRONICLES - VAL SURF
Bridging the gap between the coast and the valley, @valsurf1962 brought the beach lifestyle inland, exposing authentic surf culture to a whole new community. Owner Mark Richards grew up surfing and making the trek to the beach from his home in Valley Village, about fifteen miles inland from Malibu.
O'NEILL | BALLITO PRO 2019
A look back to the Ballito Pro presented by O’Neill with event commentator and ambassador Sal Masekela. Son of the legendary international Jazz musician and anti-apartheid activist Hugh Masekela, Sal spent time exploring his African roots and getting some waves with the local surfers of ILembe Surfriders and the Surfers Not Street Children project.
WATCH: GUENTHER OKA'S RAW FILES - FORMAT FILMS
Guenther Oka's Raw Files from the Formats Film. The movie is now available at a reduced price on iTunes.
O'NEILL HYPERDRY™ | DEL RAY WINDBREAKER
Hit the road and stay protected in the Del Ray Windbreaker. Combat wind and rain on the fly with its exclusive O'Neill Hyperdry fabrication and packable design. Weather-Resistant / Quick-Drying.
WATCH: STRIKE MISSIONS - SOUTHERN FRONTIER
From plane, to van, to helicopter, to boat we saw our fair share of backcountry-roads and hidden coastline. Each session had its own set of challenges, but we managed to explore empty lineups, cast a few lines, camp in the wilderness and have a great time away from it all. Watch Strike Missions: Southern Frontier and see what made this trip different.
WATCH: TEAM O'NEILL - WILD IN WACO!
With Stab High just around the corner, Team O'Neill took a quick trip over to Waco, TX to get a feel for the freshwater launch pad. Ian Crane, Noah "Waggy" Wegrich, Caity Simmers, Timo Simmers and Lucas Owston took some hot laps in the wave pool, chased some chickens, and had some fun before the comp. Watch #TeamONeill - Wild In Waco!
WATCH: THE O'RIGINALS - DARRYL "FLEA" VIROSTKO
Darryl "Flea" Virostko is one of the most legendary surfers to come from Santa Cruz. The Mavericks specialist grew up in a time where surf culture was at its localized height, bringing along a hard living, hard partying ethos that eventually led to serious drug addiction. Watch The O'Riginals with Darryl "Flea" Virostko for the full story.
