Some of the biggest waves ever surfed break off the now-iconic coastline of Nazaré, which is Portugal's charming little town, packed with terracotta rooftops and dramatic cliffs. Gigantic, 80 ...

He is also famous for surfing towering waves that no one else would dare ride. Aikau died in 1978 at the age of 31 during an expedition to sail a traditional Polynesian voyaging canoe from ...

We’re surfing in the spirit of Eddie,’ " Coleman said. Shane Dorian, left, and Peter Mel share a ride on a large wave during The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational at Waimea Bay on Sunday, Jan ...

Potentially "life-threatening" waves will likely return to the Bay Area, bringing rip currents and dangerous surf conditions to the region. SF Gate Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo Skip to main content ...

Zicatela, in the Pacific, is one of the favorites for surfers worldwide. (Photo Credit: Ministry of Tourism of Mexico) Mexico offers a variety of beaches where tourists can partake in many activities, ...

This is the second Olympics to feature surfing, but it’s the first time competitors are riding waves that are a matter of “life or death,” according to professional big wave surfer Garrett ...

Tahiti’s waves are a matter of ‘life and death’ for surfing Olympics Tahiti's Teahupo'o wave has a slew of riders for the Paris 2024 Olympics. NPR finds out why it's called one of the most ...

Crosby Colapinto of San Clemente waves to surfing fans after finishing second in the Round of 64 of the US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024.

Gigantic, 80-foot waves break out in front of the town's headland, which separates the northern and southern beaches. But away from that, there are a few surfing gems that are overshadowed by the ...

Gigantic, 80-foot waves break out in front of the town's headland, which separates the northern and southern beaches. But away from that, there are a few surfing gems that are overshadowed by the ...