Big Wednesday DVD
Sunday, May 20th, 2007
At last the classic 60’s surf film Big Wednesday is available on DVD and is still as good as ever. If you’ve never seen it then amongst the backdrop of incredible surfing scenes, comes the story of 3 guys growing up under the uneasy shadow of the Vietnam war. But life throws up it’s own set of problems and hard decisions for the lads to take. And the escape is the water, the swell and the search for the perfect wave. The complexity of the different personalities lends an endearing quality to the whole production and a magnaninous end that leaves you choking for breath. The thumping soundtrack of classic sixties tracks rams it all home of course.Coming forward to present times, it hasn’t gotten any easier. And this wonderful film reminds you that life’s a beach, a VW Camper, a board and beer. Enjoy.
At last the classic 60’s surf film Big Wednesday is available on DVD and is still as good as ever. If you’ve never seen it then amongst the backdrop of incredible surfing scenes, comes the story of 3 guys growing up under the uneasy shadow of the Vietnam war. But life throws up it’s own set of problems and hard decisions for the lads to take. And the escape is the water, the swell and the search for the perfect wave. The complexity of the different personalities lends an endearing quality to the whole production and a magnaninous end that leaves you choking for breath. The thumping soundtrack of classic sixties tracks rams it all home of course.Coming forward to present times, it hasn’t gotten any easier. And this wonderful film reminds you that life’s a beach, a VW Camper, a board and beer. Enjoy.
At last an original invention for surfers has come on the market that is actually quite useful! Are you tired of dinging your boards having them leaning up precariously or getting knocked around in your house? Welcome to the world of Stikup! It sticks your board to your wall. The device comprises two very attractive alloy board beans and two adjustable neoprene lined straps. Designed for all shapes and sizes of boards Stikup is a unique board display system that fuses function and form into art. You can make sure you get no more homemade dings by sticking your board on your wall or ceiling either horizontally or vertically! You’ll wonder how you ever lived without one. We love it!!! !
This is a wetsuit which really has some thought put into it specifically for the needs of surfers. The Fusion 5/3 from O’Neill is made from new Ultraflex Durable Superstretch with critically taped seams. The suit has a wind-proof single lined chest and back and the fantastic 3Q Blackout Zip system. Seamless paddle zones make for rash free underarms and the Firewall hollow fibre interior guarantees to extend your winter sessions. A Super Seal neck keeps water entry to a minimum. If you are looking for a new wetty for the coming winter months, this might just be what you are looking for.
The World Storm Rider Guide is the first and only comprehensive colour guide to 80 of the planets premier surfing coastlines. The book offers detailed analysis of the surf spots, the optimum meteorological and oceanographic conditions, plus the low down on the local scene, hazards, access, getting there, accommodation and much more. A unique set of symbols and statistics make all this information instantly accessible. Combined with over 120maps and 500 superb photos, The World Storm Rider Guide is the essential tool for all globetrotting waveriders.
