Guides

Munich is one of the only cities in the world where you can surf after work. A guide to the best river waves and surf spots within two hours of the city.

Empty lineups, powerful winter swells, and cold, clear water. Here's how to stay warm and surf through the European winter with the right wetsuit setup.

The wrong first surfboard makes learning harder than it needs to be. An honest guide to choosing a board that helps you progress rather than fight the wave.

Fins influence how your surfboard turns, generates speed, and responds under your feet. How FCS, Futures and US Box systems work — and which fins fit which boards.

Portugal gets the most attention, but Europe's Atlantic coast has far more to offer. The best surf destinations across France, Spain and the Canary Islands.

Most people are standing up and paddling within an hour of their first SUP session. Everything you need to know before getting on the water for the first time.