Patagonia, long recognized for its commitment to the environment, just introduced the world’s first wetsuits that are made with natural rubber from sources that are Forest Stewardship Council ...

Ever the innovator, the California-based clothing company Patagonia recently created and unveiled the first-ever line of neoprene-free wetsuits — setting a new industry standard in environmentally ...

Gabriela Aoun is a writer, editor and producer based in Encinitas, California. She spends most of her outdoor time surfing but can also be found hiking and camping with her two dogs. New perk: Easily ...

Whether you're splashing around in Hawaii or dipping in and out in the Maldives, take a look around at other visitors at some ...

With 175-million dollars in annual sales, O'Neill could be the second-largest surf brand in the world, according to Marketing Manager Mark Tinkess. Surprised? Don't be. It's all part of the company's ...

When swimming in the open ocean, your every movement gives off invisible signals to the fish and sea creatures around you to betray your presence. Sharks, lobsters, crayfish, rays, eels, lampreys, ...

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