The Pitch Blog

The Worst Wipeout Of My Life
The Worst Wipeout Of My Life
I never wanted to be in this situation but you have to accept it’s part of what we do and especially out there, you see the videos and hear the stories,... Read more...
The History of Surf Culture
The History of Surf Culture
Early Beginnings of Surfing. Surfing, as a cultural practice, has deep roots stretching back centuries, particularly in Polynesian cultures. The earliest known instances of board sliding date back to ancient... Read more...
The Physics of Surfing: Balance and Energy basics
The Physics of Surfing: Balance and Energy basics
In the world of surfing, the dance between the waves and the surfboard is a mesmerising display of physics and art. To understand why surfboards are shaped the way they... Read more...
"Tales of the Deep – (and sometimes shallow)"
"Tales of the Deep – (and sometimes shallow)"
Welcome to "Tales of the Deep – and sometimes shallow," an eye-opening series where we dive into the harrowing world of shark encounters. These gripping stories are not just about... Read more...
A High-Octane Encounter with Cyclops
A High-Octane Encounter with Cyclops
Under the dark veil of the early morning sky, we loaded up and embarked on our adventure to Cyclops. A notorious surf spot famed for its monstrous waves breaking over... Read more...
Protect Your Ears: Preventing Surfer's Ear
Protect Your Ears: Preventing Surfer's Ear
Western Australia is a haven for water sports enthusiasts,  with its pristine water, raw coastline and breathtaking scenery. However, this region presents a common problem for surfers known as surfer's... Read more...
La Niña vs El Niño: Unravelling the Oceanic Enigma and its Impact on Australian Surfing
La Niña vs El Niño: Unravelling the Oceanic Enigma and its Impact on Australian Surfing
G'day surfers and other ocean enthusiasts! I thought I'd take a deep dive into the world of climate phenomena – specifically, La Niña and El Niño – and how they... Read more...