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| Name: Jonathan Rosslind |
Age: 25 |
| Years Surfing: 20 | Average Board Size: 5'5" - 9'0" |
| Which Stance: Goofy | Which Way: Either Way |
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| Local Spot: Anywhere in South Africa |
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Favourite Manuever?
Longboard: Hang Ten |
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How would you describe your surfing?
According to Hayley: Graceful, easy and flowing... |
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What does surfing mean to you? It means that in this world anything is possible... |
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Three most important things in your life? 01) Family (Wife, son & daughter)02) Faith 03) Fulfilment |
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Who or what inspires you when you're surfing? Seeing others surfing and enjoying it regardless of their level of surfing… |
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What do you do when you're not surfing? I have a two year old son doing ollie backflips (according to Isaiah) |
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Anything else you'd like to add? Keep it green mon… |
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Read what Hayley has to say about life with a soul surfer in Old Wive's Tales… or take a look at Jono ripping it up in STOP MOTION: November 2006 |
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Surfing is a unique experience for all of us. The following articles share personal insights and experiences people have had during their time as a surfer.
So you're feeling as flat as the swell today and need a bit of a pick-up… Read some of these articles - they're bound to put a smile on your face!
You're blonde and we'll forgive you for that. Want to brush up on your surfing knowledge not your hair-do? These articles will make you smarter - not prettier!
You've got some time off and buddies who are keen to go but you're still not convinced that a trip is in order. Read our travel related articles for tips when hitting the road.
You need new friends but don't feel like dating online or hitting the bar. Well stop by here and get to know some really cool people better - next time you see them in the water tell them you met them at The Swell Guys!
EVOLUTION THEORY: Gary van Rooyen
Gary is just a regular hard working guy like you and I. At least that's what you see on the surface. Truth be told Gary is one of those guys that could have been anything.
Commitment is what makes you paddle out in icy cold conditions, it's also what stops you from sampling foreign g-strings in night clubs the evening before a surf, take a ride in Clint's mind as 745 helps him explore further.
It's been a while since I've sat by myself in a coffee shop. It was a favourite pass time when I used to work in the city center. You get to see some of the city's most amazing shows. Not the kind that's rehearsed but the type of show for which there is no cover charge, the stage is everywhere and the actors don't take a bow.
There is something about traveling no more than four inches off the ground at 60km/h and sliding around a hairpin corner that really gets ones blood boiling.
SURVIVING A SURF TRIP: A field guide for non-surfers
Whether you're a girl/boyfriend, husband or wife of a surfer, you're going to end up missioning up the coast at one point or another and you'll soon realise whether or not a surf trip is for you. Here are some tips to help you survive the experience.
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Austin has been mentoring groms for years now and has positively influenced everyone who encounters him.
OverXposed: Francesco Sardella
Francesco is a bit strange, his overXposure is, without a doubt, the most enlightening one we've had so far, read his responses and the next time he asks if he can use his wizardry to put you onto canvas, just say yes.
Holly Armstrong is a hard-core young woman making waves in the women's surfing scene. At only 14 years of age she's already been seen out at places like Crayfish Factory where her dad Ian has been tutoring her.
Mossel Bay locals rip. Full Stop or rather Peanut Butter! However Johan Kriek stands out from his peers with his smooth, explosive style and exciting manuevers - see what he has to say in this overXposure.
Jono is a true soul surfer - if he's not hanging ten on a longboard then he's laying back on an old school fish, just ask anyone who's ever had the privilege to surf with him and they'll tell you exactly the same thing.
Dynamite certainly comes in small packages as Lyndon proves beyond any doubt. He's also the exceptional shaper behind "EarthSea". His positive attitude and commitment to surf culture inspires all around him.
Yet another smoking goofy-footer from Kalk Bay. Dassie is a soft-spoken young man who rips everything apart with style. He's also the king of inside barrels.
Ted is young upcoming goofy-footer from Kalk Bay making waves on the local scene with his fresh approach and commitment to pushing the limits.
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