Anton Hoas Ströman

What have you been up to lately?
I've been home in Sweden for about a month, it's all great except for the lack of sun. Soon I'm off to Costa Rica
working as a surf instructor spreading the surfing gospel to Swedes who escapes the winter.

Tell us about the greatest wave ever caught?
Ooh, that's a hard one. The first time you stand up is always the best, no doubt. Secondly must be last winter in Costa Rica.

What's your favourite Sunpocket shade?
I'm in love with the Sällskapsresan inspired Samoa, fits my face lke nothing else.

What's your favourite spot in the world?
Biarritz in south west of France, absolutely lovely place where mountains meet waves, good food and life quality.

Any upcoming projects?
Yes, I'm really looking forward to our Surfing4Life project which is about teaching local kids to surf. They live next to perfect surf but in many cases they've never tried to surf and are afraid of the ocean.

Tell us about something you are proud of?
Taking my own path in life and not giving in to expectations of what one should do and live for.

Anton Hoas Ströman

What have you been up to lately?
I've been home in Sweden for about a month, it's all great except for the lack of sun. Soon I'm off to Costa Rica
working with Surfakademin spreading the surfing gospel to Swedes who escapes the winter.

Tell us about the greatest wave ever caught?
Ooh, that's a hard one. The first time you stand up is always the best, no doubt. Secondly must be last winter in Costa Rica.

What's your favourite Sunpocket shade?
I'm in love with the Sällskapsresan inspired Samoa, fits my face lke nothing else.

What's your favourite spot in the world?
Biarritz in south west of France, absolutely lovely place where mountains meet waves, good food and life quality.

Any upcoming projects?
Yes, I'm really looking forward to our Surfing4Life project which is about teaching local kids to surf. They live next to perfect surf but in many cases they've never tried to surf and are afraid of the ocean.

Tell us about something you are proud of?
Taking my own path in life and not giving in to expectations of what one should do and live for.

Matilda Rapaport

What have you been up to lately? I've been a lot in Engelberg, getting ready for the winter.

Tell us about your latest discouvery? That I'm not as good as I thought in badminton.

What is your motto? No guts, no glory.

What is your worst addiction? Checking my e-mail. I'm getting stomach ache if I haven't checked my mails in a few hours, but it's getting better though.

What is your favorite words? Genau, a German word a use all too often.

Per Spett

What have you been up to lately? Loading Iron Ore in the deep mines of Kiruna
And on the Time of from work, Skiing in Australia.

What's up with your H. Hogan style? Five days of bad weather in the Swiss mountain makes you restless, wouldn't you say.

What’s your motto? Do or Die.

Source of inspiration? Take things to the next level!

Any favourite track when in action? "On my way", Spider bait or "Komma ut ut matchen", The Hellacopters.

What’s your worst addiction? Have a need to maximize everything.

What turns you on? Right music at the right time.

The Style

All is style

From all that South Africa has offered during these weeks, it must be said that the people have had the greatest impact on us. Friendly, open and always up for a chat is what characterize the people we've met. In Johannesburg, here in one of the not so fancy townships we came across these fellows. We witness once more that style is what matters, screw fashion and see that style comes from within you and the espirit you fire away.

The Moment

Not just another moment

Going east towards Plettenberg bay we ask what all backpackers have to ask themselves - is it that high or am I just getting old to dare the jump? No, backpackers are not excused and neither are we, age is nothing but an excuse. So down it gooees (the immense sensation of panic is really fascinating)... and further down (feels like all the blood is packed in the skull as I reach the bottom), then I'm bouncing up and down in pure ecstasy.

The Stuff

The Fearful food

As the journey has continued along the South African coastline we've scored some extra fine peelers. But surf is by the nature unpredictable. So what to do when we reach Jefferey's Bay - tha grand jewel of African surfing - and no waves are to be found? What you see on the pic is razor sharp mussels on the rocks that create amazing surf and unfortunately many cuts and scars. We made moules marinées! Fry spring oinion, garlic and parsley, add the j-bay mussels and white wine and then some cream. Serve with more wine and bread or fries. (We trust you know how to separate the good mussels from the bad ones, but just to not cause you harm: when the mussels are alive they should be closed, when ready to eat the mussels must be open. Bon apétit!

The Stuff

The Fearful food

As the journey has continued along the South African coastline we've scored some extra fine peelers. But surf is by the nature unpredictable. So what to do when we reach Jefferey's Bay - tha grand jewel of African surfing - and no waves are to be found? What you see on the pic is razor sharp mussels on the rocks that create amazing surf and unfortunately many cuts and scars. We made moules marinées! Fry spring oinion, garlic and parsley, add the j-bay mussels and white wine and then some cream. Serve with more wine and bread or fries. (We trust you know how to separate the good mussels from the bad ones, but just to not cause you harm: when the mussels are alive they should be closed, when ready to eat the mussels must be open. Bon apétit!

The Place

A-train to Simmonstown

The salty breeze is extra refreshing as we're traveling the most scenic route heading towards gentle surf where the Atlantic crushes into the Indian Ocean. The surroundings are too beautiful to fully appreciate, all we want is hang those five or ten toes on the nose. We hear there are pinguins here, sounds cute, but we're not the only ones finding them nice.. sharky. Keep your fingers crossed and eyes open

The Place

Searching SA

As northern Europe starts to fade in to shade and automn gets closer it is time to hit the southern hemisphere. Endless someone? Beaches are probably the greatest place ever made and this scenery in particular. Take a guess where we are. The warm sand and icy water is protected by the twelve apostles. This is also known as the most fancy beach in SA.....

The Moment

September Sessions

Summer's been great, right. Except all the shit. And here comes September as a second chance to do the things you talked about in April, but never did in June. The summer's not over, yet. Until fall hits we'll enjoy the days that offer another kind of freshness and crispy touch. September sessions are here.

The Place

The Buprint

Spending some crazy days in the Potemkin-like city of Vegas makes you suffer from flu and real life experience. What is better then going straight to Malibu. Not one of those "classic" days, but who cares when the sky is as blue as an ocean.. Forecast says great swell is coming up for the Malibu Invitational.