Monday, December 31, 2012

Daze at Sea - Free Billabong Surf Film


Always love a free movie and this one does not disappoint either. Think of it as a late Xmas gift from our mates at Billabong.

Billabong releases a new surf film, Daze At Sea. A year traveling to destinations like France, Indonesia, Australia, California and Hawaii with guys like Jack Freestone, Ryan Callinan, and Granger Larson.

Friday, December 21, 2012

Win with Captain Kai, Von Zipper, Skull Candy and Ogio

Time to celebrate with Captain Kai.
There are so many reasons to celebrate today, for one thing we are all still here and the world did not end, secondly its Christmas in a few days and most importantly this blog has just hit a quarter of a million unique views. My jaw actually dropped as I wrote that.  This is of course because of you the reader! So to say thank you I have the following competition for you...

WIN with Captain Kai's World, just follow the easy steps below (South Africa Only):

1) First off you need to either follow me on Twitter or like my page on Facebook.
2) On Facebook, leave a comment saying which prize you want to win and why.
3) On Twitter you need to tweet me what prize you want and the Hashtag of which Brand - #VonZipperSA #SkullCandySA or #OgioSA 

Get cracking and I will announce the winners on the 30th December 2012.

The prizes...

I have Skull Candy Headphones...

 I have 1 pair of Male and 1 pair of Female Von Zipper shades to give away...
 I have an awesome Ogio backpack.

Thursday, December 20, 2012

An Irish Boat Trip with DC Shoes

Crab Island is just one of the great spots you could surf off the boat in Ireland.
I know Ireland is not top of most surfer's trip calendar, but it really should be. The place is magical and the waves are epic!
In 2012 Captain Matt Knight, an accomplished surfer, sailor and adventurer finished working on his 52' Wharram Catamaran, converting it from a warm climate pleasure cruiser to a hardy and protected cold climate exploration vessel.
In the Autumn of 2012, the DC shoes U.K team chartered "Hecate" on her first cold water surf adventure.
The surfers on board were Luke Dillon, Jobe Harriss and Matts son Taz Knight.
This is the story of that first trip, and what is set to be the start of some great adventures.



The Search for One Eyed Jack - A cold water surf adventure by boat. from Mikey on Vimeo.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Red Bull XFighters South Africa confirmed for 2013


I am so excited I almost wet my pants! The world's greatest FMX competition is coming to South Africa in 2013 and even more exciting is the fact that it will be the season finale, which means we may get to witness a World Title battle! Big names like Danny Torres and Levi Sherwood will be live in your face! So keep your eyes and ears posted right here! (Stoked, I filmed the Travis Pastrana interview.)

29 Epic 2012 Snowboard Fails


Tis the season to be Boarding, tralala la ouch! We all love boarding, but to stick the best lines and tricks you got to pay the price! Here are 29 big wipes...

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Meet Pro Surfer Sage Erickson


It's Monday, well actually Tuesday, but it was a public holiday in South Africa yesterday which meant a  day at the beach. Today I introduce you to Pro Surfer, Sage Erickson, who has quietly been making waves in the world of Pro Surfing. Hailing from California, she spends a lot of her time on the North Shore of Hawaii between trips for main sponsor, O'Neill. Remember to check in every Monday to meet another gorgeous lady from the world of Surfing. 


Meet Sage Erickson from Shark Watches on Vimeo.
"I think being original and being true to yourself is one of the most important things"

Spend 60 seconds getting an inside look into Shark Brand's very own Sage Erickson.

Friday, December 14, 2012

The Moe Show - BMX kingpin Malcolm Peters

Malcolm throwing down his patented Double Whip at Halloween Jam.
I have been watching and filming the South African BMX scene for a while now and one guy that always stands out for me in free ride and competition is, Malcom Peters aka Moe. This is his latest edit and boy does it rock! Make sure to stick to then end for one of the craziest transfers I have ever seen.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

BMX riding on Satellite Dishes - Vasya Lukyanenko 2012


Talk about an original venue for riding your bike! Following his spectacular ride along the roof of a skyscraper in Kiev in 2010, BMX star Vasya Lukyanenko recently took things to the next level as he headed for the Ukrainian National Space Centre in Yevpatoria to demonstrate his bike skills on the huge radar dishes.

He made his way to the National Spacecraft Control and Testing Centre outside the city of Yevpatoria on the Ukraine's eastern coast for a BMX session unlike any other ever seen before.

For more check out RED BULL

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

William Spencer at the Berrics - Crazy Skate


I had to watch this a few times to actually realize how mad some of these tricks are! William Spencer adding new elements to street skating's already difficult arsenal!

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Heart & Soul - David Sandoval canes a BMX

 

This guy is one of the new school of rippers in BMX. Some of the tricks and combos this guy throws down are simply ridiculous! One of the best web parts of the year for sure!

Captain Kai's World Podcast - The great surf debate!

Who will be the World Champion, Kelly or Parko? One subject covered in the great surf debate.
I have been wanting to do this show for ages! In studio to chat about the ASP World Tour judging, system and future were ASP Judge, Ettiene Buys, Surf Journalist, Andy Davis and our regular man of the industry, Wok. We covered past controversial heat results, the future of the sport, South African surfing's future and of course the Pipeline Masters and the world title race between Kelly Slater and Joel Parkinson. Mix this with some great music and you have 2 hours of great radio

Listen or Download the Podcast HERE

Monday, December 10, 2012

Meet Pro Surfer Ellie Jean Coffey


This week I introduce you to rising Australian surfer, Ellie Jean Coffey. I have been following her rise up the ranks the last year or so and she is fast making a big name for herself. Outside being a really talented surfer, she is also beautiful, being part of Billabong's Bikini campaigns, and looks like she has a fiery sense of humor! Her younger sister rips to, so keep an eye out for this future World Tour campaigner...

Friday, December 7, 2012

Pipeline Masters in memory of Andy Irons 2012 Preview

Ian Walsh, a dangerous Wildcard, charges a big set in 2011. (Photo: ASP)
It is pretty fitting that the final event of the ASP World Tour is Pipeline. So many great stories and rivalries over the years have gone down and many a World Title has hinged on this event. This year is no different, with Joel Parkinson, in the hunt for his first World Title, in a dog fight with Kelly Slater, looking for number 12, and Mick Fanning on the outside needing a miracle to take it, but hey, it has happened at Pipe before! Add to this the pack of wildcards, all Pipe specialists frothing to take down the big names from the World Tour and you have a recipe for an epic surf event. Oh and of course, the most dangerous wave in the world...

John John Florence is going to be deadly. Jamie O'Brian still wants to put this trophy on his mantel and young Sebastien Ziets leading the Triple Crown is going to be holding nothing back. Then you have guys like Kieron Perrow on the border of re-qualification and needing a massive result, well he has won last year and made back to back finals.

This could be the contest of decade with great swell forecast already for the first few days. So sit down, strap in, make sure your internet is working and enjoy...

Thursday, December 6, 2012

DONE - John John Florence Film Trailer


John John Florence and his Filmer, Blake Kueny, are ready to release their project, Done. Filmed over 2 years, with loads of footage from SA, including Jbay, Cape Town and the West Coast - and of course exotic locations like Tahiti and Fiji, the movie promises some insane surfing! I will keep you posted on the release dates and hopefully an SA premier...



DONE Trailer from John John Florence on Vimeo.
A Film by Blake Vincent Kueny and John John Florence.
Shot on Location in Hawaii, Tahiti, Africa, and Australia.
Starring John John Florence, Nathan Florence, Ivan Florence, Albee Layer, Kiron Jabour, and Matt Meola
Coming to iTunes soon!

Thrasher Magazine Skater of the Year 2012


Watch the video, nuff said!

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Adam Melling wins the Vans World Cup of Surfing at Sunset Beach

Adam Melling putting his rail on the line for the win at Sunset. (Photo: ASP)
It was old school versus new school at Sunset as guys like Adam Melling, Ace Buchan and Kiren Perrow fought off the charge from the young guns like Perth Stanlick, Gabriel Medina and Sebastien Ziets. When the VOG (Volcanic Smoke Mist apparently.) had settled though, it was Melling who came out on top and took the win, confirming his place on the World Tout for 2013 in the process. Ziets made his second final in the Vans Triple Crown, putting him way out in front for the title and earning him a wildcard for Pipeline. Travis Logie made it to the Round of 32 and Jordy Smith got one round further to the Quarter Finals.


Tuesday, December 4, 2012

SA Rider Brian Capper takes the Red Bull Cross Choice 2012


This looks like an amazing event. With the amount of Sugar cane in Kwazulu Natal, we can hopefully look forward to a South African version of this event.

The Brazilian atmosphere brought positive vibes to South African, Brian Capper. The race took place in one of the most popular landscapes of the country - a sugarcane field - where Brian beat 31 challengers and took home the win on the first edition of Red Bull Cross Choice.

Captain Kai's World Podcast - Wavescape Film Festival & Hot Heels Africa 2012


Busy show this week with December upon us and the storm of events hitting. First up were the Downhill Skaters with Justin and Gabi from SAGRA, to talk about this weekend's, Hot Heels Africa, event. Celebrating 10 years, this is our only World Cup event and will see 4 of the World's best battling for the World Title at the final event of the year. It was great to have international stars, Tamara Prader and Patrick Switzer in studio.

Next up was our man of the surf forecast, Spike, from Wavescape. This week the iconic Wavescape Film Festival begins, with films showing at the Brass Bell, The Labia and of course the viewing on Clifton beach this Saturday evening. Wednesday is the Surfboard Art auction and this is well worth attending.

Next week will be very surf orientated with an ASP Judge, Andy Davis from Mahala and hopefully some skype calls from Cali and Hawaii.

Listen or Download the Podcast HERE

Monday, December 3, 2012

The Psychedelic Skater - Richie Jackson, Battle Commander

The Flower Child himself!
Meet Richie Jackson, pro skater and man of peace and love. He is one of the most trippy skaters you will ever watch. The term psychedelic suits him well! Follow him on Facebook HERE 
(Thanks to Seth for the link.)

Exploring Kauai with Pro Surfer, Alana Blanchard


Not only has Kauai's Alana Blanchard made it back onto the World Tour for 2013, but she has her own web series. This is Episode 3, where she takes us on a tour of the remote Na Pali coastline, which is one of the most beautiful, remote places on the island. Alana and good friend Leila Hurst explore the wild coast by boat, finding hidden waterfalls, crystal blue lagoons, and towing in the boat's wake alongside dolphins in the open ocean.

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Red Bull presents Jaws Paddle Competition


Welcome to the next limit in Big Wave Surfing. Red Bull, together with team rider, Ian Walsh, present the Jaws Paddle Contest. This contest will help to significantly push the boundaries in paddling giant waves. Thus far only a few invites have been released, among them our very own, Grant "Twig" Baker. A big uproar started brewing in South Africa as Chris Bertish has not, as yet, been invited, but he was the first person to paddle into waves at Jaws and is a winner at Mavericks. We cant speculate, but perhaps his invite is in the mail.

The event will run a waiting period over the whole Hawaiian Winter and will require clean 30-50ft Faces to run. They have also confirmed they will not run on the same day as the Eddie if this clash becomes reality.  21 Surfers will be invited.

Invited so far are host Ian Walsh, Twig, Greg Long, Dave Wassel, John John Florence (Yes please), Jeff Rowley and Kala Alexander. Most of these guys being proven chargers out in the Jaws Lineup. One thing is for sure, you dont want to miss this one. Follow the event at Red Bull USA.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Captain Kai's World on www.2ov.fm Podcast - Surf, Skate and Mountain Bike

The Mo is growing!
After a week off in sympathy to our hangovers from Jordy Smith's "Bending Colors" premier, we came back strong! Warren Talbot from Vans joined me with skater, Wong, to chat about the premier of the awesome new skate doccy, Bones Brigade. After that it was Tyrone Rawlins, Craig Kolesky and Oliver Munnik, pro Mountain Biker and radio virgin, who came to tell us about their fund raising efforts for One Sight, as they prepare for the fright of their lives in the Cape Epic next year. We also chatted Hawaii anf the ASP World Tour as Craig is normally there for the Pipe Masters, but he just got depressed!

Bones Brigade will show in Jozi tomorrow night, Thursday in Durban and in Cape Town on Friday.

To win 2x Tickets for CT, JHB or Durban, just tweet me, @KapteinKai with the Hashtags #Vans #BonesBrigade #Rules (T&C's apply.)

Listen or Download the Podcast HERE

Danny MacAskill vs. San Francisco


The man has an ethereal talent for making the simple act of riding a bicycle look magical. He has made trial biking a highly watched internet sensation and continues to blow us away every video release. Danny Macaskill is definitely a legend!

Monday, November 26, 2012

Bones Brigade the Autobiography - The start of modern Skateboarding


The most eagerly anticipated doccy since "Dogtown and Z-Boys" is finally here. Made by Stacey Peralta, the same director, the movie spans a decade when a crew of young skaters changed the face of the sport. The movie is available on Itunes and if you are lucky like myself and a few others, you get to watch the SA premier at the Labia this Friday.

When six teenage boys came together as a skateboarding team in the 1980s, they reinvented not only their chosen sport but themselves too - as they evolved from insecure outsiders to the most influential athletes in the field.


Skate Skateboarding "Trailer (promotion)" "Tony Hawk (Skateboarder)" " Stacy Peralta" DCoscarelli "Tony Alva" "steve caballero" "tony hawk's pro skate" movieclips "movie clips" movieclipstrailers "new trailers" "trailers HD" hd trailers movieclipsDOTcom
"indie film" "indie film trailers" "sundance film festival" "cool movies" "rodney mullen"

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Insane Proximity Flying with Jokke Sommer

Guys like Jokke are taking Proximity Flying to new levels of insanity! (Photo: Red Bull Content Pool)
Jokke Sommer's Wingsuit, original series teaser: Every new episode of this coming original series will take you in a new amazing spot / speed-flying over beautiful and incredible mountain landscapes around the globe.

Jokke explains his feeling and thoughts while flying with his Wingsuit. Jokke is a Norwegian athlete, specializing in Wingsuit flying, base-jumping and speed riding.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

DC Presents Captain Kai's Movie Night - Surf and Snowboard


Its time for another Movie Night in Cape Town with DC Shoes this time around! Pull into Aces n Spades on Thursday, 29 November 2012 and join me for some fun short films and trailers.

Facebook Event Page HERE

The surfing short, Free for All, with surfers Craig Anderson, Mitch Coleborn Dillon Perillo and Ry Craike. This short film was shot over a one week period in Indonesia during this year's team trip.

The main feature is DC's all new Snowboarding Film, Must be Nice, with a stellar cast. Must Be Nice features footage of the guys from the past year shredding around the world. A true team movie, this film is what snowboarding is to DC.
Featuring: Devun Walsh, Torstein Horgmo, Iikka Backstrom, Lauri Heiskari, Aaron Biittner, Ryan Tiene and Anto Chamberland.

Dirt Bike Mayhem with Toys


I always love Lego and Playmobil toys. They allowed your imagination to go crazy as a kid and much of that play time led to the crazy things we get up to these days as "Adults". So I particularly enjoyed this very creative little, stop motion video of some Playmobil FMX action...

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

30th Edition of the Pipeline Challenge is go for 2013


There have been some crazy moments over the years at the Pipeline Challenge. Some of the biggest days ever surfed out there, South Africans charging and winning and of course some gruesome wipeouts. Next year sees the 30th edition of this iconic Bodyboard event and of course SA kingpin, Sacha Specker defending his DK title.

Thursday, November 15, 2012

The Nitro Circus Crash Montage 2012


We all know the boys from the Nitro Circus play hard. But sometimes they pay the price so high, the rest of us mere mortals just have to cringe. Some of the worst wipes I have ever seen, many by Travis Pastrana, in this short video...

Oasis - Sally Fitzgibbons surfs the Desert


Take one of the world's best female surfers and drop her into the Arabian Desert. One would imagine that there would be no surf, but thanks to man's ingenuity, Sally gets to show just how far women's surfing has come...

In this emotive art film Sally Fitzgibbons tackles one of the most unique waves on the planet. Shot in beautiful super slow motion in a striking landscape, this film follows Sally through Dubai and the Al Ain desert as she takes her surfing to the air.

Stay tuned for Episode 1 of Sally Stories Wednesday, November 21st at 10pm PST/Thursday, November 22nd at 5pm AEST! www.redbull.tv


Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Red Bull Kluge - The Athlete Machine


What happens when the world's best athletes and stunt maniacs are sitting at Red Bull USA Head Office bored? Well, glad you asked, they make the best web video you have seen in months!

Derived from the German adjective Klug (meaning "clever"), Red Bull Kluge combines complex machinery patched together with the energy and prowess of world-class athletes, to see what happens when physics gets physical.

For more check out www.redbull.co.za 

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Captain Kai's World on www.2ov.fm - Lord Royden Bryson and the 4 Elements gaming Black Ops 2 Crew

Lord Bryson as he is known in Scotland!
We had an action packed show last night with the launch of Black Ops 2 today in South Africa. Glenn from 4 Elements Gaming brought in the experts, including Holden ZA the best online player in South Africa. Much fun and gaming facts ensued.

I was stoked having good mate and insane surfer, Royden Bryson, on the show again. He filled us in on his leg rehab, his plans for 2013 and onwards and of course his thoughts on the 2012 ASP World Title Race which will go down to the wire in Hawaii.

Halloween Jam - Scary BMX Anarchy in 2012

Buddy Chellan flies above the freaks at Halloween Jam 2012 (Photo: @IshotImagesZA)
I always enjoy the Halloween Jam. BMX and dirt are always koo and the boys have put some serious work into the Gum Trails setup over the years. With both Greg Illingworth and Wayne Reiche away on the overseas front, it allowed the younger guys to really gun for the title and the prizes. Considering I shot this on 1 camera and got 4 minutes of good footage, well, just know the riding was amazing...



Malcolm Peters was my stand out for the day! Whipping bikes all over the show! (Photo: @IshotImagesZA)
Boys were gunning hard on the Wall Ride. (Photo: @IShotImagesZA)
Malcolm again on the Wall Ride. (Photo: IShotImagesZA)

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Ryan Decenzo's Skate House - Red Bull Playgrounds


First of all lets be honest, Ryan Decenzo can skate! Second, this is a very cool concept, I mean just imagine having your very own Red Bull Skate House...

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Captain Kai's World on 2 Oceans Vibe Radio - With Pro Surfer, Tanika Hoffman and Wayne Craig


This week I had Pro Surfer and very cool lady, Tanika Hoffman in studio to promote her new surf school with Vudu Surf. Fresh out of the junior ranks, she is giving the qualifying tour a crack in 2013. I can think of very few girls I would rather be taught how to surf by.
Wayne Craig, the boss of Plett and the Wedge Classic (Seriously, he is up for DA leadership in the area) joined us to talk about Plett, food and of course his favorite pastime, the NSRI.

Download or listen to the PODCAST HERE


Surreal BMX at the Red Bull Skylines 2012, Paris

Red Bull Skylines meant big lines for the BMX Crew in Paris (rutgerpauw.com/Red Bull Content Pool)
The world's top BMX riders came together at the Grand Palais in Paris, France, for what must be one of the most surreal BMX events on the planet. Everything from the venue, lighting, course and the tricks being pulled were on another level!

5600 spectators saw 25 of the Worlds top pro BMX riders compete in Red Bull Skylines at the Grand Palais in Paris, France. In front of a roaring crowd Ryan Nyquist (USA) came up with the title. Second place went to San Diego local Dennis Enarson and Daniel Dhers (Ven) turned it on and finished third in Paris. The set up impressed everyone who stepped inside the Grand Palais building and the event turned out to be one of the biggest BMX events France has ever seen. 

Monday, November 5, 2012

Watch the World premier of Jordy Smith's - Bending Colours

Jordy Smith surfs at Keremas, Bali, Indonesia (Ryan Miller/Red Bull Content Pool)
The long awaited film by the man beast has finally arrived! Tomorrow evening in Santa Cruz, Jordy Smith premiers his signature film, Bending Colours. While most of us wont be able to attend what I am sure will be a melting pot of surf culture and free booze antics by the world's best surfers, Red Bull have kindly allowed us mere mortals to watch the premier live via Red Bull TV. So watch the webisodes below and start frothing, because though Jordy has not had the best year on tour, this movie is going to change surfing! (5pm in South Africa.)

Watch Bending Colours on www.redbull.tv and tune in on November 5 from 8:00PM PST (4am GMT, 5am CET November 6) for the 24 hours on-demand free live stream. 

 

Girls n Bikes - Ben Watts Shoots For Treats Magazine


The Monday madness continues with a pretty radical edit of a shoot, Ben Watts shot for Treats Magazine. Hot models, great Beasty Boys track and smooth editing make for a video guaranteed to brighten your Monday! Models are, Ciara Christensen, Kristina Holbrook, Heather D, Angie Torres and Cambria.

Friday, November 2, 2012

World's Highest Urban MTB Downhill Race - Red Bull Descenso del Condor 2012


The World's highest and possibly most mental Downhill MTB race is back, the Red Bull Descenso del Condor. What an appropriately grand sounding name for such an event, haha. Riders charge down the side of a mountain, that just happens to have a town on it. Climatize yourself with the first video and then open your adrenal floodgates by riding along in Video 2.

Filip Polc wins the Red Bull Descenso del Cóndor, the highest urban downhill race in the world in the Bolivian city of La Paz. An itinerary that started at a height of 4,050 meters above sea level and ended 1.6 kilometers below at 3,600 meters.

Thursday, November 1, 2012

O'Neill Cold Water Classic Preview - Santa Cruz returns to the World Tour

Jordy Smith needs a win and a change of fortune. He has won at Steamer lane before, could this be his moment? (Photo:Miller)
The penultimate event of the World Tour and we welcome back that cold water haven, Santa Cruz. Steamer Lane has produced some legends over the years, specifically in the new school air movement and one of its leaders, Ratboy Collins has a wild card. The other wildcard was won by Nat Young on his backhand and this is a good time to mention that this is one right hand point where the Goofy Footers often trump the naturals!

The last 3 contests were won by two Goofy Footers, Miguel Pupo and Matt Wilko as well as our very own power house, Jordy Smith. The wave has a big shoulder and runs through a couple of Bowl Sections that suit surfers on their backhand. While the natural footers really have to force their turns and keep super tight to the pocket, the Goofys can drive off of the bottom and go vertical into the narrow window for snaps. This is really going to suit surfers like Pupo, Wilko and Travis Logie. Hell, if the surf stays below 5ft, Travis could just cane this contest, the wave is built for his backhand. Gabriel Medina , on his current form, is going to open a can of whoop ass on the wave at Steamer Lane!

In the World title hunt Joel Parkinson needs to win. If Mick, Kelly and John  John don't make semis and Joel wins, the title is done. John John, like Jordy, knows the wave well after coming here for years as an O'Neill team rider. Mick and Joel should have few problems at the Lane, but Kelly, it should be noted, has only ever surfed one event here and got knocked out in the first round. Makes for interesting choices on Fantasy Surfer...


SANTA CRUZ, California/USA (Wednesday, October 31, 2012) – The world’s best surfers have arrived in Santa Cruz, California for the penultimate event of the 2012 ASP World Championship Tour (WCT) season, the O’Neill Coldwater Classic at the iconic Steamer Lane. A staple of the ASP’s qualifying circuit, the O’Neill Coldwater Classic has been sanctioned at the elite level of competition this season, celebrating the brand’s 60th anniversary of operations. The event will play a crucial role in both the 2012 ASP World Title Race and the requalification campaigns of the world’s best surfers and could commence as early as tomorrow.
Mick Fanning (AUS), 31, current No. 3 on the ASP WCT rankings, has two victories under his belt this season, but suffered two relatively early exits over his European campaign. After recharging his batteries at home following the last event Portugal, the polished natural-footer is out to rebound his ASP World Title hopes at the O’Neill Coldwater Classic. “I like to sneak under the radar, but the last couple of events haven’t been the greatest for me,” Fanning said. “It was great to go home and readjust and refocus. I have a new quiver of boards and I’m excited to be here.” Fanning’s appearance at this year’s event marks his first return to Santa Cruz in over a decade and the two-time ASP World Champion (2007, 2009) is excited to take on the challenges brought on by Steamer Lane’s ever-changing conditions. “I think it’s great having this event on the schedule this year,” Fanning said. “The past few years, we’ve had The Search event and you go to new places and it’s great to have a new wave every time and learn the spot as you go through the rounds. This event has been around for a long time, but personally, I haven’t been here since 2000. It’s great to be back and every surfer will be learning, so it’s going to be exciting.” Fanning will face Kieren Perrow (AUS), 35, and Dusty Payne (HAW), 23, in Round 1 of competition.
John John Florence (HAW), 20, current ASP WCT No. 4, has extensive experience in the Steamer Lane lineup despite being one of the youngest competitors in the event. Despite his history with the venue, Florence made it a point to arrive early and reacquaint himself with the break. “To prepare for this contest I arrive a few days early to get used to the cold water,” Florence said. “I’ve been coming here since I was pretty little to surf in the event and Santa Cruz is a cool place. Every year that I come here is a new learning curve for me and that’s why I came here a few days early to get used to it again. To be able to come here and watch everyone adapt to the colder water, and the Lane, it’s not an easy wave to surf, so it’s fun to watch everyone surf it.” Florence has drawn Heitor Alves (BRA), 30, and Patrick Gudauskas (USA), 26, in the opening round of competition.
Miguel Pupo (BRA), 20, winner of last year’s ASP Prime rated O’Neill Coldwater Classic, returns to Steamer Lane as a Sophomore among the world’s best surfers and is ready to defend his title against his fellow ASP WCT competitors. “It’s just great to be back,” Pupo said. “I love this place. Last year was a pretty challenging contest because we had a couple of days at Steamer Lane and a couple of days at Waddell Creek. I’m happy to be back in the water with my booties on.” Pupo admitted that the younger surfers may have more recent experience at Steamer Lane via the ASP Prime rated event of the past, but the top level of competition on the ASP WCT will level the playing field. “I think it’s good because I’ve been coming here the last four years and the young guys have as well because of the Prime,” Pupo said. “We kind of have that advantage, but the veterans have surfed here in the past too. Steamer Lane is a tricky wave and they probably know what to expect. Realistically, it’s the top 34 guys in the world, they surf every wave well, so I think it’s even.” Pupo will face Owen Wright (AUS), 22, and Yadin Nicol (AUS), 26, in Round 1 of competition.
Nat Young (USA), 21, was electric in today’s local trials, stringing together a series of impeccable backhand performances to earn his berth in the main event, marking his first appearance in an ASP WCT. “I knew it was going to be tough in the local trials,” Young said. “We have so many good surfers up here and everyone is capable of doing well and getting big scores. It was a long day and I’m really stoked. I’m against Kelly (Slater), so to be able to surf against my hero at my home break in my first WCT, it’s pretty special.” Young joins Jason Collins (USA), 38, as the two wildcards into the O’Neill Coldwater Classic.
Event organizers will convene tomorrow at 7:15am to assess conditions for a possible 7:45am start. Surfline, official forecasters for the O’Neill Coldwater Classic, have called for: Fun size WNW swell is on track for the first day of the waiting period, Thursday the 1st, although morning wind conditions look problematic before improving over the afternoon. A slightly larger WNW swell is lining up for the afternoon of the 4th through the 6th along with favorable conditions, if the storm behaves as forecast in the next few days.
When competition commences, up first will be Julian Wilson (AUS), 23, Alejo Muniz (BRA), 22, and Taylor Knox (USA), 41, in the opening heat of Round 1.

The O’Neill Coldwater Classic will be webcast LIVE via www.oneill.com/cwc/ 

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Crop Dusting with DC Rally Driver, Jon Williams


Dc Shoes phoned me up and asked if I would be keen to go and shoot with their local Rally Driver, Jon Williams. Yes, came out my mouth pretty quickly. So with the RED Camera crew of Heart Media along for the ride, Black Media went and spent a day in the Cape Fields (Canola Fields) with the Sasol Rally team. This is shot on 2 cameras, all the slow motion stuff being on the RED Camera. Couple of GoPros and voila a quick, high speed jaunt with Jon for your viewing pleasure.

PS: Note how close I got to a Rally Car doing over 100km per hour on the one bend. My Sphincter closed for hours!

WATCH IN HD!

Captain Kai's World on www.2ov.fm - Big Wave charger, Chris Bertish and Movember SA

Chris Bertish is one of very few have won the Big Wave event at Mavericks.
This week's radio show had a very positive feeling and I chatted to two men with projects that are helping the world and us men. Chris Bertish was on the show to promote his new charity adventure, crossing the Atlantic on a SUP (Stand Up Paddle Board). This is to raise funds for kids in Africa who need meals for school. We chatted big wave surfing, the up comig O"Neill Pro in Santa Cruz and of course his upcoming documentary, Ocean Driven.

Garen from Movember South Africa was in studio to give us the low down on this marvelous annual event and how guys and gals can get involved. To start your Movember campaign just go to -
www.movember.com

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Here is the teaser for Chris Bertish's documentary, Ocean Driven...



Ocean Driven - The Chris Bertish Story from Aurelia on Vimeo.