Category: English
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Epic Metamorphosis on the Waves
“As Gregor Samsa awoke one morning from uneasy dreams he found himself transformed into an epic surfer.” Wouldn’t that have been a way better tale? Nevertheless, it is I, Franz Kafka, the weaver of tales most peculiar and nightmarish. Who would fathom that I, the scribe of the metamorphosis, would find a semblance of elation riding the… Read more
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The Elegance of Wave Conquest: A Regency Romp
Contributing writer Jane Austen Delves into the Most Uncommon and Merry Pursuit of Surfing Ah! It is I, Jane Austen, a most unlikely advocate for the pursuit of wave riding, or as the moderns do call it, “surfing.” I find myself verily transported from my usual abode in the 19th century to this most curious… Read more
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Winston’s thoughts on Epic Waves (Never give up!)
Winston’s thoughts on Epic Waves (Never give up!) by Winston Churchill Greetings, my dear compatriots! This is none other than Winston Churchill, your erstwhile Prime Minister and the steadfast bulldog of our glorious Britain! Never would you have imagined that the harbinger of victory against the tumultuous tides of war would take to literally riding… Read more
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The Divine Waves: Dante Rides the Sea
Dante’s Divine Surfing Comedy – By Dante Alighieri A celestial journey through the surging seas of Paradiso Salutations, fine dwellers of the earthly realm! I, Dante Alighieri, who once traversed the realms infernal and celestial, have now embarked upon a new odyssey — that of riding the divine waves. Whilst I was once a sojourner… Read more
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Brilliant Neosporin in the Nose Trick: Innovative genius or Way-of-the-Kook?
Should you use the Neosporin in the Nose Trick to safeguard yourself against bacteria while surfing? Read more
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How to Surf Safely and Sustainably: A Guide for Eco-Conscious Wave Riders
At TKMSURF, we care about the oceans and the earth, which means we should strive to surf safely and sustainably. One way to do our small part is use boards made from recycled material. plastic, wood, cork, or bamboo. These surfboards are more eco-friendly than the conventional ones that use polystyrene, which is a synthetic material… Read more
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Don’t Blame the Penny: Copper Contamination at Los Angeles Beaches
A study by the regional water board reveals the extent of copper contamination in waterways and seeks to reduce the pollution from various sources. Before you continue: How much do you really want to know about copper contamination at Los Angeles beaches? Are you really sure you’re ready for this knowledge? Have you emotionally prepared… Read more
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How to Surf Sunset Point, Los Angeles, CA
Welcome to Sunset Point, where kooks, VALs, and tourists live in harmony I will say this without caveat: I’ve never met a jerk at Sunset Point. For anyone who’s surfed in Los Angeles, you know there’s no shortage of frustrated, competitive arseholes just waiting to snake your wave. But if you surf Sunset Point, there… Read more
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Heart-Breakingly Great: Neutrogena Zinc Sunscreen SPF 50
Here at TKM Surf, we care about the ocean. One product that I’ve had a lot of success with is Neutrogena Zinc SPF 50. Read more