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455 - Rip Curl Pro Search 2009: Teaser

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:52:04 -0700

The world's most exciting professional surfing event - the Rip Curl Pro Search - is headed to Peniche, Portugal this year and we're taking the ASP's best with us this October.

Slater, Fanning, Parko, Steph, Reynolds, TKnox and the rest of the crew will all be ready to rock.

Get set, get psyched, get ready to live the search... live.ripcurl.com

454 - BLISS: Bullet For Christmas (Music Video)

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:21:53 -0700

Bliss is a rock band out of France that we've been supporting this year. The group is doing huge things in Europe and is ready to blow up internationally.

They've just recorded and released a new album, so head to www.myspace.com/ripcurl and check out their profile.

453 - Mirage Boardshort: Like Wearing Nothing

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:20:52 -0700

The Mirage lineup of Boardshorts is Rip Curl's exciting new summer release. The Mirage is surfing's ultimate boardshort - designed by surfers for surfers.

High performace, innovative technologies, lighter, stretchier and better than any other boardshort you've tried.

Mirage: Like wearing nothing.

Surf Total Ripcurl Padang Padang Cup Teaser

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:04:11 -0700

451 - RUBBER SOUL 2 Trailer

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 13:32:39 -0700

Rip Curl International has released its latest high performance surf film, Rubber Soul 2, and is currently distributing it internationally through a variety of different online, TV and magazine media outlets.

The film features Rip Curl's leading surfers, including Mick Fanning, Owen Wright, Taylor Knox, Matt Wilkinson, Ricky Basnett, Stuey Kennedy, Davey Cathels and Steph Gilmore, showing up and blowing up at a host of cold water waves around the world.

Vote for Richard Christie - Waves Black Knight II Awards

Sun, 03 May 2009 10:47:14 -0700

Rip Curl New Zealand Team Rider Richard Christie has just landed himself on the latest cover of Australian surf magazine WAVES.

The 20-year-old Mahia local was captured on location in Samoa while shooting for Waves' 'Black Knight II' awards in which seven of Australasia's best young surfers are sent on three epic surf trips over five months in a search for the best free surfer.

It’s lights, camera, action so check out the sick photos and crazy footage from trip one to Samoa and vote for Richard Christie at www.wavesblackknight.com.au now.

Voting ends February 25th at 12pm

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Final Highlights

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:49:15 -0700

With Hells Bells blaring from the speakers across the Bells Beach surfing reserve, all eyes were on Current ASP World No. 1 Joel Parkinson and local Victorian Wildcard Adam Robertson as they descended the famous Bells stairs and took the water for the Final. The all-Aussie matchup was an awesome battle, but Parko was just too good and rode away with the win and his second Bell trophy.

Rip Curl Pro proudly presented by SNICKERS
Rip Curl Women's Pro presented by FORD NEW FIESTA

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Quarter-Final Highlights

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:48:14 -0700

The surf was pumping for the Quarter-Finals and the match-ups were stacked. Eventual Rip Curl Pro champion Joel Parkinson defeated CJ Hobgood, Jordy Smith took down Mick Fanning, Adam Robertson knocked out Kekoa Bacalso and Fred Patacchia defeated Kieren Perrow. Huge!

Rip Curl Pro proudly presented by SNICKERS
Rip Curl Women's Pro presented by FORD NEW FIESTA

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Semi-Final Highlights

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:48:14 -0700

The Rip Curl Pro started with 48 surfers, but when the semi-finalists lined up on Friday afternoon we were down to four... Joel Parkinson, Jordy Smith, Adam Robertson and Fred Patacchia. In semi-final, Parko and Smith matched up in one of the most highly anticipated heats of the event. Parko raised his game again and knocked out the South African. In Semi 2, local Vicco surfer Adam Robertson pulled off a dramatic win over Freddy P in the final 5 minutes. Clutch.

Rip Curl Pro proudly presented by SNICKERS
Rip Curl Women's Pro presented by FORD NEW FIESTA

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Virgin Blue Mile High Expression Session

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:47:13 -0700

Mick Fanning, Kelly Slater, Taylor Knox and Kekoa Bacalso were some of the ASP World Tour's Top 45 that took to the water in Virgin Blue rashvest to express themselves in the Virgin Blue Mile High Expression Session on Friday afternoon. With $1000 up for grabs, the money was split between Slater and Fanning tying for 1st place.

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Round 3 Highlights

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:47:12 -0700

The first three heats of Round 3 were held in epic 4-6ft Bells Beach conditions with CJ Hobgood, Joel Parkinson and Mick Fanning all advancing through to the quarterfinals. The contest was moved to Winkipop for Heat 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, with classic waves on offer all afternoon for the remaining surfers. Also making it through to the quarters were Jordy Smith, Adam Robertson, Kekoa Bacalso, Kieren Perrow and Fred Patacchia.

Rip Curl Pro proudly presented by SNICKERS
Rip Curl Women's Pro presented by FORD NEW FIESTA

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Round 2 (Heats 13-16)

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:46:11 -0700

After smashing through 12 of the 16 Round 2 heats on Tuesday April 14, the contest restarted on Thursday morning in classic Bells Beach conditions. The final four heats were held in clean 4-6ft surf and stiff offshore winds at Bells, with Jay Thompson knocking out Taj Burrow, Kieren Perrow beating Tim Reyes, Dean Morrison taking down Adrian Buchan and Freddy P defeating David Weare.

Rip Curl Pro proudly presented by SNICKERS
Rip Curl Women's Pro presented by FORD NEW FIESTA

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Heats 9 to 12

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:46:10 -0700

The surf was pumping for Round 2 and the highlights were plenty. This video showcases the best action from Heats 9, 10, 11 and 12 in Round 2. Winners were Adam Robertson, Tom Whitaker, Drew Courtney and Kekoa Bacalso.

Rip Curl Pro proudly presented by SNICKERS
Rip Curl Women's Pro presented by FORD NEW FIESTA

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Heats 5 to 8

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:45:10 -0700

The surf was pumping for Round 2 and the highlights were plenty. This video showcases the best action from Heats 5, 6, 7 and 8 in Round 2. The winners were Mick Fanning, Bobby Martinez, Jordy Smith and Owen Wright.

Rip Curl Pro proudly presented by SNICKERS
Rip Curl Women's Pro presented by FORD NEW FIESTA

Rip Curl Pro 2009: Men's Round 2 (Heats 1-12) highlights

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:43:08 -0700

It was one of the most memorable days ever at the Rip Curl Pro today, with Bells Beach serving up some of the best surf we've seen in a long time. Perfect waves, huge results (including Slater getting eliminated by Owen Wright and Adam Robertson taking down Bede Durbidge). Check out the highlights from Round 2 - there were plenty!

Rip Curl Pro proudly presented by SNICKERS
Rip Curl Women's Pro presented by FORD NEW FIESTA