Stories

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“I’ve been editing long-form journalism pieces for more than 30 years, including stints atop the masthead at Surfer, Sierra, and Stanford Business magazines. All of which is to say that I have assigned and edited articles by scores of journalists, young and old, and Kyle might be the quickest study of any writer I’ve ever worked with.”

— Steve Hawk

  • Patagonia Stories

    Meet the man working save Punta Conejo. Reported from Salina Cruz, Mexico.

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  • The Peter Mel Profile

    The big wave legend reflects on addiction, family, and the wave of a lifetime. Reported from Santa Cruz, CA.

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  • Sally Jones You Better Watch Your Speed

    How I cashed in on my friendship with a homeless woman. Reported from Venice, CA

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  • SURFER Magazine

    Barra de la Cruz designates a weekly session for women and children.

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  • Surfline

    R.I.P. Pat Curren (1932-2023) Big-wave pioneer/boardbuilder dies at age 90

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  • Whatever Happened To Geodesic Domes?

    In The 1960’s Lloyd Kahn Was a Leading Figure in The Dome Movement. Then He Realized They Make for Terrible Shelter.

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