About this episode

Scott and David explore New Zealand's surf history, women's progression in the sport, the implications of the Surf Ranch sale, and prepare for the upcoming El Niño season with guest Torren Martyn.

In today's show Scott and David dive into New Zealand's surf history in anticipation of the CT event, mark a flashpoint in women's progression that will change everything, investigate what the sale of Surf Ranch means for the WSL, prep bigger boards for the "100% probable" El Niño season, and welcome Torren Martyn from his circumnavigation of Tasmania. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy!

Topics covered

• New Zealand surf history
• women's progression in surfing
• Surf Ranch sale
• El Niño preparation
• interview with Torren Martyn

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