Is surfer Magazine Going Out of Business?

Is surfer Magazine Going Out of Business?

Surfer Magazine, the first major print magazine dedicated to surfing and surf culture and often referred to as “the Bible of our sport”, was closed down by its parent company A360 Media (formerly American Media) on Friday October 2nd 2020.

Does surfer magazine still exist?

Surfer was an American monthly periodical focused on surfing and surf culture, founded in 1962 by noted surfer, writer, photographer, artist and humorist John Severson (1933–2017). The magazine folded in 2020. The magazine’s last editor-in-chief was Todd Prodanovich and its photo editor was Grant Ellis.

What is the last issue of surfer magazine?

Surfer Magazine’s final edition was published this month. Surfer Magazine Editor-in-Chief, Todd Prodanovich, posted last week on Instagram that Issue No. 3, Volume 61 will be the publication’s final issue.

Does Kelly Slater own the WSL?

The project was a success and the surfing world was abuzz with the possibilities, mostly due to the wave’s perfect shape and speed. In 2016 the World Surf League (WSL) acquired a majority stake in the Kelly Slater Wave Company (KSWC) for an undisclosed sum.

Why did surfer stop?

The shift of advertising revenues from physical to online channels and the lack of readership changed the paradigm. Surfing Magazine was the first to perish. In 2017, Surfer’s youngest brother announced it was closing down, leaving readers thinking that the outlook was not bright for surf journalism.

What happened to Ron Stoner?

Sadly, Ron mysteriously disappeared in the early 70s, filed as a ‘missing person’ in 1977 and declared dead in 1996. Ron Stoner didn’t invent color surf photography, but he was the first real master of the craft.

Who started Surfer magazine?

John Severson
Surfer/Founders

Who owns Surf Ranch?

Kelly Slater’s Surf Ranch. When Kelly Slater’s Lemoore Surf Ranch first came into the public eye back in 2015, it left the surfing community awestruck. Even after seven years of operation, it seems difficult for everyday surfers to find information about the Surf Ranch.

Who is the best surfer in the world 2021?

World’s Best Surfers in 2021

  • Lakey Peterson, United States.
  • Jordy Smith, South Africa.
  • Stephanie Gilmore, Australia.
  • Kanoa Igarashi, Japan.
  • Malia Manuel, Hawaii.
  • Felipe Dana, France.
  • Sage Erickson, United States.
  • Leonardo Fioravanti, Italy. Leonardo Fioravanti is one of the best surfers of 2021.

Why did Surfer Magazine go out of business?

In an emailed response to questions, a spokesman for A360 Media said that “due to pandemic’s economic impact on the industry and the cancellation of live events, staff furloughs and the suspension of operations for some brands are necessary for the time being.”

How deep is the Surf Ranch?

The pool is 700 meters long and 150 meters wide, and at its deepest point its only 9 feet deep. The wave breaks in water 3 to 4 feet deep, so its not uncommon to hit the bottom and/or get held down while you get swept along with the wave.

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