Surphang Magazine Issue 21

Surphang Magazine Issue 21 Issue 21

Proudly presents

The Pro Show

It's Nice in Nicaragua!

Champ Chats

Surphalosophy

Peterson Punterman!

No Messin' Miguel!

SurphULTHOOD

Carvalho's Contemplations

Surphang Magazine

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'Twenty One Years Young' It's our twenty first issue and we're feeling very proud of ourselves for making it this far, a bit like a proud parent as their offspring comes of age.

So to mark the occasion we've hooked up with some of the best 21 year old surfers in the business. And if that wasn't enough, we've also be sussing out one of the most sought after surf destinations of the moment which seems to have come of age itself if its increased popularity is anything to go by!

Plenty then to be proud of as we present to you SURPHANG ISSUE 21!

Looking on at a perfect wave like a proud parent!

Photo: Brian Scott

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Surphang Magazine

Magazine Editor: Stuart Gaston Contributing Photographers: Jordan Anast, Mpu Dinani, Cat Gregory, John F Jackson, Brian Scott and Kurt Steinmitz Staff Photographer: Stuart Gaston

Send any photographic submissions for future issues of the magazine to: surphangmagazine@ymail.com

Cover Shot: Peterson Crisanto punting at Lacanau Photo: Stuart Gaston

'Vivant' = full of life.... enough said!

Photo: Brian Scott

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This Issue's Features

The Pro Show

Champ Chats

Peterson Crisanto is another Brazilian constantly in the air and who will no doubt soon be soaring onto the WCT!

Fellow countryman Miguel Pupo is already on tour so we get his view on if a Brazilian could take the World title.

Peterson punterman! No Messin' Miguel!

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It's Nice in Nicaragua!

Central America is the new sought after surf destination.

We asked local photographer Brian Scott to show us why.

This Issue

It's Nica Time!

Surphalosophy

SurphULTHOOD Carvalho's Contemplations

Meanwhile, Kurt Steinmitz took a We take a closer look at the pool South Californian crew to sample of talented surfers who have now it for themselves. Here's the tale hit adulthood and are starting to of their trip for us all to share! dominate the Men's rankings!

Nathan Carvalho came of age this summer... and he's been on a winning streak so we've asked what makes him tick.

Plus regular features, The Goss...

Can Kelly Take Twelve?

and

THE GALLERY

Grab a look at what's coming up!

Photo: Brian Scott

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Welcome to

The Pro Show Peterson punterman!

Words & Photos: Stu Gaston

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Peterson Crisanto is the latest Brazilian surfer with his heart set on making the World Tour, following in the footsteps of recent rookies Filipe Toledo and Gabriel Medina. Currently sitting comfortably in the Top 50, he will be doing all he can to earn those crucial points that could turn his dream into reality! We caught up with Peterson in Lacanau recently to ask him more about trying to make it onto the WCT.

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Name:

Peterson Crisanto

Age: 21 Nickname: Bear Years surfing: 16 Where you live: Matinhos, Parana Sponsors: Billabong, Von Zipper, Nixon and Ricardo Martins Local break/s: Matinhos Point Break, Praia Brava and Porto Fino Favourite place to surf? Gold Coast, Australia Favourite surf trick? Aerial Favourite board? A Ricardo Martins 5' 8

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The Pro Show

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Peterson proves his surfing's just as good on as above the wave.

What got you into surfing?

My dad and my uncle surfing all time and this motivated me to give it a go When and how did you become sponsored?

When I was 13 years old, Ze Paulo, Billabong team manager saw me surfing and sponsored me Who in surfing inspires you most?

Dane Reynolds What do you prefer, free surfing or competitions and why?

Both! In free surfing you can try new stuff, new tricks...but competition can put me on the WCT, where I always dream of being!

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The Pro Show

Now the past few years have seen you performing consistently well at all levels, beginning with some significant wins on the ASP Australasia Pro Junior Tour at the ASP 6-Star Hurley Pro Junior in 2011 and then the ASP 5-Star Oakley Pro Junior in 2012. So talk us through those contests and the highs and lows that lead to your success in your Pro Junior years.

Those were big events for me, where I got a lot of attention.

What I liked least was when I lost some junior contests here and my spot in the World Junior Championships. But what I liked most was when I won those events haha Since then you've made a successful move onto the ASP Men's Rankings stepping up and winning the ASP 6-Star Reef Pro El Salvador in July this year. Tell us about that and some of the other contest highlights for you in recent years.

Yes, that contest in Punta Roca, El Salvador was magic for me! That wave is simply perfect. All the competitors were really stoked! I also made a semi at Lacanau, when I lost to Charles Martin, who was the eventual winner.

And looking back, how hard is it to move up from the Pro Juniors to finally surfing in Star and Prime events?

When I started competing on the WQS, the responsibility increased but now I'm competing with many surfers who have inspired me and that's pretty cool!

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The Pro Show

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I imagine you have to overcome some solid surfing from your contenders.

How do you rate your surfing peers across the world at the moment then?

The level of surfing from these guys is just too good!

The older surfers continue surfing solid more and more and the new generation are coming with new tricks!

You've been surfing against these guys most of your competitive life.

There must be different levels of camaraderie or rivalry in the ranks.

How does this affect the way you surf in a heat?

I always keep in my head that when it's time to compete, it's time to compete and that comes first. Out of the heat I have many friends. Rivalry I leave in the heat.

So which of them do you least want to be drawn up against in a heat and why?

All of them are great surfers and one mistake, one bad choice of wave can result in elimination whoever you're surfing against

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The Pro Show

Now you've had various wins, so what goes down as your best victory to date?

Definately the 6-Star in El Salvador And what about training?

How do you keep on top of fitness and keep on pushing your surfing?

When you compete around the world you don't have much time for many things. I try to eat well and do cardio workouts and stretching though.

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The Pro Show

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Peterson Crisanto

Now you're from Brazil with some of the best waves in your area right on your doorstep and you've no doubt travelled to and surfed some amazing spots around the world!

So where's left? Where do you still want to travel to and surf?

Man, I've never surfed Trestles and I think I would love that wave!

Now with the main contest season ahead before the end of year rankings, what are your goals for the rest of this year?

I will try with all my strength to get an excellent result in the Prime event at Cascais, Portugal and maybe a good result in the Prime at Haleiwa.

Finally, where do you see yourself in five years time?

If God's willing on the WCT, competing with my idols.

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Champ Chats No Messin' Miguel!

Words: Stu Gaston Photos: Mpu Dinani & Cat Gregory

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Photo: Mpu Dinani

Miguel Pupo popped up into the Top 34 a couple of years ago now and was one of the first of the new generation of Brazilian surfers to start dominating the World Tour.

Although he's not yet won a CT event, he's got a few Primes to his name and this Pro Junior Champion will certainly be looking to hold further future champion titles for sure. Though he'd be equally happy to see any of his fellow Brazilians lift the trophy.

Time for a few words to find out more!

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CHAMP CHATS

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Photo: Mpu Dinani

Miguel Pupo Age: 21 Nickname: Mike or Migi Where you live: Camburi, Sao Paulo Sponsors: Hurley wetsuits and clothing, OHP surfboards, Tent Beach board shop and FCS fins Local break/s: Sao Paulo

Favourite place to surf?

All the spots around my house and Macca's Favourite surf trick?

Barrel Favourite board?

5'10" x 18 1/4" x 2 Âź" What got you into surfing?

My father was a professional surfer so all my family surf.

Who in surfing inspires you most?

My dad, Jordy Smith and Dane Reynolds

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CHAMP CHATS

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SM Miguel Pupo's no messing approach to working the wave.

Photo: Mpu Dinani

When and how did you become sponsored?

I joined the Hurley team two and a half years ago now. I'd become ASP South America Pro Junior Champion in 2010 and reached fifth in the US Open of Surfing as well as a third place finish at the Prime event in the Canary islands so they signed me up soon after all that. Hurley is like a second family to me!

You certainly had a successful season that year and becoming the 2010 ASP South America Pro Junior Champion must have been a highlight. So talk us through those contests and the highs and lows that lead to you earning your title.

Well I came to the last contest really relaxed as I already had three wins so the job was already done!

Even though I lost in the second round I was still the champion. More important for me though was all the team going on to the World Junior Tour back then. I felt it was one of the best that Brazil had ever had, with great names of the new generation, and the chances were certainly very good for Brazil to win another title so I was stoked when I did!

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CHAMP CHATS

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SM Miguel Pupo pops off the top.

Photo: Mpu Dinani

Since then you've made a very successful move onto the ASP Men's Rankings stepping up and winning not one, not two, but three ASP Prime events, the Lowers Pro and Cold Water Classic in 2011 and then the Hang Loose Pro in Brazil last year. Tell us about some of those memorable moments.

Well to win a contest in Brazil was something that I really wanted to accomplish. I’d won the two Prime events in the US the year before but I really wanted to show that I could win at home as well, especially in Fernando de Noronha, which has incredible tubes. I was stoked to have won the Final against Jean (da Silva) too. He beat my friend Gabriel (Medina) the day before who wasn't happy about that. His mom told me I had to win the contest to make up for it haha so I was happy I did!

So do you think the new generation of Brazilians will continue to make a mark on the contest scene in the next few years?

I think that this generation is healthier and more focused.

We’ve all known each other since we were like 12-years-old, and we’ve been traveling together. Me, Alejo, Jadson, and Gabriel are always fighting for first place. So we just push each other. I don’t know, it’s just kind of different. We see each other do well and we don’t really get jealous, we just get really excited and want to do exactly the same thing. I think that’s why the level of surfers from Brazil is just going up and up.

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No Messin' Miguel

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Photo: Cat Gregory

CHAMP CHATS

Is there a certain sense of camaraderie between you all when you're competing then?

Yeah, I think that the Brazilians are pretty close. We like to see our countrymen doing well. If I’m at a comp and I see a Brazilian in the semis, then of course I’m going to get down to the beach and clap them in, you know? When I was the last Brazilian in those finals, I was really wanting to make it, and it was cool to see all the other Brazilians on the beach shouting me on. It's good to have that kind of support.

So would you be surprised to see a Brazilian World Champ some time soon?

We are all working hard for that, and right now is the right time because everyone is surfing good and the brands are really supporting us now.

Just a few years ago it was pretty hard, but now you can get sponsored by brands from America and everything. I’m so stoked to have my sponsors Hurley supporting me and sending me everywhere.

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It's Nice in Nicaragua!

Words: Stu Gaston & Photos: Brian Scott

Nicaragua may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of surfing in Central America, but it really is one of those places that offers everything a surfer needs for an awesome surfing experience! First and foremost it's home to a huge number of surf breaks up and down the coastline. Then of course there's the year-round year-round surf, warm waters and great waves, all just some of the things that are causing Nicaragua to gain popularity amongst surfers – especially when you compare the uncrowded beaches and seas in this country to the busy waters of nearby Costa Rica, probably why it's earnt its status as 'the Costa Rica of twenty years ago!' So we asked local photographer Brian Scott to give us his perspective and so here follows his views of how nice it is in Nicaragua!

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SM Paddling out to a nice looking nugget.

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SM Oscar Espinoza enjoying another nugget in Nicaragua.

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It's Nice in Nicaragua!

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SM Carlos Perez picks out a perfect barrel at Playa Colorado.

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It's Nice in Nicaragua!

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SM Carlos Perez deep in the green room at Playa Colorado.

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SM There's plenty of barrels for all in Nicaragua.

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SM Jason Farquhar having fun with a righthander at Colorados.

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It's Nice in Nicaragua!

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SM Lenin Guido Martinez makes his way through a big bazza!

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SM Matthew Blevins blowing though a Colorado green room.

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SM Matthew Blevins in another mind blowing barrel.

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SM Mind blowing barrels and more at Playa Colorado.

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SM Sundown perfection at Playa Colorado.

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SM Lesther Espinoza launches high above a fun righthander.

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SM Another airing opportunity at Colorados.

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SM Damian Pansini enjoys pumping conditions at Playa Colorado.

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SM Deep in the green room again.

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SM Mel Young milks a lefthand barrel for all its worth!

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SM Pumping perfection at Colorados.

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SM The view from within... Christian Thompson at Colorados.

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SM Grabbing another fun session at Colorados.

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It's Nica Time!

Words: stu gaston & Kurt Steinmitz; Photos: Brian Scott & Kurt Steinmitz

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SM Nolan Rapoza racks up some tube time.

Photo: Brian Scott

surphangaway

We've seen how awesome Nicaragua is for waves but if you needed any more convincing that this really could be the next place to add to your surf trip wish list, then let's get it from a man who's been on a recent trip over there himself!

We asked Californian photographer, Kurt Steinmitz who survived a trip with nine frothing groms to fill us in!

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It's Nica Time!

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Photo: Kurt Steinmitz

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'What's a recipe for a great surf trip? Leave your local breaks during one of the worst summer flat spells ever, take nine stoked groms to an area in Nicaragua that is a magnet for swell and offshores all day and everybody wins!'

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It's Nica Time!

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SM Nolan gets another nice blue barrel.

Photo: Kurt Steinmitz

surphangaway 'We covered the whole spectrum, all ages, levels of experience and surf spots too from beach breaks to reef breaks!'

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It's Nica Time!

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Photo: Brian Scott

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'Conditions were always offshore and good aside from the occasional rain storm, so timing sessions was more between meals and tides!'

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It's Nica Time!

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SM Noah Collins kicks his tail up high.

Photo: Brian Scott

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“We didn't score over head pumping barrels, but we had some super fun days at Colorados, Popoyo, and Rancho Santana. We were lucky enough to have some great photographers, and a local video guy Pancho,� added Noah.

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It's Nica Time!

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SM Noah finds a nice looking nugget.

Photo: Kurt Steinmitz

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“Nicaragua itself is an awesome dense jungle of a country filled with super nice people and a variety of fun places to surf. All in all, we all got some fun waves and shared great times both in and out of the water.�

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It's Nica Time!

For Kyle Brown, the trip was awesome. “I always love travelling to different countries and experiencing the culture and the waves. Having a sick group of people AND a well known photographer made it that much more great.�

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Photo: Kurt Steinmitz

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It's Nica Time!

“We scored super punchy beach break peaks that were great for airs and barrels. And thanks to the hospitality of the Kerson family, we got to stay in a super nice house only about 50 yards from the water. Overall, an awesome trip with awesome people!�

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Photo: Kurt Steinmitz

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It's Nica Time!

Kurt summed it all up, 'The kids were killing it ‌' 87 - SM Noah Steinmitz having fun in Nicaragua.

Photo: Kurt Steinmitz

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'...and even this photographer got barreled every day! ' Kurt Steinmitz himself has some tube time fun. SM - 88 Photo: Brian Scott

It's Nica Time!

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Photo: Kurt Steinmitz

surphangaway

'This Central American region has a little of everything which made everyday an adventure!'

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SurphULTHOOD Words & Most Photos: Stu Gaston

Being twenty-one can be a lot of fun! You can do anything you want to (as long as it's legal!), you're no longer a kid, a teen, a youth, you've reached adulthood!

But for some that can bring with it a whole new heap of pressures, especially in the surfing world as you move from the Pro Juniors into the Mens division where you can suddenly find yourself competing against surfers twice your age with easily twice your experience. So our 'Hot Shots' this issue are five previously successful junior surfers who are all now out to make their mark in the big boys world of surfing giants!

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SM Jack Freestone on fire at the US Open of Surfing.

Photo: Mpu Dinani

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Jack FREESTONE Turned 21: APRIL 2013 From: Coolangatta, AUSTRALIA Main Sponsor: BILLABONG

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SM Jack Freestone carving at Lacanau last summer.

Photo: Stu Gaston

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Jack FREESTONE

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Photo: Stu Gaston

Hot Shots Current ASP Mens Ranking: 98 Recent Top ASP Contest Results: June 2013 – 9th, Los Cabos Open of Surf (6-star) October 2012 – 1st, Oakly ASP World Junior August 2012 – 2nd, Sooruz Lacanau Pro (5-star)

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Jack FREESTONE

As a junior surfer, Jack Freestone was on fire ending his young years as ASP World Junior Champion in 2012. At the same time he made a convincing start in the Mens events and all the points coupled together moved him right up into the Top 100 and the Prime events for this year's season. Although the contests haven't always gone his way so far in 2013, he will most likely continue to follow in Joel Parkinson's footsteps and become an ASP World Champion contender in the not too distant future!

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Photo: Stu Gaston

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Ryan CALLINAN Turned 21: MAY 2013 From: Newcastle, AUSTRALIA Main Sponsor: BILLABONG

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SM Ryan Callinan mid air reverse at Lacanau this summer.

Photo: Stu Gaston

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Ryan CALLINAN

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SM Ryan Callinan in layback at Lacanau.

Photo: Stu Gaston

Hot Shots Current ASP Mens Ranking: 76 Recent Top ASP Contest Results: September 2013 – 9th, Azores SATA Airlines Pro (Prime) July 2013 – 5th, Billabong Pro Tahara (4-star) February 2013 – 13th, Breaka Burleigh Pro (4-star)

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Ryan CALLINAN It almost feels like Ryan Callinan was blowing up before he could stand up sometimes and certainly he seemed to spend most if not all of his junior years going as big as he could in the air! But following a couple of serious injuries, Ryan's now looking to put more focus on competitive surfing and with some solid results this year, he's now into the Top 100 and surfing in the Primes!

So keep an eye out for Ryan Callinan blowing up on the CT quite soon!

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Photo: Stu Gaston

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Pedro CORREIA Turned 21: AUGUST 2013 From: Cascais, PORTUGAL Main Sponsor: FOX

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Photo: Stu Gaston

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Pedro CORREIA

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Photo: Stu Gaston

Hot Shots Current ASP Mens Ranking: 541 Recent Top ASP Contest Results: August 2013 – 49th, Pantin Classic Galicia Pro (3-star) August 2012 – 25th, WARHLD Pro Junior (2-star) July 2012 – 25th, Sooruz Royan Atlantique Pro Junior (1-star)

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Pedro CORREIA Pedro Correia is a highly renowned free surfer in Portugal with numerous magazine covers to his name already!

Although he's not had a great year in the contests, you will continue to see his surfing flying across your screens for many years to come no doubt!

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SM Pedro Correia, the Portuguese punting king.

Photo: Stu Gaston

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Ian GOUVEIA Turns 21: OCTOBER 2013 From: Florianopolis, SANTA CATARINA Main Sponsor: HANG LOOSE

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Ian Gouveia going for it at Lacanau.

Photo: Stu Gaston

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Ian GOUVEIA

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Ian Gouveia goes for it, Jesse Mendes looks on.

Photo: Stu Gaston

Hot Shots Current ASP Mens Ranking: 121 Recent Top ASP Contest Results: August 2013 – 13th, Sooruz Lacanau Pro (5-star) June 2013 – 9th, Rip Curl Piedras Negras Pro (3-star) August 2012 – 2nd, Surf Eco Festival (3-star)

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Ian GOUVEIA Ian Gouveia is another young surfer from that upcoming Brazilian bunch who will most likely have a very bright future. Just like his fellow countrymen he can bust airs in ridiculously small waves which has helped him get through heats when the waves haven't delivered. Could he be another Brazilian to make the Tour? We will just have to wait and see!

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Ian Gouveia going all the way round.

Photo: Stu Gaston

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Santiago MUNIZ Turns 21: NOVEMBER 2013 From: Mar del Plata, ARGENTINA Main Sponsor: QUIKSILVER

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Santiago Muniz making his mark at Lacanau.

Photo: Stu Gaston

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Santiago MUNIZ

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Santiago Muniz makes the most of small French waves.

Photo: Stu Gaston

Hot Shots Current ASP Mens Ranking: 92 Recent Top ASP Contest Results: August 2013 – 13th, Sooruz Lacanau Pro (5-star) June 2013 – 1st, Rip Curl Piedras Negras Pro (3-star) August 2012 – 9th, Coastal Edge ECSC (6-star)

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Santiago MUNIZ

Santiago Muniz has like all South American surfers, a no messing approach to his sport. His surfing certainly speaks for itself and has earnt him his first big win earlier this year. If he can keep up this form now he's worked his way up into the Top 100 then Muniz, the man from Argentina could well go far!

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Photo: Stu Gaston

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Surphalosophy

Carvalho's Contemplations Words: Stu Gaston; Photos: Jordan Anast

Nathan Carvalho is a 21 year old Hawaiian native who spends his summers in California. Here he can hone his small wave riding skills before returning home to the epic North Shore wnter seasons and perfect his pipe riding performances. Though to be honest, Nathan's notched up some impressive results already to prove he's pretty nifty on a surfboard! So we spoke to him at the end of his summer season about all things surfing and Nathan was more than happy to share his thoughts with us!

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Name:

Nathan Carvalho

Age: 21 Nickname: Natedog Years surfing:13 surfing:13 Where you live: Kauai, Hawaii Sponsors: Rockstar Energy Drink, Infinity Surfboards, Onamissionsurf, Dizm Eyewear, The Mint Art Gallery Local break/s: Kealia Favourite surfer? Andy Irons, Bruce Irons, Mason Ho Favourite place to surf? Home Favourite surf movie? The Bruce Movie Favourite surf trick? Tricks are for kids!

Favourite board? Infinity Surfboards by Dan Boehne

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Carvalho's Contemplations

What first got you into surfing?

My Dad and his brothers would always surf so I was around the water a lot and eventually started surfing.

And how big a part does surfing play in your life?

Surfing plays a huge roll in my life today, it's everything to me! It's taught me respect, introduced me to many cool people around the world and people I choose to surround myself with everyday... its a lifestyle!

What do you prefer, free surfing or competitions and why?

I prefer both! I'm really competitive in everything but at the same time there's nothing like having a good old free surf!

When and how did you become sponsored?

I must've been about 10 years old down at the Iron brothers Pine Trees Classic.

I dinged my board and came in complaining to my Dad. I couldn't surf and a guy had some quick fix... he ended up sponsoring me!

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SM Nathan Carvalho caning the double grab air.

surphalosophy What moment are you most proud of in your surfing career so far?

My 2nd at the Billabong World Junior Championships 2011/12 in Australia.

Who in surfing inspires you most?

My brother, friends and and the top Pros along with all the local Hawaii boys.

When and where was your best surf session?

That's a hard one but first thing that comes to mind was my trip to Sumbawa, Indonesia in 2009.

What's the worst wipeout of your life?

Sunset 8-10ft, I duck dived a set, lost my board and had to swim all the way in.

What song motivates you before a surf?

Single Frame- Exact Copy What do you do when you don't surf?

Hanging with friends, training, fishing, camping, hiking, working Do you train as well as surf?

Yes

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Carvalho's Contemplations

So why surfing? Why not any other sport?

I grew up in Hawaii and it's really hot so you're always trying to get down to the beach and surfing's always where I've had my most fun.

And if you didn't surf at all, what sport would you play?

If I didn't surf I'd probably skate or dirt bike.

If you had unlimited money, what would you buy?

A private plane for surf trips and a personal helicopter just to check the waves!

What's the healthiest thing you ate today?

Maui onion chips What's your most overused word?

Brah

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SM Nathan notches up some more impressive moves.

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SM Nathan Carvalho goes crazy with a kerrupt.

surphalosophy What's your goal for the next year?

Be full time on the WQS. If not that, then catch a bomb at Pipe!

And what about the future?

Top 10 WCT evntually on the ASP World Tour.

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Can Kelly Take Twelve?

Photos: John F Jackson & Jordan Anast Words: Stu Gaston

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Photo: John F Jackson

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Can Kelly Take Twelve?

Here we are again then! Another year of the ASP World Tour approaches its nail biting climax and as ever the question on everybody's lips is, “Can Kelly win again?�

Already the ASP has issued its 'World Title in play at upcoming Rip Curl Pro Portugal' scenarios with Slater needing a 3rd or better to take the title decision to Hawaii if Mick Fanning were to win and three other possible combinations, though even if Kelly finished 25th and Mick 5th then Kelly still has a chance at the title again.

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King Kelly carving!

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Can Kelly Take Twelve?

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The Goss No doubt Kelly would be happy to maintain his title and I wouldn't be surprised if Quiksilver have already got the 'Ke12y' merchandise ready to roll out, but do we want to watch history repeat itself, again? Or would we like to see someone else be crowned champ this year?

Maybe Mick or Joel again, even Taj finally on top but what about seeing Jordy Smith raise the trophy high above his head, the first South African to be World Champion in over three decades. Now that would be worth watching, history in the making! Well wherever your loyalties lie, only time will tell who will be No.1 in 2013!

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It sure is nice in Nicaragua!

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Kei Kobayashi in Nicaragua.

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Pedro Correia punting in Lacanau.

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Sunset surf in Nicaragua.

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Next Issue And there you have it, our twenty-first issue. We're looking back proudly over its pages as we proof read the final captions and type in those last few credits.

Meanwhile, the waves across Europe are pumping as we finally reach our annual swell season – a bit of a Catch 22 situation. Get out there and shoot or get the magazine finished for all to enjoy? Well thanks to our growing family of contributing photographers we can do both! So SURPHANG ISSUE TWENTY-TWO will be bringing you all the best from shores a bit closer to home along with the Italian talent that's putting us well and truly on the global map! All up next time!

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Thanks for reading the Twenty First issue of

Surphang Magazine

Only a surfer knows the feeling...

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