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The Incredible Story of the Lifeguard Who Won the Biggest Surf Competition in the World

Earlier this year, a North Shore local named Luke Shepardson paddled out during his break and won the most prestigious big-wave competition on the planet, beating some of surfing’s brightest stars. So we went to Hawaii to figure out how Luke pulled off the damn near impossible.
GQ Sports

The 18 Best Live Sports Experiences on Earth

From a medieval horse race in Siena to a breathtakingly beautiful ultramarathon in a small French village, consider this the ultimate travel bucket list.
Wellness

The Real-Life Diet of Pro Surfer Nathan Florence, Who Runs on Raw Fish

The younger Florence brother caught up with GQ about poké, big waves, and sibling rivalry.
Wellness

The Real-Life Diet of Kelly Slater, Who Thinks Everyone Should Be in Therapy 

The greatest surfer of all time caught up with GQ wellness columnist Joe Holder about mental and physical health at age 50, his personal nutrition bible, and why he still has the drive to take a shot at Olympic gold. 
GQ Sports

The Greatest Living Antiheroes in Sports

From Iverson and Kyrgios to Vick and Zidane, we present the greatest male renegades, rebels, and mavericks in global sports.
Wellness

You Can Choose to Enjoy Getting Pummeled, and Other Lessons From Big Wave Surfer Garrett McNamara

The man who's ridden some of the world's biggest waves talked to GQ about his new HBO documentary, manifesting, and why he's “not an adrenaline junkie.” 
GQ Sports

Why Working Out With Other People Is So Powerful

During the isolation of the past year, we learned something fundamental about wellness: gathering to work out (and play) is incredible for the body and soul—and might help change the world for the better.
Lifestyle

Welcome to "Cold Hawaii," Denmark's Unlikely Surf Town

It might not be Pipeline, and you'll need a thick wetsuit, but trust us: This surf spot is heating up.
Photo Essays

Scenes from Canada's Super-Scenic, All-Female Surfing Competition

Hitting the waves in Tofino.
Advice for Aging

Surf Legend Laird Hamilton Shares 6 Fitness Hacks to Stay in Shape and Feel Great as You Age

How to maximize your abs and minimize your pain.
The Good Life

The Very Wavy World of John John Florence, the Best Surfer on the Planet

An epic hang with the 24-year-old surf champ at his compound on Oahu’s North Shore.
Culture

The Real-Life Diet of Kai Lenny, Stand-Up Paddleboarder and Taco Bell Fiend

Surf and turf.
Fitness

The Real-Life Diet of Laird Hamilton, Surf Icon and Nutrition Nerd

Professional athletes don't get to the top by accident. It takes superhuman levels of time, dedication, and focus—and that includes paying attention to what they put in their bellies. In this series, GQ takes a look at what pro athletes in different sports eat on a daily basis to perform at their best. Here's a look at the unorthodox diet of big-wave legend Laird Hamilton.
Fitness

The Real-Life Diet of Pro Surfer John John Florence

Professional athletes don't get to the top by accident. It takes superhuman levels of time, dedication, and focus—and that includes paying attention to what they put in their bellies. In this series, GQ takes a look at what pro athletes in different sports eat on a daily basis to perform at their best. Here's a look at the diet of 23-year-old surf prodigy John John Florence.
Culture

This Surfing Movie Has Quite Possibly the Most Beautiful Trailer Ever

Huge hype for huge sensation John John Florence

The Most Death-Defying Outdoor Experiences in California

In California there’s no shortage of great outdoor spaces where adrenaline junkies can get their fix. Whether you want to chase 60-foot waves or you’re looking for a real “Top Gun” experience, here are 10 of the best spots to feed any adventure-seeker
Culture

Pro Surfer Attacked by Two Sharks During Competition, Somehow Came Away Unharmed

How many times do sharks have to warn us that the ocean is an unsafe hell-hole?
Style

Kelly Slater Has an Incredible Shark Boat