Surf Archives - The Salt Sirens

Surf Campervan 101: How to Choose a Van to Convert

October 4, 2018

Surf trips are an iconic staple for surf girls. We love to venture to beachside destinations in search of new experiences, fun waves, and great weather. What better way to chase swells and sleep near the best b...

The Best Surf Camps in Costa Rica

Chantae Reden

April 17, 2018

Costa Rica is a surfer's paradise -- and you don't need us to tell you that. There are waves for virtually every ability, age, interest, and budget all along the coastline. If you're ready for a vacation spe...

Review: Why 7till8 Custom Wetsuits are the Perfect Pick for Women

Hannah Logan

April 10, 2018

Ladies, let’s be honest. Finding a perfect fitting, or even a good fitting, wetsuit for many of us can be, well, awful. Women’s wetsuit manufacturers seem to all target a specific body type: tall (but not too t...

How to Surf (and Wipeout) at Reef Breaks Safely

Chantae Reden

March 7, 2018

If you've grown up surfing sandy beach breaks, the thought of venturing to a razor-sharp reef can seem intimidating. Surfers often come home from trips to Indonesia and the Pacific Islands sporting scars along ...

The 10 Best Podcasts for Surfers

Chantae Reden

March 7, 2018

How can you get your surf fix when there's no swell or you're spending the day landlocked doing chores? We've rounded up the best podcasts about surfing for those who want to catch up on the latest surfer inter...

The Best Surf Booties for Women | Our Guide to Reef Booties

Chantae Reden

March 4, 2018

It takes just one wipeout on coral or rocks to keep you out of the water for weeks while you nurse your reef cuts. Fortunately, a pair of reef booties can act as a surfer's best friend by protecting your skin a...

First Aid for Surfers: How to Care for Reef Cuts

Chantae Reden

March 4, 2018

Some of the best waves in the world break along coral reefs. Fiji, Indonesia, Hawaii are all renowned for their shallow, heavy waves – as well as the lacerations that come with them. Unfortunately, the shallow ...

Courses for Confidence: How Freediving Makes You a Better Surfer

Chantae Reden

December 25, 2017

“Before a student comes to the course, they don’t know what they are capable of. They don’t know how long they can hold their breath in a relaxed or an active environment. They don’t know how they can swim. The...

Surf and Dive Resort Review: Waidroka Bay Resort, Fiji

Chantae Reden

December 25, 2017

Fiji's Coral Coast is a stretch of land on Fiji's largest island of Viti Levu renowned for its technicolor corals, healthy shark population, and countless top-notch dive and surf spots. Overview of Waidrok...

The Ultimate Surf, Dive, and Adventure Guide to Nusa Lembongan, Bali

Chantae Reden

October 30, 2017

Chapter 1: Travel guide for Nusa Lembongan Why visit Nusa Lembongan? The best time to visit Nusa Lembongan? Nusa Lembongan Accommodation How to get around Nusa Lembongan Where to...