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Is this a true account of what's happening on the high seas?

http://www.theguardian.com/commentisfre ... -world-cup

All good solid ideas from the new Neoprene Valley. Fcuk it was cold, I hung my wetsuit in the weak, watery sun whilst I contemplatrd a second surf, but after it seemed to dry off for a for a while it started to get wetter, that, combined with my growing confusion as to how to paddle a surfboard, led...

Thanks Legian and Nick, I hear what what you are saying but currently I have two distinct paddling techniques. The return movements for both are the same (elbows high, a straight line close to the rails), however on the power part, one is done with a straight arm and the elbow is in the water; this ...

I guess it must be time for a surf related question. First though I have to go on record as declaring my surfing ability could, currently, only be regarded as intermediate at best, even though I have been surfing off and on for about 40 years. Not surprisingly, my surf ability varies according to ho...

The online Guardian is good. I prefer the mobile version as the desktop one is a bit too cluttered for my simple tastes'. There is not too much Australian content though, even when you select the Oz version. Also, the online version is not an afterthought. The online version is maintained continuous...

Ahhhh Nick, insightful and erudite, seasoned with just enough blokeyness.

Thanks

I was listening to radio national the other day to a discussion with the/an editor of the Australian newspaper (can't remember his name), during which he blithely stated that the Australian was a "campaigning" newspaper. WTF! He quickly followed up with which parties were supported, virtually electi...

I'm going back to the Knitting and Crochet Forum, they're a much friendlier and forgiving bunch there.

Goddamn it! One innocuous post and I've fcuked up already!

Hahaha... Thanks Steve

Hi Guys, Its my first post on this forum, as an avid reader of books I just couldn't resist though. My honest and subjective list (in no particular order) is: Catch 22 One Hundred Years of Solitude Lord of the Rings The Quiet American The Goldfinch The first four have stood the test of time for me. ...