Sage Erickson | 2011 Swatch Girls Pro | Runner-Up

Big congratulations to Sage Erickson for a fantastic finish in the 2011 Swatch Girls Pro. While she would have preferred ending up victorious, 2nd place is the next best thing. And with this being her second runner-up finish of the year, Sage is a virtual lock to qualify for the 2012 World Tour. One cool thing to note is that Sage did so well in a contest sponsored by one of our competitors, Swatch Watch. Often when people see our colorfull line of Shark Watches they say, “oh, like the swatch watches from the 80’s?” We are always a bit confused by that comparison. Besides both Freestyle and Swatch having colorful watches and both considered 80’s Watches, the similarities stop there. Freestyle Shark Watches are all water resistant to 100 Meters and backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Shark watches were originally made for surfers and have since transcended into the fashion world while Swatch were more a fashion statement and they are trying to authenticate themselves in surf by sponsoring surf contests. Fine with us, especially when a Freestyle Sponsored Athlete like Sage Erickson does so well in a surf contest sponsored by swatch watch. Like they say, there’s nothing wrong with a little healthy competition between brands. It really helps keep on our toes to make sure we continue to make the best watches for surfers while maintain a look and fashion edge that is still relevant out of the water. Surfing is a lifestyle, it’s not just about what you do in the water; it is about how you live your life from dawn to dusk. Explore the entire line of Freestyle Shark Watches in the Shark Watch Shop.

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Nick Lamb | Puerto Escondido | May 19th, 2011. Holy tube rides batman! This is an epic surfboard ride by Nic Lamb from Puerto Escondido on May 19th, 2011. This wave is so heavy, yet so perfect. Either way, it takes major sack to paddle over the ledge on bomb like this. Heads up, there’s some potty mouth going on in the video, so earmuff your kids if you have any. Epic ride. Freestyleusa.com

Entering to win a sweet prize pack from Cory Lopez’s sponsors doesn’t get much easier than this. All you have to do is Like the Rockstar Energy Drink Facebook Page. Yep, that’s it that’s all. You’ll be locked in for the chance to win a couple cases of Rockstar Energy Drink, a pair of co-branded Rockstar / O’neill boardshorts, a pair of Anarchy Sunglasses and of course a Lopex III surf watch, Cory’s signature Freestyle Surf Watch. Kind of a no brainer eh?

Even though they are landlocked, the crew at Slayshtank never takes a day off from surfing. They hold down their love for surfing by riding waves via boat wake, and they do it right. Want proof, here’s a picture perfect example of how wakesurfing is done right. Peep these photos of Chase Hazen wakesurfing from photographer Bradford King. Hopefully you’re enjoying your weekend as much as these guys. freestyleusa.com

Who knew that Scott Caan, currently starring as Danno on Hawaii Five-O, likes to surf? Actually, we also had no idea he was also a photographer? It’s always nice to find out that stars like to do the same stuff we do. That’s why it’s refreshing to find this video of Mr. Caan surfing Malibu Point on an Alaia. Especially since Alaia’s really aren’t the easiest boards to ride, but he’s got it down pretty good. Good on you Scott Caan, we’re going to have to start tuning into Hawaii Five-O now. Thanks to Mike Kew for filming and editing. The song fits perfect an puts a nice vibe into the edit.