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Neff Keeps You On Her Good Side

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Are you looking for something for the she-shredder in your life? Are you bored by the same old cliché gear at your local board shop? This year, give her something from Neff, the first core snow and skate company that focuses on a unique style for their customers.

The Neff Nicole is a sweetly snug beanie that keeps you warm on and off the slopes. The allover knitted N pattern on the beanie and Neff label lets your fans know who you’re wearing. Protect your digits from the cold winter air with the Neff Daily Glove. The durable shell keeps the outside elements out while the palm material supplies extra grip for no slippage. Tie it all together with the perfect accessory – the Neff Inspecta Scarf. This lightweight scarp is great for everyday use.

Neff makes fantastic gear for the guys too. Before you head out for a snowball fight or to rip up the nearest black diamond run, cruise over to the Rideshop on Zappos.com for all of your snow gear.

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Miss Reef Panama Wins The 2010 World Miss Reef Title

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The Reef Hawaiian Pro was on hold Saturday, but the beach at Haleiwa was still packed with spectators in lieu of the first ever World Miss Reef Hawaiian Pro. Eleven Miss Reef hopefuls from around the world emerged on stage at the Reef Hawaiian Pro contest site at Ali’i Beach Park on the North Shore of Oahu for a piece of a $10,000 prize purse. In the end, Miss Reef Panama, Betzaida Herrera, won over the crowd, the judges and the viewers of the live webcast to be crowned the 2010 World Miss Reef. The World Miss Reef Hawaiian Pro was just as competitive as any surf event to take place on the North Shore this winter. Regional Miss Reef contest winners from the Netherlands, Indonesia, Barbados, Peru, Panama, Argentina and the U.S. awed the judges with a diverse range of exotic beauty, poise and charm.

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Kelly Slater Wins His 10th World Surfing Title

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Pro surfer Kelly Slater made history by capturing his 10 ASP World Title in Puerto Rico. He is the first surfer to achieve this accomplishment, but comes as no surprise to a guy whose dominant career began with him as the youngest champion (he is now the oldest champion too). Check out this video on Slater's career:

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Skateboard Pioneers Do It Again

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As if Santa Cruz Skateboards hasn't done enough for the skateboarding industry in the past 30 years, they've done it again with their new line of innovative completes. In the '80s and '90s, Santa Cruz began to produce legendary boards, designs that would help usher in a new wave of popularity for skateboarding and their latest releases could spark a whole new movement.

In 1985, Jim Phillips drew the Screaming Hand, which not only became an iconic Santa Cruz image, but an image that would become nearly synonymous with the entire skateboard industry. To this day, the Screaming Hand can be found on Santa Cruz decks, nearly untouched from when it was first created. The Santa Cruz Screaming Foot Right Complete is a throwback to the original Screaming Hand design, but the board has been cut into a foot shape and detailed with Phillips’ original aesthetic detailing. The White Bullet B147 trucks and 60mm OJ Hot Juice 78A wheels provide a smoothly stable ride. This complete offers a mellow concave design; with the board being so flat it almost feels broken in, great for flip tricks and maximum board control when flipping in and out of tricks. If you prefer the brands streamlined, old-school styles, the Santa Cruz Eye Pod Complete is a durable 100% Norther American maple wood deck that features original Jim Phillips artwork and a sleek stripe griptape. Cruise and striking speeds with the 65mm Road Rider™ 78A wheels and Yellow Bullet™ B137 trucks.

You don't need to be on the big island to cruise around with the Santa Cruz Rob Tiki Complete. The Cruz Missle II concave design features a steeper kicked nose for added response along with Yellow Bullet B147 trucks and 60mm OJ Hot Juice 78A wheels for cruising all night long. The surf-by-day/skate-by-night set will really enjoy the Santa Cruz Mako Shark Complete, a plywood board with a classic top graphic and sand spray grit. Hang ten on the streets using the equipped Black Bullet™ B147 trucks and 65mm Road Rider 78A wheels. Don’t worry, this board is only 33 inches long from nose to tail, so you don’t need to tie it down to the roof of your car. Speaking of cars, they also created the Santa Cruz Tuck N Rolla Complete, a hot and heavy hot rod-inspired design. The metal flake vinyl topdeck with custom stitched diamond pleats along with a foam liner for a cushioned and smooth ride that doesn't require shoes make this one of the most distinctive styles in the brand's history.

Santa Cruz Skateboards have proven once again that they are true pioneers of the industry. Check out all of our Santa Cruz Skateboards and other action sports products in the Rideshop on Zappos.com.

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Soak Up The Sun In A New Pair Of Vans

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Since 1966 Vans has captured the essence of skateboarding and has changed the footwear world with their classic and new styles. Vans make much more than just the Classic Slip On and Zappos.com has a few styles that are great for heading out to the beach for a sunny afternoon.

 

Since 1966 Vans has captured the essence of skateboarding and has changed the footwear world with their classic and new styles. Vans make much more than just the classic Slip On and Zappos.com has a few styles that are great for heading out to the beach for a sunny afternoon.   Vans Zapato Del Barco® Jumping right into the boat shoe trend, Vans has created the stylish Zapato Del Barco® to keep your feet protected the next time you’re “on a boat.” The vulcanized construction and rubberized outsole demonstrates the brands true inner-skateboarder background but stays focused on their mission to provide a classic boat shoe look by sporting leather laces, contrast stitching and frayed edges. Fly your boat to the moon in a fresh pair of Zapato Del Barcos.   Vans Raglan Surfing is a true connection the Earth and maintaining a respect for Mother Nature is a surfer’s duty long after the tide is gone. The Vans Raglan combines the traditional ankle-boot style with Vans’ hang loose attitude in an eco-friendly constructed shoe of 100% recycled PET plastic bottle canvas uppers and a waste-free outsoles. Stay cool into the bonfire hours of the night with moisture-wicking twill lining to regulate heat.    Vans E-Street If you’re a fan of Vans’ classic styles, you’ll love the Vans E-Street. These eco-friendly sneakers use VansLITE™ super-soft molded and contoured EVA sandal footbeds with classic waffle sole textures to minimize waste while still keeping the footbed lightweight and comfortable. Take peace in knowing that you’re sporting a pair of shoes made of 100% recycled PET canvas and 100% hemp. Coming in at just eight ounces, these are the perfect pair of shoes to pack for a day at the beach.   Vans 106 SF Hang ten in a pair of Vans 106 SF. Enjoy this super lightweight and comfortable surf shoe that packs both VansLITE™ and Dri-Lex Eco, a bamboo-based Viscose lining that is super soft and helps block moisture. The 106 SF offer a one-of-a-kind fit without weighing you down.  

Vans Zapato Del Barco®

Jumping right into the boat shoe trend, Vans has created the stylish Zapato Del Barco® to keep your feet protected the next time you’re “on a boat.” The vulcanized construction and rubberized outsole demonstrates the brand's true inner-skateboarder background but stays focused on their mission to provide a classic boat shoe look by sporting leather laces, contrast stitching and frayed edges. Fly your boat to the moon in a fresh pair of Zapato Del Barcos®.

 

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Vans Raglan

Surfing is a true connection to the Earth and maintaining a respect for Mother Nature is a surfer’s duty long after the tide is gone. The Vans Raglan combines the traditional ankle-boot style with Vans’ hang loose attitude in an eco-friendly constructed shoe of 100% recycled PET plastic bottle canvas uppers and a waste-free outsoles. Stay cool into the bonfire hours of the night with a moisture-wicking twill lining to regulate heat.

 

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Vans E-Street

If you’re a fan of Vans’ classic styles, you’ll love the Vans E-Street. These eco-friendly sneakers use VansLITE™ super-soft molded and contoured EVA sandal footbeds with classic waffle sole textures to minimize waste while still keeping the footbed lightweight and comfortable. Take peace in knowing that you’re sporting a pair of shoes made of 100% recycled PET canvas and 100% hemp. Coming in at just eight ounces, these are the perfect pair of shoes to pack for a day at the beach.

 

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Vans 106 SF

Hang ten in a pair of Vans 106 SF. Enjoy this super lightweight and comfortable surf shoe that packs both VansLITE™ and Dri-Lex Eco, a bamboo-based Viscose lining that is super soft and helps block moisture. The 106 SF offer a one-of-a-kind fit without weighing you down.

Best Surfing in the World: The Oregon Coastline

The great northwest in the United States is beautiful country and also one of the many places offering some of the best surfing in the world. There are a wide variety of beautiful surf spots along the Oregon coastline including the central and south regions; however, some of the most popular surf spots are located in the northwest area of Oregon, which offers the best surfing in the world.

Located near Portland, Oregon, Cannon Beach is beautiful and has easily accessible surf breaks that appeal to surfers of all skill levels. Some of the top surf spots include Oceanside, Cape Kiwanda in Pacific City, Short Sands located in Oswald West State Park, Indian Beach and Seaside Cove. Short Sands, located off of Highway 101, is the ideal surf spot for beginners. Generally crowded, Short Sands has three parking lots, a campground and public restrooms. This is one of the top spots for beginners to practice. For intermediate to advanced surfers, Seaside Cove is highly recommended. This particular location has a north to southwest swell and is a favorite of long boarders. Surfers to Seaside Cove should take care of boulders and closeout sets.

For beginning surfers, there is a surf camp that provides a well organized and structured but fun curriculum for visitors or locals wanting to take professional surf lessons. One of the top surf camps in the northwest, Oregon Surf Adventures sponsored by Roxy and Quiksilver, offers a Learn to Surf Program. This program is ideal for kids and teens interested in learning to surf as well as amateur surfers looking to hone their skills. Oregon Surf Adventures offers one-day and two-day classes with a well-trained, experienced staff that is trained in CPR and first aid. Oregon Surf Adventures also offers private and custom surf lessons as well as surf groups.

For surfers headed to Oregon to enjoy some of the best surfing in the world, come geared up for the chilled water, swells generated by storms and white sharks. Surfers should also be prepared for some of the most accessible surfing spots and the beauty of Oregon.