The Best Surf Spots in Costa Rica: A Surfer's Paradise

Costa Rica is a dream destination for surfers from around the globe. With warm waters year-round, consistent waves, and picturesque coastlines, it offers an unparalleled experience for surfers of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting, Costa Rica has something for everyone. Here's a breakdown of some of the best surf spots you won’t want to miss—and how you can use Dawn Patrol to track your waves, stay stoked on your data, and keep up with the surf forecast as you travel the coastline.

RockyPoint Band: Elevating Your Apple Watch Surf Experience

Are you ready to take your surf experience to new heights? The Rocky Point Band forApple Watch combines cutting-edge materials, sleek design, and unbeatable durability to complement not only your Apple Watch but also the surf lifestyle. Whether you’re in the office, hitting the surf, or simply heading to the beach, this band is engineered to help make the Apple Watch your ultimate surf companion.

Discover the Best Surf Spots on the Gold Coast

The Gold Coast, with its shimmering beaches and warm waters, is a surfer's paradise. Stretching over 70 kilometers, this Australian coastal gem offers an abundance of world-class waves suitable for every level of surfer. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, the Gold Coast has something for you. Let's explore the best surf spots that make this destination a must-visit for wave enthusiasts.

Alazne Aurrekoetxea | Soul Surfer Series

Meet Alazne Aurrekoetxea from the Basque country of Spain. Raised by nature-loving parents, Alazne was destined to be a Soul Surfer.

How An Apple Watch Giveaway Led to Real Change

Last fall, we partnered with Save The Waves Coalition to host a giveaway aimed at rewarding the vigilant users of the Save The Waves App. Little did they know that this giveaway would not only bring joy to one lucky winner but also spark a series of events that would lead to tangible improvements in environmental conservation efforts.

Lourenço Katzenstein | Soul Surfer Series

Meet Lourenço Katzenstein, a Portuguese BIG wave surfer, stoked on all things surfing, find out what drives him to surf big waves and share his stoke!

Exploring the Best Surf Spots in Europe

Europe, with its diverse coastlines and rich maritime heritage, offers some of the most exhilarating surf experiences on the planet. From the powerful swells of the Atlantic to the serene Mediterranean breaks, the continent boasts a wide range of surf spots that cater to surfers of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice looking to catch your first wave, Europe has something for everyone. Let's dive into the best surf spots that should be on every surfer's radar.

Adin Masencamp | Soul Surfer Series

We chat to the latest member of our surf squad Adin Masencamp | "I really wanted to keep winning and progress through the ranks with a main goal of Qualifying for the Championship Tour."

Slidehustle's Eco-Friendly Boardbags

In the heart of North Devon and Cornwall, UK, a revolutionary movement is underway at Slidehustle, where the passion for wave-sliding meets a commitment to environmental responsibility.Dedicated to crafting unique and hardwearing protection for surfboards, Slidehustle takes a bold stance against the traditional disposal of materials by repurposing landfill-bound substances. In this blog post, we delve into the ethos of Slidehustle and explore how they transform discarded materials into functional, sustainable, and stylish boardbags.

Meet Sally and a team of women in South East Scotland who run accredited surf therapy courses for women recovering from trauma.

We are a team of women in South East Scotland who run accredited surf therapy courses for women recovering from trauma.

How to avoid infections from contaminated seawater

Guest Blog by BlueAdapt | How to avoid infections from contaminated seawater

Malakai Hagley | Soul Surfer Series

Welcome Malakai Hagley, a competitive surfer from the stunning shores of North Devon (United Kingdom). His journey in the world of surfing has been nothing short of remarkable, marked by notable achievements. In this edition of our Soul Surfer Series, we hope to give you an insight into his exciting path in the world of surfing, from winning prestigious competitions to his aspirations of becoming an Olympian.

NOMAD's Rugged Watch Band

If you're a surfing enthusiast with an Apple Watch, then you know the importance of having a reliable and durable watch band that can keep up with your adventurous lifestyle. Look no further than the NOMAD Rugged Band.

World Surfing Reserves - North Devon - UK

As part of our partnership with Save The Waves Coalition, we are stoked to announce our support for international World Surfing Reserves.

Dawn Patrol x Save The Waves

Here at Dawn Patrol we are passionate about our sport and our oceans. Our team are constantly looking at ways to partner with eco conscious brands and marine environment charities / coalitions.

Alys Barton | Soul Surfer Series

Hey! My name is Alys Barton. I grew up in a small area called the Gower in Swansea, (Wales, United Kingdom). I’m sooo lucky to live in such an awesome area which is close to the beach.

**New Feature** Share Your Sessions On Strava

You can now connect your Dawn Patrol account to your Strava account. This allows you to record your surf sessions alongside your other exercise data.

How To Do An Air Trick ft Italo Ferreira

Pro surfer and 2021 Olympic gold medalist Ítalo Ferreira steps down from the champion’s pedestal to help you nail your biggest airs yet. Start with the all-important drop-in, rack up speed, find your section, and pray for wind—Ítalo boils his signature down to a science, all in under 3 minutes.

‘The Planet Is Our Priority’ Cariuma®

We believe that sustainable brands will lead the world into a cleaner, greener future. One of these brands is Cariuma®, a revolutionary sneaker brand from Brazil. From production to shipping, Cariuma® care about making their sneakers with the smallest footprint possible. They are committed to continuously improve and evolve their practices to be greener than they were the day before.

How the NOMAD rugged strap has helped Apple Watch to become the ultimate Surf Watch.

The Apple Watch has become synonymous with fitness. In our opinion there’s not a better watch on the market at gathering metrics and data – it’s become an important tool for measuring progress and increasing performance. And with its water resistant design, depth meter, and on-board GPS. Here at Dawn Patrol we aim to use these tools to transform Apple Watch into the worlds best surf watch.

Soul Surfer Series | Ridge Lenny

The Soul Surfer Series by Dawn Patrol. A series of interviews with true Soul Surfers who live for the thrill of riding waves. Their passion is undeniable and their whole life revolves around one thing. The ocean.

How did the Apple Watch conquer surfing!?

Obviously we are biased but we know the Apple Watch is without any doubt the best watch for surfing that is currently available.

Magicseaweed Feature

“Technology beats forward every day. And with each breakthrough in progression, diligent minds are taking note and finding ways to translate that in to something they are passionate about.” Magicseaweed

Dawn Patrol x Surfline Sessions™

Dawn Patrol has collaborated with Surfline to bring you the biggest ever surfing/technology crossover. Endorsed by surfers such as Nathan Florence, Guy Kawasaki and Kevin Schulz, Surfline Sessions allow surfers to rewind on their greatest surf sessions.

Surf, Competition, Adventure

An insight into the life of Nienke Duinmeijer. Surf Competition and Adventure.

Dawn Patrol in Peru

November last year. Hosted by “Single Fin. Surf Travel” we made a trip to Peru to surf one of the most extraordinary waves in the world. A group of single fin longboard riders had some of the longest rides of their lives. This epic experience was captured on video by Marnix van Oudeheusden, a talented and professional video producer by KLCK. Of course we tracked our surf with the Dawn Patrol surf tracking app.

Dawn Patrol Merchandise!

From tote bags to hoodies we have you covered. Represent your favourite surf app with our range of merchandise. Plus, we make all of our products from natural materials with no plastics! And every product we make is designed to be sent back and remade over and over again. There is no waste.

Nienke Duinmeijer in Surfgirl Mag

A Surfgirl Magazine interview with Dawn Patrol ambassador Nienke Duinmeijer.

Dawn Patrol Featured On Apple.com