Ride the waves at these incredible surfing locations

Surf’s up! Here’s where you can catch some awesome waves.

Surfers know that riding waves provides an adrenaline and endorphin rush like nothing else can. With a board in hand, surfers brave the ocean for the challenge and thrill of navigating tricky waters. The combination of mental calculations and physical exertion makes surfing a unique sport full of enthusiastic athletes. These athletes form a worldwide community of passionate surfers constantly looking to carve waves on new coasts. 

On a planet 71% covered by water, oceanic adventurers have plenty of incredible surfing locations to explore. Still, some coasts are better than others for catching quality waves. If you’re on the lookout for new beaches to visit, consider these five surf sites.

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