The Surfer's Journal Oct/Nov 2025 Vol. 34, No. 5

On the cover: Maverick’s, as seen from the penthouse. Jojo Roper clears the descent, while his fellow punchers await—and scramble for—what follows. Photograph by Fred Pompermayer.

In the October/November issue, The Surfer's Journal chase an Eddie-worthy swell from Hawaii to California, roll with an eight-time world champion at a career crossroads, and navigate the mores of Pacific Rim fixers. They also delve into the decade-spanning photo file of a Big Island-based shooter, study Caribbean and New England-infused impressionism, view a portrait study of foam mowers, and more.

Pick up a copy of 34.5 for the full ride.

The Surfer’s Journal is a truly unique periodical. It’s an independent take on the surfing experience with limited advertising, making each 140-page issue almost entirely editorial. They delve into topics that get little attention elsewhere, covering travel adventures, surfboard design, profiles of surfing’s most colorful subjects, and the choicest surf photography in every issue. Coupled with the premium construction, The Surfer’s Journal is a product that is peerless in its quality and content.