08/01/08 Whatever is going on in Roach's demented mind, we love it! On the cover of the current issue is Roach himself. He, along with a few friends, ventured back to one of his favorite stomping grounds, Tavarua. We got all the photos and a briefing from Roach and put it all in the current ish. Plus, we got word that he and Manny hooked up some sick photos in the barrels of Cabo during Cabo Freak Fest. Manny was quoted as saying, "I've haven't seen Roach this pumped on bodyboarding since the late nineties!" So obviously, we're stoked to have him pumped and back in the scene too! Pick up this current issue at your local Borders, Barnes and Noble or your favorite boogie shop. Or visit our store and subscribe today!

4/18/08 The mag is out and going nuts! The full-sized Calendar is a sucess! Get your copy now!

3/26/08 Our Spring 2008 Issue(issue 13)will be released in shops Friday! Get your issue this weekend that includes a 2008 Calendar FREE inside the Magazine! Features include; Indo Experience with Manny V. & the crew, we take you behind the scenes of Ebodyboarding, Mainland Winter, 2008 Calendar, Hawaii 2007/08, Full Circle with Maligs & Won Ton, and tons more. This issue is information overload to get ready for summer. Happy Spring! Get Barreled!!

3/17/08 Happy St. Patrick's Day! Hope your enjoying your green beer cuz we're still working on this ish. It will be worth the wait! You can now find the mag at Sport Chalet among every other core shops worldwide! The mag will be released by the end of March. See ya then! St. Patty's Day rules!!!

2/22/08 The IBA/USBA Pipeline Pro presented by Body Glove Bodyboards, NMD, and Pride Bodyboards was another epic event. The conditions were good for most of the rounds, with some onshore winds picking up in the afternoon. That did not stop the action! Big back flip by Ben Player in the quarterfinals saw him advance, only to get eliminated in the semi's. Hugo Pinheiro from Portugal pulled a sick ARS in the sloppy conditions to advance also. But in the end it was Paulo Barcelos from Brazil who took the win. Followed by Jeff Hubbard from Hawaii, Uri Valadao from Brazil took 3rd place and Hugo Pinheiro from Portugal came in 4th. Good job boys, our sport was represented well!

2/13/08 The pipeline contest window will begin in a couple days so get ready to see some of the best Bodyboarders in the world throwdown against each other. Good luck to all the competitors, enjoy surfing pipe with only a few guys out......INSANE!!

2/01/08 It's February now, it's already flying by!! The surf has been really good and we're stoked. The new issue is finishing up and looking good. Features include Chris Won & Kyle Maligro going full circle with TOOBS, a FREE Full-Sized 2008 Calendar, Indo with Manny Vargas, Hottest Doll ever, MADRID complete pool board giveaway & more.....keep posted for the official release date.

1/07/08 HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! 2008 is upon us. It is lining up to be another awesome year for Crysis Bodyboard Magazine. We have multi distribution deals in the works as well as an all-new format. Look for Issue #13 soon. More waves for everybody, what a way to start the new year.

12/21/07
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! Crysis Bodyboard Magazine will be closed from 5pm on Friday December 21st until Wednesday December 27th. Enjoy the time off. Try to get some good surf. Check out www.FFAT.biz for some sick spring break trips......maybe get one for Xmas!!

12/20/07
Mag's coming. And it's going to be one of our best! Sick FREE calendar will be just one thing that's worth the wait.

12/06/07
Hope everybody is stoked on the West Coast. Mother Nature delivered an epic 5-7 foot swell. Most of the reefs were firing and beach breaks were thumping. Some of our mag photogs were out and collecting the goods for future issues.

Crysis staff is working on finishing the next issue. Expect sick features and departments. We know you're salivating and we're going to deliver.

Spring Break CABO. Check out FFAT's new trip. www.FFAT.biz

11/16/07
Tomorrow is the first stop of the BIA Tour. Seaside Reef is spot. You'll probably see an influx of pros at this event for two reasons: 1. The waves are going to be good and 2. It's the backyard for many pros like Paul Roach, the Meyers and other SD locals. So don't miss that!

The Rosarito Pro was a success. The event could've had more US competitors but for the first annual Pro/Am event at Rosarito, it was sick. The Hubbard brothers dominated and it was Taylor Paige and Kira Llewellyn that took the Am and Pro Female, respectively.

Coming in early Decmember is our 13th issue. We have a sick mag filled with insane pix and content. Chris Won and Kyle Maligro tell us about coming full circle. Manny Vargas' FFAT trips hit the pages and we fill the rest of the mag with cool departments. Stay tuned for that!

11/9/07
The USBA at Imperial beach , CA saw 3-4 foot sets coming through with slight offshore winds early.

The most anticipated event in the USBA is the Sling for Bling where Spencer Skipper had tow partner Nelz putting him perfectly into nice clean sections and Skipper hitting the lip and launching sic ARS’s and huge sprays throwing gallons of water into the air for the win.

Kira Lewellyn came all the way from “down under” to compete and showcased her ARS on Cali waves winning the Women’s Pro Division and impressing all with her power and combinations on the waves. Kira is a class act all around and shooting for a world title but was pushed hard by Monica De La More who always rides strong.

The Hubbards switched roles with Jeff moving into the DK Pro Final and David making it into the Men’s Pro Final. But both were beaten…. as Oceanside’s Wally Sani had something to say about it in the DK Pro, taking the win with strong water moving cracks and aggressive floaters with Jeff taking 2nd. In the Men’s Pro Final Sasha Spector told me he was packing up to go home after his semi-final, but the South African made it through to the Men’s Pro Final and treated the crowd with the cleanest launches and landings for the winner scores from the judges barely beating out always strong Spencer Skipper who took 2nd place.

The amateurs continue to show their skills as Hawaiian Ries Yonehiro beating out local standout Taylor Page, who took 2nd place.

Next stop for the USBA is Rosarito , Mexico November 9, 2007 .

9/24/07
Finally! It's been a hectic summer for all of us here at Crysis Mag but we did it! The new issue it out! GT's air reverse photo graces the cover of issue 12. The new ish is loaded with new departments which include everything from the All Star Jam to contest scenes from around the glabe. Plus, the long over due interviews of GT, Brett Roldan and frenchy Amaruy Laverne are in our main features. If that isn't enough, we show our love for the crew on the Right Side and in Cali. We are super stoked to have Manny V on board to assist with the mag and he's down with the Crysis cause. Go to our store or any core bodyboard shop and get your magazine or subscription today!

CrysisMagazine.com is undergoing a facelift behind the scenes. So keep your pupils locked here during the first week of October.

4/13/07
It's that's time again, the 2007 Crysis All-Star Jam is here! Saturday, June 9th from 12noon to 7pm. Go to the store to reserve your spot now........spaces are limited so don't be scared. The prizes are bigger than ever!!!!! With the total in cash and prizes over $5000!! As always, there will be TONS of pros to hang with and talk BB story. The first 3 entries get a dope ass special BONUS gift, so get out moms credit card and get signed up! Also, welcome aboard to three new advertisers who are down to support the cause. That's right, buy SPARKLETTS WATER, make sure you go to the VANS WARPED TOUR this summer, and grab some dope gear from SIK INDUSTRIES. Those companies rule!! They are on board with our cause.SUPPORT THEM!

We are also in the planning stages for a Crysis Reggae Jam Happy Hour with a tentative date of Friday June 8th, the day before the All-Star Jam. This event will also be at the Wavehouse. 4 to 5 Reggae bands, special VIP / invite only wave riding by top professionals from all industries.......it's gonna go off!!! Stay tuned for more details.

Make Sure to check out the 5SOUTH Mixtape Video Premier at Carlsbad Village Theater on Saturday May 12th @ 8:00 p.m. If you went to the last one, you know you dont want to miss this. Support them! They do a lot for our sport.

2/20/07 8:18 PM
The new Crysis Bodyboard Magazine issue #5.1 will be here soon!
To get the magazine in your shop call SFP Distribution @ 760.722.1585, ask for JoJo, and she will take your pre-order. They will ship out as soon as the new issue is in. We are soooooooooo stoked to be bringing a fresh flavor for 2007. This year will be the best year to be a bodyboarder in years!! There are tons of solid events planned as well as lots of travel trips. Keep posted to our site www.crysismagazine.com and to our my space page www.myspace.com/crysismagazine for all the details on a power packed 2007! Crysis Bodyboard Magazine / BIGGER.BETTER.STRONGER.

Toobs is STOKED to welcome back CHRIS WON TALOA to their team. "It's nice to have Chris back on the team. Things are going great up here, 2007 is going to be very good for Toobs Bodyboards." says a Toobs representative.

Mike Stewart is said to be considering a full blown attack on the world tour for 2007. After a win in Maui , and a strong showing at the Pipe contest, who could blame him? Could the master take another title? Our money is on Mike!

On Saturday March 31st SFP Distribution will open it's doors to everyone to see how a bodyboard is made. Along with the factory tour where you will see actual boards being made, you will also see PMA design and make a custom Board. In the parking lot on display will be booths from Custom X, Cartel, Manta, Unit X, Toys, Nuisance, Crysis Bodyboard Magazine and Bodyboarder to view all their recent and upcoming products. Also on hand will be Body Glove, No Friends, 5-South, GBZ, Action Beach, Surf Ride, eBodyboarding, and Alternative Surf.Other activities: Pro Riders signing posters, raffles, freebies, munchies.Come see us on March 31st from 12 noon to 4:00pm.
Superior Foam Products., Inc.
394 Via El Centro
Oceanside, Ca. 92054

Cartel is stoked to announce the release of the new Roach and LTD boards for 2007. Roach is confirmed to be in attendance at the COSTA Freak fest along with the FFAT man, Manny Vargas, who is now on a Cartel board. Look for a possible MV signature model to be released soon. Check us out at our my space page@ www.myspace.com/cartelusa for the dates of our "ditch day" at The Wavehouse, which will be in Late March or Early April. Come hang with Paul Roach and try out the all new re-designed flow boards from GBZ.

Congratulations to Team Vortex Captain Brian Wise and Joe Grodzen for their performances in this years IBA Hawaii Pipe Event. These guys continue to remind people that California bodyboarder’s are still a force to be reckoned with! Other North Shore team standouts were Keila Grodzen, Brad Mebust, Sam Harmon, and Max Freemen. Vortex 2007 available now! For board specifications, photos, and dealers check out our site @ www.vortexboardco.com.

Wave Rebel's frontman Guilherme Tamega was killing it this season on the North Shore. Some even say he got robbed in the finals @ pipe. Check out the speed he gets on the new epoxy boards. They're insane!

tOyS team Aka Lyman, Will George, Raffi Meyer, Keith Sasaki and JJ Ayala are on the move. Watch for the tOyS movie coming out soon, featuring footage from all their travel adventures. <3 tOyS

The 2007 Crysis Magazine All-Star Jam @ the Wavehouse San Diego is in the works! It looks like early June is the date we're going for to kick summer off with a SOLID event. All the top names will be there to hang out and compete in the "best trick" contest for over $5000 in cash and prizes. This will be the best event yet! For corporate sponsorship information call 760.214.6071 for all the details. To enter the "best trick" contest stay tuned to the website for entry spots available in the Crysis store. Also, Crysis Senior photographer Ben Decamp has been SCORING in San Diego, so check the May issue for all the sick pics.Long time recording artist and true Rastaman, Mikey Dread will be releasing his new CD "Life is a Stage" TODAY, FEB. 21st at a special gig @ the Rock n Roll hall of fame. Congratulations Mikey Dread! Mikey Dread will be collaborating with Crysis Bodyboard Magazine on many projects for 2007. Keep posted to www.crysismagazine.com and www.mikeydread.com for all the details of the events we're planning together.

5-SOUTH says be sure to check out the Mixtape premier on Saturday May 12th 2007 at The Carlsbad Village Theater, show starts at 8:00pm. Admission will be $8.00,proceeds will go to the Chris Daniels Foundation for leukemia research. If your in Oceanside on March 31st come to the Custom-X Tradeshow and stop by the 5SOUTH booth and pick up your free copy of the Mixtape Demo DVD. Summer is near so check out 5-south.com for the HOT DOG "BOARDDEMO" TOUR dates and stops.Also the 5SOUTH DK team welcome Enrique DelSolar to the family.

eBodyboarding.com Team Rider Jeff Hubbard clinched his first World Title back in January by taking his 3rd-ever Pipeline win in epic conditions. Jeff stopped by the warehouse to sign some posters for us to give away. If you want one, just mention it when you place an order through our store and we will throw one in for you! New 2007 Mike Stewart boards are in along with the long awaited Mike Stewart Tri-Pouch board bags. A full line of eBodyboarding.com board bags are also available, including a deluxe 4-board heavy duty padded travel bodyboard bag for $79.95. This one has ALL the bells and whistles! We're gaining more national press too with mentions in both TIME Magazine as well as WOMEN'S HEALTH Magazines in the past year. We are fully-stocked up with all your favorite brands and best selection of bodyboarding products and as always, we offer personal service that is unmatched.

WOW! Congratulations to Alternative Surf as it reaches its 12th year Anniversary this year. Alternative Surf has been not only a very important part of our bodyboarding history since the mid 90’s as the first and only core bodyboard shop in the US but also the company is recognized for their support and dedication to giving back to the sport. New owner Ron Ziebell is celebrating his 1st year in ownership with a brand new website that will include more than DOUBLE the products that it previously offered online. Check out www.AlternativeSurf.com after the launch on March 1st. Ron believes in continuous improvement to bring the best gear at the best prices and providing outstanding customer service. “It has been an exciting and extremely busy year for us at Alternative Surf, thanks to all of you thatsupport our shops and believe in the importance of having a recognized core store for our sport.” Says Ron. Alternative Surf is planning a special EXPO (10th annual) this year in June, look for updates on EXPO 2007 and the expansion of their Seal Beach store at www.AlternativeSurf.com

2.9.07
Welcome to 2007!
For those who don't know here is a brief view into the lifespan of Crysis Bodyboard Magazine. Crysis Bodyboard Magazine was first introduced in September of 2002, as an "undersized" magazine which was free to the consumer. Crysis Bodyboard Magazine was inspired by a need to show the "real" side of the sport, featuring excellent imagery, and outstanding editorial on all the top professionals in the industry. Through tremendous support from our advertisers, readers, photographers, staff, and numerous others, Crysis Bodyboard Magazine has grown into an "over-sized" magazine which features 100# gloss paper stock THROUGHOUT the publication. Crysis Magazine now retails for $4.99US and sells outstanding. We believe in getting the magazine to the hardcore bodyboarder, therefore distributing the magazine heavily in Bodyboard/Surf shops throughout the United States and a few select International locations.If you would like the magazine in your shop please contact our US Distributor, SFP Distribution, at 760.722.1585, and they will set you up. You can see our major supporters, photographers, staff, etc...listed in our "top friends" on our my space page @ myspace.com/crysismagazine. Unfortunately it limits us to the top 24 friends, and we all know there are WAY MORE people to prop than 24, you know who you are. Our goal is to continue to provide an excellent media forum to display and promote the sport of Bodyboarding, while providing an excellent marketing source for our advertisers. Crysis Bodyboard Magazine is driven by the readers so we urge you to be interactive with us, as your opinion TRULY matters! So leave us a message/comment on my space, or e-mail us @ info@crysismagazine.com and let us know whatcha think. KEEP BODYBOARDING! Thank you,

-CRYSIS BODYBOARD MAGAZINE
BIGGER.BETTER.STRONGER.

9.1.06 | Weekly News

IT'S OFFICIAL!! The mag will be released on Friday,Sept. 8, 2006! You can pre-purchase your “Roach Issue” right now in the Crysis store. All purchases received by Sept. 4, will get the mag shipped direct on the 8th of September straight to your couch. The FIRST 15 PURCHASES will receive a FREE subscription! So don’t lag...act now! We also have something up our sleeve that is sure to please everybody. Stay-tuned to the web site for the
latest updates. Also, the premiere for Stoked on Life's new video "Double Or Nothin" with be at the Star Theater in Oceanside, CA September 16th. The doors open at 7pm and tickets are only $12 at the door. It is PACKED with current exclusive Roach footage. Come see thelatest from the DK legend. Also, Tons of giveaways from all of our sponsors and meet the pro's so come join us for the fun. The boys are back from Puerto and everything was a success. Look for the epic photos in the next issue, to be released before the holidays. Also, Todd Glaser went to a secret mex spot with
Skipp. It’s INSANE......check it out next issue!

8.22.06 | Weekly News

The new Unit X 'Solution' is now out. This new board designed by PMA and Chris Schlegel has a new polyblend substrate layer that is laminated to the polypro core to take the place of a stringer. The board was designed by Chris to have the right amount of flex for water 70 degrees and below. Coming up next, the new 2007 Unit X line will be introduced around August 25th.

Come down to the wavehouse on Sat. August 26, 2006 (yeah this Saturday dummy!) to blow off some steam at the “We’re at print party” with Crysis Magazine. CRYSIS PRINT PARTY @ THE WAVEHOUSE 4 HOUR BLOWOUT !!!
-$50 Come ride for 4 hours with the crew
-Saturday August 26, 2006 12-4pm
-Wavehouse San Diego

New issue out soon!!!
That’s right, we’re at print so it will only be as long as it takes to put the ink to the paper! No more aggravating shipping woes either because were getting printed right here in the USA. Damn Skippy. Ballleeeeeeddattt! Click here to see the cover full-size.

Come see us @ the ASR show in San Diego Sept. 8-10 2006. We’ll have the new issue on hand so come down and get your free copy and party with the big boys.

Keep posted as our weekly updates have returned now that we can crawl out of the “Crysis Lab” and peek at daylight again.

BIGGER.BETTER.STRONGER.

6.21.06 | Weekly News

BODYBOARDER MAKES THE COVER OF THE LOS ANGELES TIMES!!!!
Check out the cover of the LA Times from June 21,2006. EPIC! This is exactly the exposure our sport needs to propel the industry to the next level. Buy this issue and let them know your appreciation! Numerous times the LA Times has written articles that are pro Bodyboarding. There it is, in the public's face, a Bodyboarder going big at the Wedge on the the "biggest day of the year", I'm sure VIPER is not bummed to see that big orange dot on the cover of a major International newspaper!What do you think ESPN? Contest @ Teahupoo, Shark Island, Pipeline, Todos, What? Let's get together to expose this AWESOME sport!!



SUMMER IS HERE!!!!
With that comes outdoor BBQ’s , parties, graduations, etc......keep your eyes open for the Crysis Angel game party. One low price will include entrance to the game, BBQ before the game under the Big “A”, refreshments, a Crysis T-Shirt and of course a GREAT TIME!!

Toobs is gettin’ it started, having a bbq/video premiere THIS FRIDAY, JUNE 23.....here are the details..... Toobs Factory Open House and Video Premiere
This Friday afternoon, June 23rd, the Toobs Factory is inviting anybody and everybody to come see the premiere showing of "Opening the Doors", the new video made by Kellen Keene and produced by Toobs Bodyboards. We'll be BBQing and letting everyone tour the factory to see how it all gets done. BBQ will start around 3:00 pm with the video showing around 4:00. You can get directions at the website, www.toobs.com See you there!

The BIA is also at it this weekend in ZUMA BEACH, CA at Tower 1. Check-in’s @ 6:30am.....get your rest! The ratings are posted on the website @ www.biatour.com. See ya there!

Alex Gero is now officially on Staff at Crysis Magazine, Alex will be helping with promotions, interviews, photo editing and any other good ol’ American chore we can think of. WELCOME ABOARD ALEX!! Come hang out with Crysis Magazine and Alex at the Alternative Surf Promo this Sunday from 11AM-4PM. Already confirmed is Paul Roach, Scotty Carter, Joe & Keila Grodzen......and many more. Meet big wedge charger and new shop owner Ron Ziebell also......good times! We heard Custom X is bringing over 100 hot dogs and a grill, so bring your appetite....Free Crysis Schwag also.....of course!!! Crysis will be having it’s 2nd annual Dodgeball game at the promo and you get a FREE tee just for playing!!

The reality of Cabo Freak Fest is starting to set in with some of you. You're on the edge trying to figure out if you should go or not. Give FFAT a call or email and let them convince you why CFF is a must trip foranyone looking to get away for a few. If you're down to take a break from society as you know it and enjoy the sun and warm waters of Cabo San Lucas Mexico, get on this trip! Get your $100 deposit in today! Be sure to send your Booking Form along with your payment. Full balance will be due June 20th. Have any questions? Hit me up at FFAT.biz. Deposit Due: June 15th! Balance Due: June 20th! Late Fees waived 'til the 15th! IMPORTANT! Only the first 100 people to send in their deposits and pay in full by June 20th will be escorted
aboard the Buccaneer Queen a.ka. The Pirate Booze Cruise! So don't lag, get your $100 in today. Get the complete lowdown, more photos and sweet vid clips at: www.ffat.biz. Also check out our My Space page at: www.myspace.com/cabofreakfest If your reading this and thinking your too late, give
FFAT a call or e-mail to see if they still have a spot for your lagging ass. Your gonna have to beg to get on the Pirate booze cruise now!!!

Cartel team rider Paul Roach is scheduled to be at the the latest soldier in the Cartel Flow Arsenal. All- new available Cartel flow boards hand-shaped by PMA are available at cartelusa.com......get yours now so you don’t get spanked at the 2007 CRYSIS ALL-STAR JAM.


6.14.06 | Weekly News

2006 CRYSIS MAGAZINE ALL-STAR JAM WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!!!!Thank you to everybody who came out to the 2006 Crysis Magazine All-Star Jam @ the Wavehouse in San Diego. The sun was shining for us on a beautiful day. All the bodyboarders were there.........We feel REALLY bad for you if you missed it. We had enough good times to go around! Once again, thank you to the sponsors who maden it all happen.
Those sponsors include: CARTEL, MIKE STEWART, TOOBS, VORTEX, CUSTOM X, NO FRIENDS, GBZ, ALEEDA, EBODYBOARDING.COM, ALTERNATIVE SURF, 5-SOUTH, VIPER FINS, SIXTY FORTY BRAND, and of course our friends at the BIA TOUR. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, it was AWESOME. The winners for the top two tricks in each division got prizes.

HAYLEY BALDERRAMA, 1ST PLACE, $500, TROPHY, MIKE
STEWART AUTOGRAPHED CRYSIS.
DEREK HIRATA, 2ND PLACE, FLOW BOARD, MIKE STEWART
AUTOGRAPHED CRYSIS.

PRONE:
TYLER DANEK, 1ST PLACE, $500 , TROPHY, MIKE STEWART
AUTOGRAPHED CRYSIS.
ERIC HOOPER, 2ND PLACE, FLOW BOARD, ALTERNATIVE SURF
BOARD BAG, MIKE STEWART AUTOGRAPHED CRYSIS.

WOMENS:
NATALIE DANIELS, 1ST PLACE, $250, TROPHY, MIKE STEWART
AUTOGRAPHED CRYSIS.
BLYTHE DANIELS, 2ND PLACE, FLOW BOARD, MIKE STEWART
AUTOGRAPHED CRYSIS.

The girls from Texas really cleaned up in the womens division. The Cali girls better step it up next year. Tyler Danek is from Texas also. It must be somethingin their water!??!!#$!!!! Here is a list of people who showed up..........and this isn’t even everybody, if we missed you, we apologize, it was a long, fun day!!!

Mike Stewart,Paul Roach,Ross McBride, Spencer Skipper, Manny Vargas, Jay Realem, Scotty Carter,Tom Boyle, Eric Apple,Peter King.Pete Anaya “PMA”
Paul Clare,Brian Petersen, Tyler Danek,Jeff Bragg ,Brett Roldan, Raffi Meyer,Kai Meyer, Joe Grodzen, Todd Glaser, Will George,Johnny Roybal, Alex Gero
Nik Gero, Chris O’Conner, Eric Hooper,Jake Brenner,Derek Hirata,Dane Hirata, Mitch Keil, Derek Di Augustini, Derek Valderena, Chad Stickney,
Nick Ossa, Hayley Balderrama,Keila Grodzen,Vicki Reale, Lisa Pena,Carly,Wendy Pierce,,Natalie Daniels,Blythe Daniels, Win Hartnanft, Juan Carlos,
John “twompa” Cantale,Bear, Sonny the DJ, Ben DeCamp,Shawn Backus,John Idano,Sarah Jean,Wyatt John,Dan & Karla Joe Hauler & Family,
Lauren, Ryan, & Bjorn Labrum, Our friendly waitress,Nacho,Con Queso and many many more!!!

Here are some photos from the event, a sneak preview into the HUGE article coming out in the next issue!!!

Thanks again everybody,
See YA’LL next year!!

-CRYSIS MAGAZINE

6.2.06 | Weekly News

The BIA National Tour Event #1 in IMPERIAL BEACH was rescheduled to this Saturday....yeah, that’s tomorrow. We should have some great conditions for the contest so the cancellation last week turns out to be a GOOD thing! Remember check-in @ 6:30am and first heats paddle out @ 7am sharp.
See ya there!!!

SATURDAY JUNE 10, 2-7 PM ....ALL-STAR JAM @ THE WAVEHOUSE........ WE HAVE ADDED HOURS!#?!@!!! Presented by GBZ, the sponsors(who will all be giving away free goods) include; TOOBS, CARTEL, VORTEX, MIKE STEWART,CUSTOM X, EBODYBOARDING, ALTERNATIVE SURF, 5-SOUTH, NO FRIENDS, ALEEDA WETSUITS, VIPER FINS, 60/40 BRAND, our friends from the BIA, and many more. Due to the overwhelming response, we have added 2 more hours at the Wavehouse for a total of 5 HOURS!! That’s right, from 2pm-7pm, it’s on!! The All-Star Jam is going to be INSANE!!! We have
confirmation from MIKE STEWART, PAUL ROACH, ROSS MCBRIDE, SPENCER SKIPPER, and many more top pros who will be hanging out to chill, sign autographs, ride the flow, talk story, whatevas!!! Manny Vargas will be on the mic and a host of hotties will be frolicking in the sunshine.
So bring your butt down to the Wavehouse in MissionBeach, CA to have tons of fun, score free goods and get to ride the flowrider for 5 HOURS for only
$100!!(normally $40/hr). Bring all your friends cuz the spectators are FREE to come check out some of the most high powered bodyboard maneuvers done on a stationary wave, anywhere in the world. At the end of the day, we will be having a “best trick” contest which will pay $500 to the winner of DK, prone, and women's divisions. Click on this flyer to print your entry form. Spots are filling up so don’t miss out. If you miss this event, we apologize in advance for all the pain you will feel when you hear the cool stories from your friends that went!!-SORRY! Click the pic to download printable flyer.



MTV was at the WAVEHOUSE doing their TRL show all week. It went nuts!!!On Monday’s show, Jack Black rode down the Mission Beach boardwalk on a Cartel low low and then proceeded to try to ride the “Brutticus Maximus”. Although he ate sh#t, he looked like he was sponsored, showing off his GBZ and CARTEL logos to the crowd. “How much you guys pay for that?” that’s what the Crysis staff wants to know! Today (Friday) they will be LIVE again from THE WAVEHOUSE @ 12:30 pacific time if you have DirecTV or 3:30 pm pacific time if you have cable, but it’s always best to check your local listings.

5.11.06 | Weekly News

Hello everybody, Spring is here and summer is around the corner. This summer will be one to remember. There are tons of events planned, the swells will fill in heartily from the South soon and you’ll be able to put away the wet suit and get out the old trunks again. Bodyboarding is hot right now, tons of people in the water, on the message boards, etc....there is a revamped hunger out there for some killer Bodyboarding content to chew on and we are gonna bring it to you! The sport is alive and kicking ass! This new issue out now has sold more copies, and faster, than any other issue to date...Thanks for the support to everybody who purchased a copy, it’s great to see it grow. If you’re in a remote location, or if your local surf shop is too lame to carry
Crysis, don’t forget you can go to EBODYBOARDING.COM to purchase the latest copy at any time. The next issue is almost finished and once again, it’s
better than the last one. So look for it coming soon.

Now for some early summer fun. Don’t miss the No Friends premiere in Rosarito Mexico on May 20....Corona is on board as a sponsor so there
will be insane drink specials as well as the Corona girls doin’ their thing. There are only a few spaces left , so go to NOFRIENDS.COM and get your tickets
today!!! This will be off the charts, a perfect way to bring in summer good times! The first premiere is in Pismo Beach @ The Fair oaks
theater on May 18th......nor cal baby!! Peep the attached NF flyer for more tour dates.



Also, the Crysis All-Star Jam at the Wavehouse in San
Diego is coming up on Saturday June 10, 2006. Come flow with all the pros including Mike Stewart, Paul Roach, and many, many, more. There is also a “best trick” competition. It is only $100 to get 3 hours of flowrider time as well as entry into the contest. $500 CASH MONEY will be given to the
winners of the Prone and DK divisions. The females only pay $75 to enter the contest with a chance at a $250 purse. The entries are limited to 12 prone riders, 10 Dropknee riders, and 8 females, so go to the CRYSIS STORE to purchase your entry today!!! Spectators are free and this is a “must see” event, so bring your friends and family to enjoy the day. There will be tons of free giveaways from Toobs, Cartel, Stewart, Vortex, 5- South, Custom X, No Friends, ebodyboarding, Viper Fins, Aleeda, 60.40 brand, and of course mad Crysis schwag, so don’t miss this event!!!!



E-Mail: info@crysismagazine.com for questions / more info, or you can sign up in our store.

TOOBS has a new board out called “The Patriot” and it’s sick! Go to your local core shop to check it out, or go to their web site @ www.toobs.com to see it !! Also, on the subject of new products CARTEL is happy to announce that the All-New “Switchblade” fin has arrived so check them out at Alternative Surf, they have them in stock and they’re going fast. See ya in June @ The Wavehouse!

4.14.06 | Weekly News

The New issue has finally hit the news stands. Be sure to purchase them from your favorite online boardshop. ebodyboarding.com, Alternative surf and Action beach.

You have two Bodyboarding events to choose from this Saturday. We’ve got the VORTEX Day presented by GBZ (Ghettoboyz) at the wavehouse in Mission Beach , San Diego, CA. The Date is APRIL 15TH from 1-5pm.......it’s easy to remember because it’s the day Uncle Sam JACKS YOU!!!! Anyways, what a better day to come get your barrel on with the Vortex crew!! Brian Wise, Zach Baz, James Murdoch, Joe & Keila Grodzen, plus much, much, more, will be there to give tips, tell stories, have drinks, all the good stuff.

Then you have the 5-SOUTH Demo at Action Beach on Saturday from 2-5. They will be playing there new video BOARDERLINE and giving away free product all day. If you havent purchased your copy of there video, you can get it all your local surf shop or purchase it online at 5-south.com

3.23.06 | Weekly News

The new issue is at the printer and will be available soon!! This issue #4.1 is the “MENTAL HAWAII ISSUE” featuring a HUGE section on Hawaii and also including articles on France, an exclusive interview with Ross McBride, and a tribute to legend surf photographer Larry “Flame” Moore. PMA also reviews a few products, and Keila Grodzen has a “how to” section for the female readers. Brian Wise has trained hard, and was killing it this winter. On this beautiful day on the North Shore(cover shot by grodzen) BW took some time away from the crowd to pu in sai. You da man BW. Look for the new Crysis Magazine on pre-sale @ ebodyboarding.com soon. Cartel is proud to announce it’s all-new Greg Szabad signature series.
Look for some old school flavor with a new school twist when the GZ-10 EXTREME TEC SERIES hits stores world wide Mid April. With over 2 decades in the sport, Greg is working on some shapes that are sure to please all you big wave riders. “Welcome to the team Greg, we are stoked to have you on board." Says PC.

Also on the Cartel tip the long awaited switch blade finz have just hit the factory. For comfort and power go to cartelusa.com and pick up a pair.

5-SOUTH video premiere is Sat, March 25 (yes, this saturday) in Carlsbad. DON'T MISS IT! Crysis Magazine will have photogs there to cover the event for the next issue. We heard the 805bbr.com boys will be there representing from up north. Go to 5-SOUTH.COM for more details.

Also, Brandon Foster has just signed on to continue with Custom X. He will be working on redesigns for his two existing boards, The Blade and the ODB. Look for the new models in stores soon. No Friends just put up a new web site and it’s sick!! Go to nofriends.com to peep it!

3.17.06 | Weekly News

WHAT’S CRACKIN’ ST. PATTY’S STYLE!!! HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY!! MAY ALL YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE AND ALL YOUR BEER BE GREEN THIS WONDERFUL DAY! OUR DAY IS WONDERFUL CUZ’ WE’VE GOT THE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH MIKE STEWART WHILE HE WAS HERE IN CALI.......SO HERE IT IS!!

CRYSIS MAGAZINE EXCLUSIVE MIKE STEWART INTERVIEW!!!
CM: What's up Mike? Welcome back to California.
MS: Howzit. Yeah stoked to be back. Whatsup with the water! Cold huh!
CM: What is your favorite part of coming to Cali?
MS: Well, I lived here for a bunch of years back in the day. It's cool to see some people I have not seen in years, and surf some of the old spots.
CM: What is your least favorite part of coming to Cali?
MS: It's painful to see the widespread development and disappearing open space. Cold, huh!
CM: With all the new found reef / beach breaks in the world, which do you feel is the most intimidating, and why?
MS: Pffft, easy. Big west swell (at least 12 foot), maybe 280 degrees,Jack-O-Lantern's Hole is straight up scary. I don't think it has a real name. I have only seen one guy surf it before. His head got opened up like the top of a Jack-O-Lantern, you know where you put the candle in. So that's where the name came from. We couldn't find his body, just theround part off the top of his head. I caught one wave, but it sketched me out. I can't say where it is, but it's less than a 30 minute drive from here (Crysis World Headquarters).
CM: With Clark foam closing it's doors, do you think this will effect the Bodyboarding industry?
MS: It will have some effect, the question is just how much. Even more interesting though is the future of stand up surfing. It has really exploded all over, and that is great. But the explosion eventually maxes out, and starts to recede. That is the nature of cyclical activities. They have an up cycle and a down cycle. Surfing has been in an up cycle for quite a while, while body boarding has been more in a down cycle. But I think being in that down cycle is good for bodyboarding. Really the only people doing it are doing it for the right reasons. They do it for the love and enjoyment of the sport. It's not to be cool or make money. Look at how many people are surfing just to be cool. Even just wearing surf clothes is an attempt by people to be cool. Something stops being cool when everybody is doing it, and surfing may have hit that point. So the real question is: will the over exposure of surfing (stand up) lead to a decline or backlash? Will a backlash lead to more participation in alternatives like body boarding? Ultimately, we cannot, and do not need to rely on the state of stand up surfing to determine our future. Body boarders know who they are and what they do. Personally, I think the sport is coming back to strength in the US. There are signs of growth. Certainly Australia, South Africa, Europe, and some other places are already seeing it.
CM: How do you see Bodyboarding evolving?
MS: Being underground allows the sport to evolve without too much attention from outside the industry. Personally, I think if you showed stand up surfers some cutting edge body board videos or whatever, they would freak. The waves being ridden are gnarly, and the moves are huge. So when the sport does come on the radar screen to new viewers, it will blow them away. The level of body boarding in some places is so high right now in some places.
CM: We know you body surfed Teahupoo, was it asemotional for you as the people who witnessed it, or was it just another day with mother nature for Mike Stewart?
MS:It was a bet with my US distributor. I love taking his money(laughs). But really it was something that I really wanted to do. It turns out to be a good wave to body surf, maybe not for everybody, but it was fun. Intense, but fun. Honestly, it was a sideline activity.
If it was a focus, it would have been a different gig. I did not go there with that intention, but the waves were right, and my head was right, so I went.
CM: How do stay in such great shape with such a busy schedule?
MS: I punch random fat people in the stomach, and strangle livestock to death with one hand. Sometimes I wrestle chimpanzees 3 at a time. Those little bastards are strong. Twice as strong as an average man. I'm stoked to be 6 times stronger than the average man (laughs).
CM: What other extreme athlete do you enjoy watching most?
MS: Honestly, I just watched Fuel channel for the first time this week. The skateboarding is pretty technical and advanced. It's hard to comprehend the
control they have. Ultimate fighting can be interesting when the mood is right. No particular athletes, but it's always cool to see somebody that is at the top of their sport.
CM: Do you follow College Basketball at all?
MS: If I wanted to see a group of sweaty men play with balls, I would go to Laguna (laughs).
CM: What video is in your DVD Player right now athome?
MS: Baby Einstein, but actually it's Baby Mozart which is an extension of the Baby Einstein series.
CM: We know you are SUPER busy since you could only be here a couple days, so thank you for the time Mike.
MS: Always happy to be here to support the cause. I am hoping to come back in June and have some more time to chill with everybody.
Thanks toeverybody out there for your support.
-MS

We’ve also got the VORTEX Day coming up presented by GBZ (Ghettoboyz) at the wavehouse in Mission Beach , San Diego, CA. The Date is APRIL 15TH from 1-5pm.......it’s easy to remember because it’s the day Uncle Sam JACKS YOU!!!! Anyways, what a better day to come get your barrel on with the Vortex crew!! Brian Wise, Zach Baz, James Murdoch, Joe & Keila Grodzen, plus much, much, more, will be there to give tips, tell stories, have drinks, all the good stuff.



On that note, Crysis has confirmed it’s date in June for the “All-Star Pro Jam”, so get ready. Also, CARTEL team rider and all around charger Fred Campagion from France has confirmed he will be here for the “All- Star Jam.” TOOBS just confirmed they will be sponsoring the event along with the already signed up sponsors such as ,5-South, Cartel, Mike Stewart, No Friends, 60.40 Brand,and many more to come.....Come on down Pat!!


3.10.06 | Weekly News

The BIA Manhattan Beach contest was solid. There was some good surf and it was alot of fun. The REAL fun was had at the after party that we’re still hearin'’ stories about......Thanks Granone and Backus! Keep it up! Click here for the BIA MANHATTAN BEACH contest results. Also check out 5SOUTH mini edit on the event here!

Mike Stewart is coming into town on a super DL trip. Crysis has the exclusive with him. We are throwing a VIP, invite only party with Mike while he is here. If you do not receive a WRITTEN invitation from Mike Stewart or Crysis Magazine you can still come.........if you find it! Stay tuned to the news
section on our site for clues on where this bash will be. If your smart enough to figure it out....I guess you’re invited!!

On another note, the Crysis Magazine “Flexfit” hats are in! There are no fakes....They are REAL flexfits. Available in S-M & L-XL, Colors include White with Black text and Black with white text. They’re available now in the Crysis store for only $22.99 with FREE shipping. Get em’ while they last!



It’s almost here! Summer we’re talkin’ about, and we’ve just booked the Wavehouse in Mission Beach for the “Crysis All-Star Pro Jam 2006” in June! That’s right , come ride the Flow with all the top Pros, including; Mike Stewart, Paul Roach, Wiseguy, Manny Vargas, Jeff Bragg, Zach Baz,Raffi Meyer, Brandon Foster, Joe Grodzen, Johnny Roybal,Tyler Danek, and many many more......you know how we do it so it’s gonna be Hella Fun! Also, this is your chance to be in the mag. Show up, bust big, get a photo in the mag.....it’s that simple! We heard cash was gonna be given out for the best trick for prone and DK.!! Bring it.

3.4.06 | Weekly News

WHAT'S CRACKIN’

For all those wondering......THE BIA MANHATTAN BEACH EVENT IS ON!!!!There is some swell associated with this storm, and the rain should be gone, so we’re hoping for some great conditions...Check in on time! See you there.

Also, Paul Roach has been spotted on his Bodyboard numerous times in SD County. Stoked on his new boards, he is warmin up for the Euro Freakfest......that’s right Europe, and Roach will be there. JULY 3rd thru JULY 7th 2006. The dates are for sure, but more details and pricing will be available on FFAT.BIZ on Friday Mar.10th.

We have got in ALOT of SICK images from Hawaii this year, look for the new issue very soon. We’ve been puttin’ in the OT on this ish.

Look for the Crysis crew at the Rolling Stones / Queens of the Stoneage concert. We will be at the Las Vegas show at the MGM Grand on March 4th and also the Los Angeles show on March 5th. If you can find us, say what’s up, and get a free subscription, and a free t-shirt. (probably some cold refreshments also.)



Sub Laguna has opened! You have to check this out. Killer Sandwiches delivered.....to da beach! Yes, it’s true when you get outta the barrel, and on the cell phone, boom!, sandwich. Call 949.464.1033 for delivery. They are open Mon - Fri 10:30am to 2:30pm. It’s a minor $20 minimum order, cash only. Laguna Beach only for the deliveries, however they offer catering services to all of South Orange County. Try them today...you will be amped. If not, try them at the next OC Crysis event, cuz we have them booked. Mention Crysis Mag and get a free goodie!

Dan the IE Distributor just got a fat new Fabtech lift for his new F-150. I think we pay him too much!! He's buying the refreshments on Friday from now on.

PMA just shaped 3 new custom Cartel boards for Paul Cooper, including a 44 inch big wave board. Watch for Coopa going big in the big stuff.

5SOUTH Team Rider Omar Leon is in Tahiti gettin vid clips for the upcoming SOL Video. This should be a great video. Also, heard the Vortex crew from Pismo hit up a last minute Tahiti session also. Send in the pics boys......keep us posted!!!

Oh yeah, check out the mini-preview Hawaii edit in the video section. Edited by Joe Grodzen

Remember the 5-South Boarderline Video Premire is on March 25th at 8:00pm. Tickets will start to be sold at 7:00pm make sure your there early. The place will sell out. Carlsbad Village Theatre 2822 State St. Carlsbad,CA 92018 .Tickets are only $7 dollars support these kids they do a lot for our industry.

Have a great Weekend !!

2.28.06 | Weekly News
60 / 40 (sixty . forty) brand is DOWN!!! They just sent us a box of gear along with their ad......They’re stuff is sick! They are a new clothing brand that gets down with Bodyboarding, Skateboarding, Snowboarding,Wakeboarding, and Motocross. Their focus is on HIGH ADRENALINE sports without the super-glam egos....They are developing a team of riders who have balls, and also have the ability to market themselves effectively. If you think you have what it takes, stay- tuned for sponsorship info.

We would like to welcome bodyboarder / photographer /videographer Joe Grodzen to the Staff, as well as his lovely and charming wife Keila Grodzen, who will be writing a “cool things to do “ article in the print mag. Consider her our very own Martha Stewart (without the ankle bracelet).

5-South video premiere is March 25th in Carlsbad, bethere to represent for your sport. 5-South does the sport proud. Support these guys.

All you NASCAR fans who went to the race in California this weekend, it was solid, keep representing your redneck roots. We were there, we were having way too much fun!!!

The grodzens did great on their mission to the World Beat Center in San Diego, CA. They took Zach Baz down for a RASTAFARI good time and
jammed to some PR Reggae beats. This is what Joe had to say,”The world beat center of San Diego was host to the best latin reggae show on
EARTH this past wednesday at the ultra roots venue (world beat center). The host of the sunday night “Reggae Mecosa” on 91X was there to MC. It was sold out for Puerto Rico's own CULTURA PROFETICA. Culturamade not one but three encore song's to the crowds delight with some songs title name's such as "bieke"and others. They also played a Bob Marley cover that was pure perfection! Their drummer Boris was sounding exactly like Bob and wowing the crowd with joy....ROOTS!!!....The venue, the show, and the crowd were IRIE...good times. It is hard to break into a very extensive reggae scene here in california, but Cultura Profetica seems to be on the minds of the true roots culture and on their way to world wide reconition.....Check them out if they play near you!” BIG UP...BOP BOP SHABA!! Check out the pics..



The BIA Event is scheduled to be at Manhattan Beach this weekend.The headline sponsors of the event are WCB, Big Blue Marble, Skullduggery, and Vortex. Check-in is early, so get your sleep boys and girls, and bust huge for the Manhattan Beach crowd. For more details, go to biatour.com.



2.25.06|Welcome to CrysisMagazine.com

Welcome to the New 2006 Crysis Magazine Website. You will find all the News and Upcoming events here. Thanks for your support. Submissions are welcome. All Articles and photos must be accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped,envelope if they are to be returened. CRYSIS Magazine is not responsible for unsolicieted contributions,unless otherwise agreed upon, in writing,by the editor. CRYSIS Mag retains all rights to material published in CRYSIS for a period of 12 months after the publication and reprint rights after said period expires. All Photos should be carefully packaged and labled PRESS PHOTOS Do not bend !Send all submissions to: Crysis Magazine, P.O Box 824 Claremont, CA 91711. CRYSIS Magazine is published by OAI Sports. The Reproduction of any content requires the written consent of the publisher. Copyright 2006.All rights reserved. Printed in Canada. All opionions expressed in the articles are those of the authors, and do not neccesarily represent the views of CRYSIS Magazine and/or the advertisers. All Advertisers assume responsiblity for the content of their sdvertisments. If you dont like the view expressed in CRYSIS Magazine, dont read it !!!