The Carve Up Surf Show

Swellnet Weekend Surf forecast For Australia Feb 17-18

This week we talk to progressive surfboard shaper Nick Miles. Nick explains in detail the various core constructions and stringer set up in his X-Core Reactor blank. We find out what shapers are using the new technology, his influences and what a new board will set you back.And Craig Brokensha gives us the weekend surf forecast around the country.

Swellnet Weekend Surf forecast For Australia Feb 11-12

Former Pro surfer, Bondi Boardriders founder and Author Matthew Elks talks about his new book "Bondi, Bali and Beyond"We look back at the early days of Bondi Boardriders and how gentrification changed the area. Matt shares the news of Bondi being listed as a surfing reserve and his wishes of having a museum in the pavilion to celebrate the men and women champions that the area has produced.

Weekend Surf forecast For Australia Feb 4-5 

Ever wanted to cash in your chips and move to a tropical Island to start your your own surf resort?Tony Pittar did just that over a decade ago.. We talk to Tony and his son George about setting up Eratap resort, the waves and Island life.George talks about his huge start to 2017 with a few victories in the juniors series and we get their tips on who they think will win this years CT.And from Swellnet, Craig Brokensha gives us the weekend surf forecast for around Australia.

Craig Brokensha - Swellnet Weekend Surf Forecast Around Oz

On this episode of "The Carve Up" we chat with Swellnet forecaster Craig Brokensha. Craig talks about his passion for surfing and tracking swells and how he landed his dream job. We learn a little bit more about the Japanese surfer found drifting 6kms of the Wollongong coast. We look back at the Carve Pro held at Maroubra Beach over the weekend and Craig shares his story of how HE discovered Kelly Slater's wave pool.

This episode we look at the WSL event in France. Sharks are making news again.. We talk to Nth Coast professional fisherman Adam Epifanis about the and "sanctuary"  and the effects its having on shark numbers and  how best to deal with the shark problem on the NSW Nth Coast. We get the latest news from the Bacardi Surf Series and chat with ratings leader Nic squires as well as look at the role technology plays in surfing with "Sneaky Surf App" Co founder Steve Sammartino.And as always Chud Spivens imparts some wisdom to us all...

On this episode we talk to Dan Webber after witnessing todays shark attack in Ballina. Vissla Australia boss John Mossop talks about the World ISA Championships held in Azores and the role Vissla plays in supporting junior surfing and to talk about their big win in the Kirra teams junior challenge, Presidents Nudge  (NMSRA) & Hickey (Sth  End)lus   young local ripper Koda Killorn & dad Jamie.

The Carve Up talk to surfer Dan Webber who was only meters away from Cooper Allen when he was attacked by a Great white shark this morning at Lighthouse Beach, Ballina NSW.

Bacardi Surf Tour

The boys chat with former WCT surfer Dayyan Neve after his victory in The Stowaway Pro Event at Freshwater.

Author and film maker Monty Webber talks about the Life of Midget Farrelly and the legacy he leaves the world of surfing.

On this episode we remember Australia's 1st world surfing champion Midget Farrelly with author and film maker  Monty Webber. We look at the wsl event at Trestles and "carve up" the judges performance and we introduce  the Bacardi Surf Tour with contest director Steve Harrison and the winner of the last event Dayyan Neve,the most relevant man in surfing right now!!

After well earned rest, the boys are back in the studio "fired up" after Kelly Slater's dominant performance in Tahiti.Will talks us through the evolution of the banana board and the return of the channel bottom. Is surfing the right fit for the Olympics? Where we it be held??And from his hospital bed Chud Spivens dials in....

This episode is dedicated to the crazy men that took on the crazy beast that was Cape Solander last week. In the studio this week we have photographer Bill Morris who spent 2 days in the channel filming the event as well as competitor and WQS surfer Perth Standlick. We also have chat with Jughead Allport and Richie Vas about their wipeouts the waves and what it was like to compete at this years event. 

The Carve Up caught up with Justen "Jughead" Allport after the Redbull Capefear event. Here is a preview... Show coming up this Thursday.

The Carve Up spoke to former WCT surfer Toby Martin about his teams recent victory in the SurfAid Cup at Bondi.  Twelve corporate teams raised over $87,000 for humanitarian organisation SurfAid, a huge result for a first time event.

On this episode we catch up with former WCT surfer Toby Martin "fresh" from his teams victory in the SurfAid Cup.We preview the upcoming Fiji Pro and look back at the remarkable performance of Bethany Hamilton in the women's event. And for the final time this year we talk Kelly Slaters wave pool.

This week we have a look at the Kelly Slater Wave Pool phenomenon.  We get the latest news on the Webber Wave Pools  we look at the Rio Oi Pro and we speak to Chud Spivens "Live" from the favelas.

Taj Burrow talks exclusively to The Carve Up after his recent retirement announcement from the WSL.

This week we celebrate the career of Taj Burrow after he announced his retirement earlier this week. We talk to his former trainer and mentor John Gannon about his time with Taj on the tour.  Surf journo Anthony Pancia gives us the latest updates from the Drug Aware Pro and finally we chat to Taj himself about his 18 year career on the tour.

Once again the rookies are taking down some big names on stop 2 on the WCT. Whats up with Kelly? Is it his equipment? Shmoo shares some insight on what it takes to make a final at the Rip Curl Pro. Board swap controversy, heats to watch and Tracks mag editor Luke Kennedy gives us a surf forecast plus what to expect over the upcoming days as a new swell is predicted for the finals. Ww also talk to Chud Spivens and give away a custom Will Webber surfboard.

This week we talk to young Hawaiian WCT surfer Keanu Asing about life on the tour, the role of coaches on the WCT and lesson learnt from his 1st year on the tour.

Stu Kennedy talks to the boys fresh from his 3rd place finish in the Quiksilver Pro on the Gold Coast.

On this episode we talk to WCT rookie and semi finalist Stu Kennedy about his "break thru" performance at Snapper. #SneakySurf app designer Steve Sammartino talks about his new app and how it can change the face of surfing. Hawaiian WCT competitor Keanu Asing talks about lessons learnt from his 1st season on the tour and the influence of surf coaches & Chud Spivens returns from a colonic cleanse to report on the new rookies he is watching in 2016.

This episode Shmoo & Silky look at the #WQS taking place around the east coast of Australia. Eddie Aikau gets the amber light and we remember legendary big wave surfer Brock little.

This week joining the boys in the studio are Tracksmag editor Luke Kennedy and big wave surfer Mark Mathews to share their thoughts on The Eddie Aikau contest. Mark talks about what happened before he dislocated and broke his shoulder at Jaws as well as what's it like to surf 50ft waves.

This week on #TheCarveUp we talk to North Narrabeen surfer & shaper Brett Warner about Nth Narra's victory in the Australian Boardriders battle. Surf fitness expert Johnny Gannon shares some of his tips on what to do to get "back" into surfing and after a lengthy hiatus Chud Spivens returns...

On our 1st episode for 2016 we talk to Surfing NSW Ethan Smith about the NSW Pro Surf Series and Qualifying Series (QS)plus The National Gromsearch finals and the "Big One" The Australian Boardriders Battle. We also chat to Dylan Longbottom fresh from his teams (Jones Beach)victory in the Sth NSW division of #ABB. We also hear about his experience in Tahiti as a stuntman in the new #PointBreak movie.

In our season finale we look back at the highs and lows of the Billabong Pro. We address our listeners feedback, as well as our memorable moments from 2015. We talk big waves, wavepools, retirements and injuries. We also look at the ABB series in 2016. A jammed packed show in what was a incredible 2015.

On this action packed episode of #TheCarveUp we chat with Tim Maunsell "Live" from the red carpet for the #SurferPoll awards in Hawaii. WQS surfer Perth Standlick joins us in the studio to discuss the new school of 2016. We look back at the amazing surfing that took place at Jaws and comment on the amazing rescue of Evan Geiselman at pipeline...

Join Shooter, Silky, Will Webber & special guest: photographer Bill Morris as they look at the final events of the season in the WQS and WSL mens and womens. Who will survive? who will miss out? With betting partner Ladbrokes offering a Mick Fanning "special bet" its a must for any surf fan.

On this episode we look at all the news out of #RipCurlPro Portugal. We talk to Hurley high performance & Australian juniors coach Clancy Dawson about last weeks Vissla ISA world titles, The Australian Boardriders Battle is back for 2015/16 and Chud Spivens returns from the Indonesian jungle.

On this episode of The Carve Up we celebrate Italy's 1st surfing world champion at the Vissla ISA World juniors. Gun shots in the water... Whats doing at Macaronis?? Recap the Quiky Pro France and talk to Tracks mag cartoonist Johannes Leak.

Tune in to the latest edition of The Carve Up Surf Show. The boys talk about surfing as an olympic sport, The rail game V's airs, Quiksilver Pro France & the return of "The Claim"

Join Shmoo, Shooter, Will Webber & Chud Spivens as they talk all things real in the world of surfing. This episode they wrap up the Hurley Pro at Trestles plus Red Bull Surfings "Unleashed" event at Surfsnowdonia, the worlds 1st ever stadium surf event.

Join Shmoo, Will Webber, Adam Gibson and Chud Spivens as they preview the next stop on the WSL Tour, The Hurley Pro & The Swatch Womens Pro. The boys share their thoughts on the news that iconic surf label Quiksilver is going broke!! Who will win the title, plus Chud Spivens "Live" from T street.

Join Shmoo, Will Webber and special guest, Tracks magazine editor Luke Kennedy as they dissect stop 7 on the WSL tour The Billabong Pro Tahiti. Are banana boards are making a comeback? Luke reports on his latest Mentawai trip with some of Australia's best young surfers and of course the one and only Chud Spivens...

Whoa... The boys have their say on WSL commentary. Judges underscoring again... Who's ripping in Tahiti & who's season is over. The Carve Up is here!!