About us
History and mission
The start of Surf-reports traces back to 2017 when our Founder Ryan Blundell launched our sister website (Tideschart.com), driven by a mission to provide vital information to some of the world's most remote and underserved locations. As an avid traveller, Ryan observed a significant gap in the availability of essential marine forecasting in many of the most remote and isolated places on Earth.
4 years later, our mission was extended to Surf-reports.com. From hidden paywalls to the acquisition of our favourite surf websites, only to eventually be merged and shut down (yes we are looking at you Surfline!), we believe that there has never been a more important time to diversify the source of marine forecasting.
Pantai Tapak Kera, Sumatra, Indonesia is just one of the many underserved areas included in the 50,000+ locations we cover worldwide, and is now accessible to speakers of 9 different languages.
Key features and benefits
- Detailed surf forecasting: Access surf forecasts for over 50,000 locations worldwide, spanning a 7-day period.
- Tide forecasts: Plan your session for conditions that are favorable at your local break.
- Advanced Weather Forecasting: Anticipate conditions in advance with our comprehensive 7-day weather forecasting tool.
- Real-Time Updates: Stay informed with live conditions before heading out.
- Seamless Mobile Experience: Access Surf-reports on the go with our progressive web app. Available on both iOS and Android devices.
Corporate and social responsibility
We recognize our responsibility to contribute to; and promote awareness of environmental issues of our oceans through our social media channel. Since 2022 our network has donated over $3,000 to organisations that are important to our visitors including:
- 2024
- Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation, Emergensea Duo, MareBlu Costa Rica, Oregon Coast Aquarium, Sidmouth Plastic Warriors, Surfrider Foundation, The Ocean Cleanup.
- 2023
- Bainbridge Youth Service, BC Marine Trails Network Association, Children's Tumour Foundation of Australia, Clean Ocean Foundation, Friends of Sears Island, Friends of the Lost Coast, Jimmy Fund Cancer Institute, Memorial Sloan Kettering, Mercy Huts, National Coastwatch Teignmouth, NZ Red Cross Cyclone Gabrielle Appeal, Point Isabel Dog Owners Association and Friends, Prince William Sound Stewardship Foundation, Sail Salem, The Ocean Cleanup, West Coast Penguin Trust.
- 2022
- Canada Helps, Lower Breede River Conservancy, National Bank of Ukraine, Pontchartrain Conservancy, Reef Check Foundation, Sussex Wildlife Trust, The Ocean Cleanup.
Contribution to oceanography
Surf-reports combines data from NOAA, GFS, Météo France, UK Met Office, DWD, ICON, SMHI, YR, FMI, FCOO with our proprietary models.
Our network provides forecasts for over 40 million people annually across more than 7.5 million locations worldwide. We have been referenced in numerous books, including The Lonely Planet, over 40 academic papers and more than 25 news platforms such as NPR, Yahoo!, The Telegraph, 20 Minuten, CTV News, and Wales Online.
Work with us
Surf-reports is a small team of oceanographers, meteorologists and developers who are passionate about the ocean. We are currently looking for:
Lead forecaster
- B.S. or higher in meteorology/related field.
- Experience in ocean wave modelling, meteorological and oceanographic research.
- Passion for the ocean and surfing.
Surf content creator
- Eats sleeps and breathes surfing.
- Up to date with industry trends, news and events.
- Strong time management skills and urgency for deadlines.
Interested in working with us? Contact us here.
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