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I've been processing ski porn for the last month without being able to ski. My coping method? Surfing. Now that the waves are flat for the rest of the summer (or so it feels, FML) I've got nothing better to do than watch the Fiji Pro and excessive amounts of surf porn while I wait for the next hurricane. Or winter to come. Either works.

So let's talk surfing!
-What's in your quiver?
-Favorite surf video/segment/movie?
-Where do you surf?
-Wetsuit Gabber
-Favorite Person to watch surf?
-Favorite surf photographer or videographer?
-What are you about - XXL Waves, getting wicked barreled, busting out massive airs and turns, or hanging ten on your longboard?

Here's some x-rated surf content
https://www.newschoolers.com/videos/watch/773593/STRANGE-RUMBLINGS--THE-ICELAND-PART-
https://www.newschoolers.com/videos/watch/773594/SKELETON-BAY-SANDPIT
https://www.newschoolers.com/videos/watch/773595/Arctic-Swell---Surfing-the-Ends-of-the-Earth


Jun 17 2015 11:56AM
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ascent_studios
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So stoked to have my first big overnight surf trip in a couple weekends! Going down to a friends house in RI. Gonna surf each day and party each night! Gonna be so much fun
Mar 22 2017 5:26PM
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DrZoidberg
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So anybody else sitting here and hitting refresh on the WSL page? Waiting to see Kely, Mick and Leo in huge North Point or whatever it's called. Says march 28 5:30pm mountain time so they're late.
Mar 28 2017 7:40PM
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gapersarefriends
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Main break at margies looks awful. Fucking snoozefest
Apr 3 2017 9:12PM
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DrZoidberg
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gapersarefriendsMain break at margies looks awful. Fucking snoozefest


Yeah I'm hoping for the box. Main break is like a huge mush mountain of foam.

In other news I'm so ready for not 5mm weather. Gonna try wearing my 4mm wednesday I hope.
Apr 3 2017 10:21PM
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AidanCski
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I'm looking to get into surfing this summer and need some recommendations. I'm technically a beginner, however I feel like I will pick it up pretty fast so I think a board that suits maybe an intermediate would be best. I'm 5'10, 135 lbs. I definitely want something that's turny and playful. I would be surfing on the east coast only, so waves probably wouldn't ever be bigger than head height. Also do you guys have any new England surf spot recommendations? I'll be down at the Cape a lot and would love to be able to surf down there. Safety is the number one priority for me tho.
Apr 4 2017 10:00AM
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gapersarefriends
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AidanCskiI'm looking to get into surfing this summer and need some recommendations. I'm technically a beginner, however I feel like I will pick it up pretty fast so I think a board that suits maybe an intermediate would be best. I'm 5'10, 135 lbs. I definitely want something that's turny and playful. I would be surfing on the east coast only, so waves probably wouldn't ever be bigger than head height. Also do you guys have any new England surf spot recommendations? I'll be down at the Cape a lot and would love to be able to surf down there. Safety is the number one priority for me tho.


Get a wavestorm. Seriously most fun you will ever have on a board
Apr 4 2017 7:07PM
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AidanCski
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gapersarefriendsGet a wavestorm. Seriously most fun you will ever have on a board


The swallow tail or the long board? Would it be durable? 100 bucks seems pretty cheap.
Apr 5 2017 10:17AM
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Trabek
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I picked up a Super Fling to learn on and I've enjoyed it for the past year or so. I still suck balls at it, hurt my rotator cuff back in october and can't really paddle still. All my friends that are good keep dogging me to let them use/buy it off me.

I'm 5'10 150lbs and the board is 5'8", 20 1/2" wide, 2 3/4" thick, and 35 liters volume
Apr 5 2017 10:26AM
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AidanCski
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TrabekI picked up a Super Fling to learn on and I've enjoyed it for the past year or so. I still suck balls at it, hurt my rotator cuff back in october and can't really paddle still. All my friends that are good keep dogging me to let them use/buy it off me.

I'm 5'10 150lbs and the board is 5'8", 20 1/2" wide, 2 3/4" thick, and 35 liters volume


Those look sick! $750 is a bit pricey for me tho. Know of anywhere I could get it used or just cheaper? My budget is at or below $500.
Apr 5 2017 11:43AM
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gapersarefriends
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AidanCskiThe swallow tail or the long board? Would it be durable? 100 bucks seems pretty cheap.


Holy fuck if you found a short board thats a holy grail.

But boys and i have always stayed true to the good ol 8 ft storm. When we surf shorebreak or waves are bad, rip around on em. Things will not break. And you can snap it in half and exchange it at costco no questions asked.

I just saw your budget was around 500. Get a wavestorm, get your feet under you and then spend the remaining 400 or whatever on a used board after you learn.
Apr 5 2017 12:03PM
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Trabek
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AidanCskiThose look sick! $750 is a bit pricey for me tho. Know of anywhere I could get it used or just cheaper? My budget is at or below $500.


I love it, but definitely not cheap. Craigslist maybe, facebook groups, not totally sure. The shops here kill you with their prices, at least it came with 5 nice futures.
Apr 5 2017 12:13PM
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Trabek
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gapersarefriendsHoly fuck if you found a short board thats a holy grail.

But boys and i have always stayed true to the good ol 8 ft storm. When we surf shorebreak or waves are bad, rip around on em. Things will not break. And you can snap it in half and exchange it at costco no questions asked.

I just saw your budget was around 500. Get a wavestorm, get your feet under you and then spend the remaining 400 or whatever on a used board after you learn.


I agree with him. Buying an expensive/short board to learn on isn't great... Better to get a cheapo and save up for something decent new or used to step up to when you get the hang of it.
Apr 5 2017 12:16PM
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AidanCski
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gapersarefriendsHoly fuck if you found a short board thats a holy grail.

But boys and i have always stayed true to the good ol 8 ft storm. When we surf shorebreak or waves are bad, rip around on em. Things will not break. And you can snap it in half and exchange it at costco no questions asked.

I just saw your budget was around 500. Get a wavestorm, get your feet under you and then spend the remaining 400 or whatever on a used board after you learn.


TrabekI agree with him. Buying an expensive/short board to learn on isn't great... Better to get a cheapo and save up for something decent new or used to step up to when you get the hang of it.


What are your opinions on fish boards? I've heard they are a good in between of long and short boards. Easier to catch waves and paddle, but also more maneuverable/versatile than a long board.
Apr 5 2017 3:58PM
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Trabek
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AidanCskiWhat are your opinions on fish boards? I've heard they are a good in between of long and short boards. Easier to catch waves and paddle, but also more maneuverable/versatile than a long board.


They are pretty widely liked, never had one myself. I hear they are pretty stable and keep speed on smaller weaker waves, can be tons of fun. Long boards are easy to catch small waves and paddle and also stable but lack the mobility. Short boards are definitely the least stable with a tough learning curve, yet are probably the quickest and easy to maneuver. But, I've only been surfing for like 2 years so I don't really know jack.
Apr 5 2017 4:08PM
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AidanCski
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TrabekThey are pretty widely liked, never had one myself. I hear they are pretty stable and keep speed on smaller weaker waves, can be tons of fun. Long boards are easy to catch small waves and paddle and also stable but lack the mobility. Short boards are definitely the least stable with a tough learning curve, yet are probably the quickest and easy to maneuver. But, I've only been surfing for like 2 years so I don't really know jack.


Yeah, I've heard good things so that's why I asked. I'm gonna be on the west coast a bit this summer, and probably surf a few days. I think I'll just rent a long board 1 day and then a hybrid/fish the next day, and see which one I'm most comfortable on, and hopefully surf it for the rest of the summer.
Apr 5 2017 4:21PM
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Trabek
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AidanCskiYeah, I've heard good things so that's why I asked. I'm gonna be on the west coast a bit this summer, and probably surf a few days. I think I'll just rent a long board 1 day and then a hybrid/fish the next day, and see which one I'm most comfortable on, and hopefully surf it for the rest of the summer.


That's definitely a good idea. Have fun out there, bring a wet suit hahah.
Apr 5 2017 5:08PM
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gapersarefriends
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AidanCskiWhat are your opinions on fish boards? I've heard they are a good in between of long and short boards. Easier to catch waves and paddle, but also more maneuverable/versatile than a long board.


Fishes are fun. Drivey fast n stable. You honestly won't have too much fun shortboarding off the bat. I ride a classic style single fin log almost every day, not like a 2+1 high performance board. It's so damn fun to cross step and nose ride, do hacks and surf bigger waves on it too
Apr 5 2017 7:15PM
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AidanCskiWhat are your opinions on fish boards? I've heard they are a good in between of long and short boards. Easier to catch waves and paddle, but also more maneuverable/versatile than a long board.


Fish is a really broad term now. Most people don't mean a twin keel retro fish, but a shorter, fatter, sort of shortboard-y but not quite high performance shortboard type of craft. Either way they're wider, flatter and quite useful. I'm a big fan of boards like the firewire baked potato, lost puddle jumper and stuff like that. They can be ridden quite short but remain useful as long as the rider knows how to catch waves. Longboards are super fun too... Basically, surfing is super fun regardless. Just get on something and get waves.

I went yesterday and got sent over the falls so bad like three times in a row. My break has developed this vicious section at low tide where the wave grows like crazy and gets super steep.
Apr 6 2017 10:19PM
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gapersarefriends
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Fucking two more weeks till im back in the water
Apr 23 2017 8:04PM
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DrZoidberg
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Went today. Getting closer to not antarctic conditions here. Also tried my board that normally runs a twin and trailer setup as a regular thruster. Interesting for sure. Definitely worth a few more tries.
Apr 23 2017 8:10PM
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Doooo it brahhh.
Apr 23 2017 8:20PM
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Trabek
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Havent been able to surf since october :'( fucked up shoulder is just not getting better fast enough
May 1 2017 12:15PM
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disappointmett
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:)
May 1 2017 2:34PM
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Jcamotts
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If you live on the Jersey Shore, the next two days look like a lot of fun. Hope it shapes up to be a good little swell.
May 1 2017 5:14PM
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DrZoidberg
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JcamottsIf you live on the Jersey Shore, the next two days look like a lot of fun. Hope it shapes up to be a good little swell.


I get off work at four tomorrow. Hoping the winds don't straight up blow it out.

I had a shit ton of fun last saturday too. Super warm, just me and another dude sharing waves. I wasn't gonna go because that crazy thunderstorm but I woke up early and went. My spot is actually quite good at high tide, or at least it was for those two hours or so.
May 1 2017 10:24PM
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gapersarefriends
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Nervous Laughter was a sick movie, see it if you haven't
May 1 2017 11:28PM
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kstanz
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Anyone want to go camping in Tofino with me? Haha. Think I'm gonna head to watch the Rip Curl Pro next week. Haven't been surfing in too long
May 2 2017 2:25AM
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Trabek
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JcamottsIf you live on the Jersey Shore, the next two days look like a lot of fun. Hope it shapes up to be a good little swell.


DrZoidbergI get off work at four tomorrow. Hoping the winds don't straight up blow it out.

I had a shit ton of fun last saturday too. Super warm, just me and another dude sharing waves. I wasn't gonna go because that crazy thunderstorm but I woke up early and went. My spot is actually quite good at high tide, or at least it was for those two hours or so.


Hell yeah, I'll have to get out and shoot. Where in Jersey? I live down here in Holgate, LBI
May 2 2017 8:55AM
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Jcamotts
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DrZoidbergI get off work at four tomorrow. Hoping the winds don't straight up blow it out.

I had a shit ton of fun last saturday too. Super warm, just me and another dude sharing waves. I wasn't gonna go because that crazy thunderstorm but I woke up early and went. My spot is actually quite good at high tide, or at least it was for those two hours or so.


TrabekHell yeah, I'll have to get out and shoot. Where in Jersey? I live down here in Holgate, LBI


Today was incredible! Surfed in Bayhead NJ and it was so sick, sand was really shallow which made it ridiculously heavy. Caught some of the best barrels I've had in a while.
May 2 2017 9:29PM
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Trabek
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JcamottsToday was incredible! Surfed in Bayhead NJ and it was so sick, sand was really shallow which made it ridiculously heavy. Caught some of the best barrels I've had in a while.


Wasn't anything special in Beach Haven or Holgate. Few nice peelers, but for the most part they weren't closing out nicely. This morning it was extremely clean at Holyoke, but the waves looked pretty small. Hopefully this weekend brings the goods. If any of you guys are ever in the LBI area and want a photog definitely pm me. I'm always up to shoot, meet new people, and hang loose.
May 3 2017 9:37AM
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Jcamotts
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Nice, I'm a photographer too. Surfed at Holyoke once and it was tons of fun.
May 3 2017 3:17PM
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Trabek
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JcamottsNice, I'm a photographer too. Surfed at Holyoke once and it was tons of fun.


I'd be out there too if I didn't have a bum shoulder hahah.
Holyoke during Stella was absolutely unreal, sat there for an hour just to watch. I missed the Surfline guys up in Cedars, didn't realize they were there until they left.
May 3 2017 3:45PM
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JcamottsToday was incredible! Surfed in Bayhead NJ and it was so sick, sand was really shallow which made it ridiculously heavy. Caught some of the best barrels I've had in a while.


TrabekWasn't anything special in Beach Haven or Holgate. Few nice peelers, but for the most part they weren't closing out nicely. This morning it was extremely clean at Holyoke, but the waves looked pretty small. Hopefully this weekend brings the goods. If any of you guys are ever in the LBI area and want a photog definitely pm me. I'm always up to shoot, meet new people, and hang loose.


I surf Bradley. It was so good. Strong offshores held the waves open. I basically got called into a great one by everybody because it came right to me and after a few pumps threw down a hard backside hack. It felt great. I pushed so hard, stalled in the lip then got both my hands in the water to recover, then dropped back down and kept going. The winds nearly shut off at 6:30 and it got kinda glassy. Only issue was the current. I swear I paddled south for 2 hours straight barely held my position.

Not any good barrels though, even as the tide dropped. I tried to squeeze into a left barrel but it wasn't happening. I'm a small dude too so if I didn't fit nobody would.
May 3 2017 10:19PM
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Just saw Under an Arctic Sky by Chris Burkard at one of his premieres. Such a rad movie. Definitely worth it to watch if you get a chance. Also met him super nice guy.
May 5 2017 12:44AM
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DrZoidberg
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Tomorrow, anybody? East coast? Surfline's thing says very good. I don't think it'll be head high, but consistent shoulder or chest would be great.
May 25 2017 10:08PM
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Jcamotts
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DrZoidbergTomorrow, anybody? East coast? Surfline's thing says very good. I don't think it'll be head high, but consistent shoulder or chest would be great.


It ended up being incredible at Bay head, over 50 guys out. I surfed for 7 hours
May 28 2017 12:18PM
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Just got back from a two week surf trip in the Mentawai Islands. Fucking incredible. Just a few pictures. Didn't get an massive swell but still good to surf constant 2-5 foot perfect waves. :)


Jul 17 2017 10:51PM
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DrZoidberg
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S.J.WJust got back from a two week surf trip in the Mentawai Islands. Fucking incredible. Just a few pictures. Didn't get an massive swell but still good to surf constant 2-5 foot perfect waves. :)

Jeebus... So good. Meanwhile I've been watching J bay, which looked fantastic on that first day, then going to grovel for max waist high windchop. Kelly Slater broke his foot or something too.

I'm thinking of shaping another board. It'd basically be the final evolution of my small wave stubby thing. After several years of riding two different versions of it, I think I know what it needs. I also rode a quad the other day that I actually liked, so I want to put 5 boxes in this time and try that out.
Jul 17 2017 11:03PM
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itzki
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I'm about to buy a catch surf beater when I get home from vacation, my friend recently got one and they look like so much fun I'm so hyped
Aug 10 2017 8:30AM
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Trabek
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Swell from yesterday morning in LBI, NJ.
Hopefully more tropical storms to come before I move out to Breck in October.






Aug 17 2017 11:24AM
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DrZoidberg
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How early was all that? It was quite large here in central Nj, so I heard. I was at work but I got out late. Few head high sets then it quickly got smaller, chest high max.
Aug 17 2017 6:34PM
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TrabekSwell from yesterday morning in LBI, NJ.
Hopefully more tropical storms to come before I move out to Breck in October.


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Aug 17 2017 7:55PM
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Trabek
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DrZoidbergHow early was all that? It was quite large here in central Nj, so I heard. I was at work but I got out late. Few head high sets then it quickly got smaller, chest high max.


Was at 6 to 8am on Weds in Surf City. Apparently the evening and night before were even better.
Aug 18 2017 8:23AM
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A post shared by Tim Torchia (@timmytorchia) on Oct 30, 2017 at 3:50pm PDT


https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba47j01gsxe/

I don't know if the embed will work but it was quite large today... And I watched the cams from work all day. Too bad it gets dark too early to make the after work sesh worth the effort.

And I forgot we can edit so let's keep trying...

**This post was edited on Oct 30th 2017 at 7:49:18pm
Oct 30 2017 7:48PM
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gapersarefriends
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Don't know if any of you guys are into logging at all but check out the #1WV1FN on instagram. Instagram contest thing going on right now, so many people ripping. This is my buddy from high school's entry, lets see if insta embed works for me https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba2o6FvFZSD/?taken-by=kyle_rperez

**This post was edited on Oct 30th 2017 at 8:05:36pm
Oct 30 2017 8:04PM
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gapersarefriends
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gapersarefriendsDon't know if any of you guys are into logging at all but check out the #1WV1FN on instagram. Instagram contest thing going on right now, so many people ripping. This is my buddy from high school's entry, lets see if insta embed works for me https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba2o6FvFZSD/?taken-by=kyle_rperez

**This post was edited on Oct 30th 2017 at 8:05:36pm

HELP
Oct 30 2017 8:06PM
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DrZoidberg
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https://www.instagram.com/p/Ba2o6FvFZSD/?taken-by=kyle_rperez

There you go, I think? Just copy the url in the bar at the top and put it in the fancy editor embed thing.

**This post was edited on Oct 30th 2017 at 9:09:20pm
Oct 30 2017 9:08PM
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gapersarefriends
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DrZoidberghttps://www.instagram.com/p/Ba2o6FvFZSD/?taken-by=kyle_rperez


Thanks boss
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