Member Benefits
A membership to The Surfer’s Journal is a two-way commitment. By joining, you show your commitment to reader-supported surf journalism that doesn’t answer to advertisers or algorithms. In turn, we commit to producing the best print experience in the world, supported by films, events, and digital offerings that go well beyond the magazine.
Print Delivery
Receive independent surf storytelling in the physical form six times yearly.
We 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.
Private film screenings
Watch the latest member-exclusive film screenings.
Recent installations include Glass Love, Andrew Kidman’s 2004 film about surfing’s multi-generational joy, Return to the Bering, Ben Weiland’s cold water adventure documentary, and White Cap, Corban Campbell’s new film that captures hectic, sublime, and sometimes hilarious open ocean pursuits.
Soundings
Priority access to new episodes of TSJ’s podcast series.
Hosted by Jamie Brisick, who has contributed to TSJ since its first volume, Soundings offers in-depth conversations with the most compelling people in surfing. For a taste, dive into past episodes of Soundings.
The archives
Instant access to the complete TSJ print archive in digital format.
Members can search, save, and read the entire TSJ print archive, which has been completely reformatted for digital screens, going back to Vol. 1 No. 1. Browse by issue, author, topic, or through editorial collections that provide a fresh perspective on 35 years of independent publishing.
Member discounts
Up to 25% member-only discount in the TSJ Company store.
We offer a selection of high-quality gear and apparel, a thoughtful curation of titles by the contributors who fill our pages, and collection of gallery prints by the best shooters in the game.