Music – Barney Cools

Globetrotting ~ Norfolk Island with Jack

Oct 10th – 2016

It was nicknamed ‘Hell in the Pacific’ in the 1700’s by troublemakers who found themselves caught up in the penal system, we can assure you that these days this couldn’t be further from the truth. Norfolk Island is a spec of land, 1600km Northeast of Sydney, popping out of the Pacific Ocean somewhere between New Zealand and New Caledonia.

Pine trees, rugged cliffs, pristine water, coral reefs and uncrowded waves – doesn’t sound like ‘hell’ to me. Pricey flights keep the crowds to a minimum, razor sharp reefs form barrels without a droplet out of place and strong southerly swells give chargers some swell worth chasing. It’s a surfing destination that should definitely be on your radar.

Longboarding aficionado Jack Entwistle recently hopped over to Norfolk for a week of exploring between WSL events. Although the swell he and mate, Nic Jones, were after came up a little short, they managed to track down a few fun ones nonetheless.

In need of a photographer and with family on the island, Jack had the inside word that local Zach Sanders would be the best camera wielding sidekick anyone could hope for. After all, a story is just a tale unless there’s proof!

Check out the video and start planning your trip to Norfolk Island, it’ll be worth it even if it’s just to unwind in green pastures.

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Imagery thanks to – Zach Sanders

Video thanks to – Eye in the Sky