Into the Jungle with Mayköl Espinoza
For the past 3 years, Thermal has partnered with Mayköl Espinoza as our go-to guide for the Osa Peninsula, in Costa Rica. For those who don’t know, the Osa is home to the 2nd highest biodiversity index in the world, after the Amazon Rainforest. It is also home to
How Did We Find Pablo?
Years before Thermal was born, I made a friendship in Mexico that would go on to change the course of our lives. At the time I was the photographer and creative director for a small-batch mezcal brand, Maguey Melate, and traveled all around the state of Oaxaca to visit farms
Waves of Inspiration
Let’s be real, whether it's in your everyday life or seen on your Instagram feed, there’s a lot of heaviness in the world. Even if you are far from danger, it can be hard to handle and you don’t need to be an expert to
Guide Spotlight: Tereva David, Tahiti.
Out in the vast blue expanse of the South Pacific are the islands of Polynesia, home to a culture that is just as much a part of the ocean as they are to any piece of land. There are over 1,000 islands, spread across an area that is more
What We're Watching, Vol 1: Wade in the Water
One project that has been near and dear to our hearts here at Thermal is the documentary film Wade in the Water: A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture (WITW). The film is a blend of narratives featuring multiple stories that help the viewer get a better sense of
The Surf Trip of a Lifetime in Oaxaca, Mexico
Join Zeke Choi, Shiloh Tennberg, Gabriel Tennberg and John Hook as they scour the Mexican coastline finding perfect waves and a week-long experience to remember.
The Oaxacan Board Bag
Battling that notorious Mexican sun and heat is the name of the game for being prepared for the waves of your life in Oaxaca.
Local Currents with Oaxaca's Hidden Gem, Pablo Narvaez
Go behind the scenes with Mexico's favourite surf guide, Pablo Narvaez from the Surf Spirit of Oaxaca.
