Surftime Magazine

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Canggu, Bali, Stokehouse unveils its latest treasure trove for surf enthusiasts: a dynamic retail space housing three major brands - Vissla, Amuse Society, and Sisstrevolution. This exciting addition to the Canggu scene not only promises an unparalleled shopping experience but also serves as a hub for the surfing community, embodying the essence of the island’s laid-back surf culture. At the heart of Stokehouse’s new shop lies a dedication to curating the finest in surf apparel, accessories, and equipment. Vissla, renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to sustainability, offers a range of stylish and functional surfwear tailored for the modern wave rider. Meanwhile, Amuse Society brings a touch of bohemian flair, with its eclectic collection of beach-chic attire that effortlessly transitions from sand to street. And Sisstrevolution, with its bold and empowering designs, caters to the adventurous spirit of female surfers worldwide. Ste...

Opened 7 July 2023, Electric Eel is a new beachside bistro with an irresistibly homey vintage vibe overlooking the surf at Echo Beach in Canggu, Bali. For Electric Eel, the latest venue by Bali hospitality favourites Tai “Buddha” Graham and Adam McAsey, finding the right way to reference the past was key. The design takes a nuanced approach, highlighting custom marble tables, amber corduroy couches, wood panelling, travertine stone touches, black and white stone chequered floor, artwork by Jakey Pedro, and an abundance of plants (including a hanging plant wall) for a subtle retro vibe. “People are looking for something laid back, but polished and are finding it in pleasures from a simpler time, a golden age. We wanted to create a portal to the past, layering authentic references and furniture” - says Graham. Spread out over two floors, this 80 seat restaurant features a downstairs chefs counter plus dining room, and an upstairs coastal lounge with bar and terrace that is a true dep...

Opening in late 2018 Indosole’s flagship store in Echo Beach has enjoyed some great community gatherings and has been so much fun that we wanted to expand our reach and ability to help affect positive change and continue to provide alternative solutions to waste issues globally. We want to do this by providing the ability to live a fun and beautiful life. So we believe there is no better spot for our second store than near one of the most iconic waves in the world—Uluwatu. Then, in following the Taksu philosophy and the balance of Yin and Yang, we felt Ubud was the best lokasi for our 3rd store in Bali. We found a perfect little spot on the beautiful walking street of Jl Goutama in Ubud. We hope to see you there with a huge smile on your face and we will be smiling right back at you, ready to help you find a great pair of sandals. We think you will love them. Plus, they are going to last you a long time. To date we have recycled over 100,000 used tires, so please help us to push on ...

Vissla is a brand that represents creative freedom, a forward-thinking philosophy, and a generation of creators and innovators. We embrace the modern do-it-yourself attitude within surf culture, performance surfing, and craftsmanship. We constantly strive to minimize our environmental impact and protect the oceans and waves that raised us. This is a surf-everything and ride-anything mentality.We are creators and innovators. Come see us at our new shop in Seminyak on Jl. Kayu Aya No 88X Seminyak. A new, open space designed to allow you to match your fashion with your free thinking. Vissla will always find its heart in the Ocean and we know you do too. So drop by and create and innovate with us. Because we are all our own future.

The Lawn Canggu is the must visit Beach Club in Bali. Located right in the heart of Desa Canggu, Batu Bolong on the beachfront. We welcome locals and visitors alike 7 days a week from midday until late. The Lawn Canggu has evolved since it’s inception in 2015, starting with combi van and large piece of grass beachside where people could relax all day, especially for the classic Balinese sunsets. Over the years, The Lawn Canggu has evolved into the number 1 beach. club in terms of service, delicious food and high quality cocktails to enjoy by the pool whilst maintaining it’s laid back vibes. Over the years, The Lawn Canggu has been a showcase venue countless international and local artists, bands and dj’s with the well known Lawn Fridays and Sundays being an essential part of the nightlife scene.

A definite power source on the Bukit, The White Monkey Surf Shop operates with old school values and new school performance. “It’s all about the boards”, says Owner/ Provocateur Pete Matthews, “Surfing is nothing without planting your feet on the best high performance surfboards in the world. You know it and I know it, a magic board can change your life”. With a full array of the latest LOST/MAYHEM and DHD models and the finest modern equipment and gear to go along with them, the White Monkey is the place to be for the surfer serious about cutting edge performance. Says White Monkey devotee Mason Ho, “Come in here and you will feel the vibrations of a surf stoke so strong it’ll make your teeth rattle”.

Drifter is a place to chill out and peruse the carefully curated collection of books, artwork, memorabilia and, of course, an epic selection of surfboards. But Drifter is so much more than a surf shop — it’s an experience. Drifter represents and houses the independent works of people who are redefining a generation. By honouring the legends of the past who’ve laid the foundations of surf culture while inspiring us to create a new movement, we’ve built a temple of surfing unlike any other.

This year The Halfway Boardriders Challenge 2019 was held within the Annual Kuta Beach Festival and what an event they both were. Not only a surf contest, the festival included live music, local clothing stalls, local food warungs, skateboard demo’s and even a traditional Baleganjur. With all the action going late into the night after the fantastic surfing. The Halfway Boardriders challenge presented by Vissla was a wildly competitive event with surfers from all over Indonesia. Not only all the local boardriders clubs but surfers from Nias, Java and Sumbawa too. A real gathering of talent for local creators and innovators, promoting beach awareness and environmentalism. The event even had a turtle mascot to represent the weekly turtle releases. All in all a big event with the Halfway challenge presented by Vissla. For More contact Rahtu at 08123776606.

This year The Halfway Boardriders Challenge 2019 was held within the Annual Kuta Beach Festival and what an event they both were. Not only a surf contest, the festival included live music, local clothing stalls, local food warungs, skateboard demo’s and even a traditional Baleganjur. With all the action going late into the night after the fantastic surfing. The Halfway Boardriders challenge presented by Vissla was a wildly competitive event with surfers from all over Indonesia. Not only all the local boardriders clubs but surfers from Nias, Java and Sumbawa too. A real gathering of talent for local creators and innovators, promoting beach awareness and environmentalism. The event even had a turtle mascot to represent the weekly turtle releases. All in all a big event with the Halfway challenge presented by Vissla. For More contact Rahtu at 08123776606.

Starting in 2018, the proof of success is that Perfect 10 has already grown to four different stores. Located in Sanur, Kuta, Uluwatu and Manado, this groovy concept store is focused on surfing and the beach lifestyle. And how could they not be with leadership brands like Billabong, Vissla, Havaianas, Amuse Society, 69 slam, FCS and more. And what’s really new on the scene is their all women’s store at Uluwatu called “HER. By perfect 10”. Their October opening was a smash and the place has been packed ever since. And that right there is a great description of these perfect 10 stores. Because they are packed with all the quality products you need for a perfect 10 day at the beach. Get there. Find out more at +815 5800 5389

Volcom has skated into the Berawa scene by opening a new two story store. Located on the main Berawa strip this is Volcom’s sixth concept store on the island and it’s a beauty. The store offers boardshorts, casualwear, accessories, and a whole second floor dedicated to Women’s fashion. The store’s modern industrial look shows off Volcom’s artistic side with carefully hand-designed art displayed around the store embracing Balinese culture, styles and iconography. These designs are also reflected onto the brand’s best-selling Bali Inspired tees collection; an exclusive collection that is only available in Bali. Get there! Volcom Berawa: Jalan Pantai Berawa No. 101 A, (62) 0877 6557 1797, Store hours: Monday through Sunday 09:00 – 22:00.

This restaurant and bar is exactly what you Legian needed. The conversion of a dodgy corner bar into a stylish, two-level tapas and cocktail destination. The place is a work of genius, exactly the injection of casual sophistication that locals and travelers have been crying out for. Surrounded by plantation shutters, brilliant in blue and white, with warm lighting and a Cuba-meets-Mexico menu of delicious tapas and main courses, Sinaloa is the kind of place where you come early and leave late. Brought to you by the team behind On The Juice, the lively pop up bar on Padma Beach, Sinaloa welcomes you with a stunning blue cocktail bar and scattered tables before leading you upstairs where the menu focuses on small plates and big flavours. Do yourself a favor and get something from the Margarita Menu. They are the best in Bali, authentic and inspired. “Basically” says co-owner Sam, “we have created a venue that we would want to hang out at in Legian instead of having to travel to Seminyak...

Tipi Jabrik’s Grom Patrol Training Camp and Comp Series ended with an amazing display of high performance surfing. It was the proper way to end the youth-focused surf series that is meant to cultivate the next generation of Indonesia’s pro surfing legacy and showcase the talent pool that is growing every year. There were 7 divisions of competition on Sunday, with over 70 kids competing from countries including Australia, Brazil, Italy, Japan, France, USA, England, New Zealand in ages from 6 years old through 17 years old. With the first Grom Patrol series done, Tipi Jabrik replied, “This has been really fun, and I want to thank all the sponsors that helped us to make this happen, along with the kids and their parents and especially the boardriders clubs…without them this would never happen. Now with the boardriders clubs like Halfways and Padma Boys, it’s way easier to make events as they understand the importance of having junior events and motivate our next generation of surfe...

With some of Bali’s most renowned surfing and diving spots just moments away, an award winning surf guiding team and tropical gardens encompassing the resort, S-Resorts Hidden Valley Bali is the perfect choice for discerning surfers. Peace, tranquility and perfect waves reign here. This tropical Oasis features a range of villas surrounded by beautifully landscaped tropical gardens, offering four pools, full service spa, guided yoga, delectable dining options, and a huge new surf-centric gym and training barn. Professionally equipped, this training facility is open to the fragrant tradewinds and sports a beautiful valley view. With sustainability at the resort’s core, you can relax body and soul as you enjoy a green surf getaway that offers the best surf guiding on the island. Trained local surfers sure to get you into perfection. And few resorts are as thoughtfully designed for families as Hidden Valley, ensuring kids too can have the adventure of a lifetime. Here, away from the bust...

Billed as a “remedy to corporate surf brands”, Vissla has been quietly growing in leaps and bounds in Bali. Popular from the start with their ultra cool, alternative products they have now created a new groovy concept surf shop within walking distance of Padang Padang. On offer are the Vissla core surf line lead by their Upcycle coconut boardshorts that have to be seen to be believed. An eco-concept that every ocean lover can dig. For the ladies there is the latest fashions from Amuse Society, a little known brand with a big reputation for quality and style. And Vissla’s girl’s core surfing wear is perfectly named as Sister Evolution. You will also find cutting edge surfboards and all the accessories you need for the core surfing lifestyle like Reef sandals and Le Specs shades. The whole thing is set up as a real surf shop. From its wooden floor to its soft tack lighting, a great place to get your surf on has landed in the Bukit. Don’t miss it. Vissla: Jl. Labuan Sait Pecatu ( Bes...

First developed for Travis Potter for traveling throughout Indonesia seeking perfect empty barrels, Luke Studer’s new mind machine features a Lopez inspired outline with plenty of forward volume feeding into a spiral vee and a 2+1 fin setup. This is a board that can be depended upon to push the limit of adventure barrels. Traveling to extremely remote tubes demands a refined, realistic quiver and these new barrel dependable designs are just the ticket. Still, the bottom contours allow that big roundhouse cutback when you blast out of the tube and still give you that control, confidence and propulsion you need from late take-off to rocketing kick out over the shoulder. They are dynamite paddlers too. Mikala Jones’s feedback has refined the design for riding super deep while still maintaining control. A master of riding some of the most remote foam balls in Indonesia, Mikala has suggested the influences of Tri-Plane hulls, asymmetrical tails for specific right or left tubes and all m...

Just like the ski slopes has their ski lodges, so does White Monkey surf shop at Padang Padang have its after surf Cafe and Bar. Located in the shade of the backyard venue of the shop, the Thruster Club is one of Bali’s most popular places to relax after a great session, or to just catch up with friends… and certainly meet new ones. Early morning Coffees, Bullet Coffees, Fresh Juices and Kombucha for those pre-surf sessions and afternoon into evening Cocktails, Beers, Wine and healthy food. There is also a Nalu Bowl Cafe located in our backyard venue serving delicious Acai and Fruit bowls. The perfect surf food for high energy sessions. There is always something happening in our backyard. Movie premieres, Surf Parties, product launches, live music, surf star autograph signings and more. Our Friday nights are packed with all our global visitors. It is Ladies Night after all, with half off specials for all the girls. We also throw dynamite private parties. Just ask if you are interest...

The UlU Cliff House is the cliff-top oasis that is redefining the Bukit Bali beach club scene. Opening its doors to international acclaim at the end of 2017, Conde Nast Traveller called it “The Coolest Beachclub” and one of the “World’s Most Beautiful Restaurants.” The 45,000 sq ft beach club’s design embraces the raw and natural beauty of its breathtaking location on the cliffs of Uluwatu and includes a pool, restaurant, and an Ocean deck bar built on the rocks below with direct access to the surf. Since opening, Ulu Cliffhouse has thrown some of the best parties on the island, with a number of the world’s greatest DJ’s including Grammy-award-winning Nic Fanciulli, Guy Gerber, Hot Since 82, Fatboy Slim and Carl Cox & Eric Powell’s Mobile Disco. So grab your board and grab your dancing shoes and join the cliffside party for the ride of your life.

It’s just one of those places that make you smile. It’s close enough to the surf to walk in with your hair wet, but just classy enough to be a step up from just another fried food beer bar. The whole place, from the fresh food to the gathering tables, to the open kitchen to the backyard grassy knoll, is all set up for one thing. Good vibrations. But not the hippie type like so many others in the neighborhood. Fishbone local is about lively times at both lunch and dinner for the semi-adult in all of us. Perfect for everything from post surf chow downs to lunch meetings to romantic table-for-two dining. Here is a place where fun, romance and even a little business can co-exist in a creative, healthy environment. And the food and drinks? Dashing yet affordable. Start with a smoked cinnamon crusted Mojito, hit the black vinegar lobster dumplings starter, go for the Prawn spaghetti and finish with the Deep fried snickers. It’s all sustainable. Fishbone works with the fisherman of Singaraj...

Stokehouse is a new kind of concept store that has chosen to feature the forward thinking designs of both Vissla & Amuse Society. Located in Sanur, Stokehouse recognizes Sanur as one of the top destinations for global and local surfers. And also the five star hotel set. Vissla Upcycled coconut boardshorts are definitely top of the list and high end Ladies beach wear from Amuse Society makes any holiday even better on this beautiful island. Proud to represent the region with the highest quality surf products, Stokehouse is the place to go. Jalan Danau Tamblingan 91 A Sanur, Denpasar, Bali.