The LAGO Podcast

Still with no camera bag or podcast equipment, we sat down in our beautiful air conditioned room at Lapoint's Los Clavos surf camp to talk through what we've been up to and preview the upcoming US open.
To learn more about Lapoint's Nicaragua camp, check out their website:
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P.S - Audio will be back to normal in our next pod when we arrive at Costa Rica for the second leg of our trip.

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1AM. Delayed bags. Customs chaos. Zero sleep. Still hit record.

After a long 40 hours of travel dramas and minimal sleep, we set up the mics and recorded anyway. Why? Because we promised we’d never miss an episode, and we’re sticking to it.
This week, we unpack the full travel saga heading to Nicaragua and Costa Rica. From getting stuck in customs, waiting on bags that never arrived and somehow dodging $1500 in excess baggage fees by using our LAGO charm.
We also break down all the action from the WSL Challenger Series in Ballito, covering the standout performances, biggest upsets, and the heats that had us yelling at the tele!!
It’s tired, it’s unfiltered, and it’s exactly what LAGO is all about—bringing you along for the ride, no matter where in the world we are.

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This week’s episode is presented by FCS and their latest MAYHEM Driver & Pivot fins.
First up, we give you a sneak peek at our FCS x Mayhem Fin Review, dropping LIVE on YouTube July 21st. No spoilers... but let's just say we scored some seriously fun waves to put the fins through their paces.
We also unpack one of the biggest stories in surfing right now: the World Surf League's new partnership with THE TEAM. On paper, it has the potential to be a game-changing move for professional surfing, but we also discuss whether past controversies involving former THE TEAM leadership could create unwanted headlines for the partnership.
We dive into Stab's Surf 100, discussing the rankings, the surfers who made the list, and who might have been overlooked.
Plus, we wrap things up with a quick look at the Ballito Challenger Series in South Africa, highlighting the standout performances and what aussie lads are looking spicy…
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The Challenger Series is HERE! 🌏🏄🇦🇺An electric class of Australian QS graduates is set to take centre stage as the Challenger Series kicks off in Ballito, South Africa. For these surfers, it's the final step on the road to the Championship Tour.In this episode of The LAGO Podcast, we break down every Australian competing this season - how they qualified, their strengths and the story behind their journey.Whether you're a die-hard surf fan or looking for someone to follow throughout the Challenger Series, this is your ultimate guide to Australia's next generation of surfing talent.If you were looking for a new set of Childe sunglasses, make sure to use our link to secure a 15% discount on all styles: https://childe.co/LAGO👇 Let us know in the comments:Who finishes highest? Who qualifies for the CT? Who's your dark horse?🎙️ Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow LAGO on Instagram, TikTok & Facebook for daily surf content.🔔 Subscribe for weekly surf podcasts, Challenger Series coverage, WSL analysis, athlete interviews and everything happening in the world of surfing.#Surfing #WSL #ChallengerSeries #Ballito #AustralianSurfing #RoadToTheCT #TheLAGOPodcast #SurfPodcast #CompetitiveSurfing #WorldSurfLeague #Surf #CTQualification #SurfNews

SOLI BAILEY - Former World Surf League Championship Tour surfer, big wave charger, and modern-day surf explorer living every surfer's dream. Soli joins us for one of our favourite conversations yet.In this episode, Soli tells it all. From the hidden pressures of life on the Championship Tour, he shares the highs, the setbacks, and a firey paddle battle with a world champ that got a little heated.
We unpack the wave of a lifetime at Cloud break, Fiji, the story behind how he scored it, and dive deep into Maps to Nowhere, including what has to be one of the greatest barrels ever ridden in modern surfing.
Soli also opens up about the terrifying Pipeline accident that left him with a life-altering neck injury and multiple doctors telling him he may never surf again. He shares how he processed the news, fought his way back, and found a new purpose beyond competitive surfing.Whether you're into surfing, big waves, the WSL, travel, adventure, or inspiring comeback stories, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.
Soli has also just launched his new signature sunglasses with Childe Eyewear. Support Soli and grab yourself a pair using our personalised LAGO link below to receive 15% off your order.
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