drift, perspectives in surfing

Words: Johnny Knapp

My friends admitted that they are starting to worry about my absence from surfing. Because for some time now all I go to the beach with is a pair of swim fins and a piece of wood…

I recently paid a studio visit to see Joseph Gallagher a.k.a. Joey Cups in Brooklyn as he was just finishing up his latest work Guys Eyes for Animal Collective. Along with the great cinematography, the video hosts a number of noteworthy cameos by some dubious characters from the New York and California surf scenes. Enjoy some great surf shots throughout.

Johnny Knapp talks to “Salt Water Buddha” author Jaimal Yogis about the finer points of surfing and mental maintenance…

Legends never die–a true sentiment that seems especially apropos when the legacy of Andy Kessler comes into conversation…

As I receive phone calls from friends, see the buzz popping up virally, traverse the city and overhear conversations, word is that New York City parks department is planning on closing the world renowned Brooklyn Banks…

Words: Johnny Knapp

Despite a placid Atlantic on hand for the fourth annual New York Fish Fry(e) it felt great for New York to dust off the cob webs from a harsh winter and reunite the gang to talk story, geek out on fishes, and enjoy some beautiful weather and positive energy.

Take me to the river… Saturday May 15th, 5pm Mollusk NYC will be kicking off the first annual East River Fish Taco Cook off…

Words: Johnny Knapp

Shawn Stussy baited the web with his latest venture S / Double through his personal blog, building up to the grand opening of the site on April 12th…

Words: Johnny Knapp

So before I really had time to greet a new day properly, still drowsy, I grabbed my laptop to check the surf and e mails. An abstract subject line from Jai Lee, which read Eat ya own guts, the making and death of Jai Lee caught even my un-awoken eye…

Drift is beyond proud to announce that our own Johnny Knapp–Minister of Stoke, Style and Small Business–has a photo show opening Friday, April 2 at the Chinatown Boardroom in Honolulu…

Ty Williams and Rob Kulisek have produced a show together entitled Out East, to be presented at the Atelier Gallery in New York presented by Baron Wells & Pharos Art Advisory, April 1st - May 31st. Johnny Knapp caught up with Ty, who shared a few words about their upcoming show…

Neon Indian=Sizzurp x Chopped & Screwed / Brooklyn as translated by Johnny Knapp