Surfers Ear: How To Avoid It

March 31, 2024
Surfers Ear

We were stoked to be joined on another of our trips by Jersey bodyboarder Colin Crowther. 

After joining us in El Salvador in 2021, Colin joined us this year in Costa Rica. We caught up with him for a chat about the measures that he takes to avoid issues with Surfers Ear, which is medical condition created through extended time in the ocean. Particularly in windy conditions. 

We hope these tips help you to avoid issues in the future! 

Rob Barber

Author

Rob Barber

Director
I’ve competed at bodyboarding since I was 13. I won my first open division age 14. Then became obsessed with bodyboarding and competed all over the country then the world.  My best year I won 11 events in the UK and internationally. My best result ever was ranking the highest European in the World professional championships at Pipeline. I won over 30 events when I was competing full time.  I have written and edited 4 books on surfing and bodyboarding. Two of which have gone on to be best sellers in their area of specialty.

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