Andy Irons’ death last month has given surfers a lot to feel, think, and talk about. For the folks in surf media, his passing brings into sharp relief the discussion about the responsibility we have to readers. What events should we be reporting on? What stories should we be telling?
Paddle Out In Puerto Rico For Andy Irons
Competition at the Rip Curl Pro Search Puerto Rico has been canceled today out of respect for the passing of Andy Irons yesterday. According to the ASP release, “A paddle out memorial service was held on-site in Porta Del Sol, attended by the world’s best surfers and …
Billabong’s Official Announcement On Andy Irons Death
Billabong has made an official announcement confirming Andy Irons passing, read more for the full announcement.
Andy Irons Dies From Dengue Fever
UPDATE: 09:24 – Transworld Surf has posted further details. According to their article, AI was at Dallas Texas when the complications occurred. The article says, “Andy was so sick he was unable to board his flight from Dallas to Kauai, got a hotel room, and was found there dead leaving behind a pregnant wife, family, and world …