Shayne McIntyre – Swell Lines

Compendium: A Short

Compendium: /kəmˈpendēəm/

a collection of concise but detailed information about a particular subject

This short is a collection of bodysurfing clips from the last three years. I’ve always anticipated creating more video content, so I’ve collected bits of footage here and there. The piece has no theme or story, rather it is a simple brief collection of clips from the riders I swim with. More films to come. Enjoy.

Special thanks to Steven Cummings @JacuzziSurfer for providing the drone footage and some additional land footage.

Riders:

Matt Larson

Rachel Newton-Joyce

Skye Walker

Dallas Campbell

James Fenney

Kyle Stock

Shayne McIntyre

Mark Drewelow

-ej

May, 2017

Swell Lines Magazine

2017 Pipeline Bodysurfing Contest

On March 28, 2017 Pipeline was taken over by some of the best bodysurfers on the planet for the North Shore Lifeguard Association’s annual bodysurfing contest. The NSLA carried on the 40+ year tradition of holding a Pipeline bodysurfing contest for the original surfing tribe. Due to the late-season holding period, the surf isn’t always classic pipe conditions, but this year contestants took advantage of a beautiful day and overhead swell. Mike Stewart was able to take down another title in the talented field. Three very talented photographers provided us with a comprehensive gallery of stoke. Please contact them for prints and enjoy.

Gallery by Mike Chlala @chlala_shoots

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Gallery by Brian Yee @808maukatomakai

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Gallery by Jeff Kawelo @unko_shots

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April, 2017

Swell Lines Magazine

WBC 2016: The People

Papa Joe, the man in the green cap, can be seen swimming the peaks of Oceanside all year long.

Mike Stewart led a deep contingent of Hawaiian bodysurfers at this year’s contest.

Shayne McIntyre is a family man, world traveler and helluva bodysurfer. His positive energy is contagious.

As the contest cranks to life, director/bodysurfer Tim Burnham hollers at competitors in the surf.

Bill “Froggy” Schlidge is a champion for bodysurfing. He loves the sport and works hard to pass down his knowledge and passion to the next generation.

Ernie Ford of Ojai has been trekking down to Oceanside for many years bringing a rack of talented bodysurfers from the South Jetty.

Meredith Rose is a solid bodysurfer with stoke overflowing.

Jeff is always keeping an eye on things. Here he is with fellow charger Chris Kalima looking over the heat sheets.

Tom Hunter is always ready with your cap and the call.

France sent some of it’s best to Oceanside this year. Joël Badina led the way.

Mark Cunningham is always a pleasure to have running about the place. This year he was serenaded by Fred Simpson and Mike Stewart for his birthday song.

Wedge pioneer and Viper Surfing Fins creator, Fred Simpson returns year after year to support bodysurfing ohana.

A young man runs up to his friend to wish him luck before his heat.

Scott Hubbell has been the man behind the curtain for the last 15 years of World Bodysurfing Championships.

Rabbit is a humble and styled wave rider. His creativity on the wave helped him capture his age division title and put him in the running for Grand Champion.

Scotti Schafer (Right) rode several waves to the beach in her age group final. She then ran south on the beach to get back in the water for the next set. This gutsy strategy earned her the age division win in a talented grouping.

Contest director extraordinaire Tim Casinelli.

Hawaiian youth Kanealii Wilcox and Tayzha

Mike and his son Kaimana enjoyed their Oceanside premiere as Mike took down the big win.

September, 2016March, 2017

Swell Lines Magazine

2015 World Bodysurf Championship

Kaha Nalu Ohana rider scoring style points in the semis.

This guy came over from Hawaii after a week of celebrating his 60th birthday. He signs autographs, takes selfies with enthusiastic fans, promotes DaFins and competes wholeheartedly. But ultimately, Mark Cunningham just really likes to swim in the Ocean.

Competitor in the mens

Meredith Rose, eventual age group champion.

International flair on the Oceanside Pier.

Men’s 55-64 final fired off while waves were fading, so the boys had to fight for scraps.

Bruce Robbins

A few little tube visions popped up for the early heats. Photo: Rod Hepburn

The next generation of belly sliders were eager to unload their bag of tricks.

Unidentified competitors in the finals.

The young womens’ heats were stacked with capable waterwomen.

Meredith Rose looking to extend her ride.

Hal Handley demonstrates the finer points of butterfly take-offs on his way to an age-group win.

Bill “Froggy” Schildge. This guys enthusiasm for sharing waves and being a leading member of the community are inspiring. From his work with the California Surf Museum, to his international bodysurfing efforts, Froggy is a truly beloved character in our sport. Photo: Rod Hepburn

Unidentified rider laying it back in the pocket. The conditions exceeded forecasts for the early morning heats. Consistent and glassy stomach high waves allowed competitors to stretch out and show out on the open face. However, with a rising tide and increasing wind into the afternoon, conditions became more challenging. All competitors did what they could to get the judges attention. Underwater-butterfly takeoffs, lay-backs and of course spinners were on display. Photo: Rod Hepburn

Mark Cunningham

With smaller waves, the take-offs became a very big part of scoring potential.

Eventual age group champion Chris Lafferty takes a breath while the rest of his semi-final heat tries to catch up.

Spencer Ford takes a moment to admire the overcast sky during his semi-final.

Women’s Grand Champion Final with Meredith Rose, 12-17 winner, Calla Allison and Makena Magro.

Judges view. These guys sit on the Pier for hours watching people spin out of waves and milk white water as far as possible. Its a thankless job. Very few people say, “Hey thanks judges, you’re doing a great job!” Its mostly, “I got screwed!” Well, thanks judges!

The Mens Grand Champion Final. Don McCreadie, Paul Grieumard, Chris Lafferty, Hal Handley, Tom Marr, Joe Nickerson, James Fenney and Shayne McIntyre. All of these gentlemen swam hard all weekend and deservedly won their age group.

2014 Grand Champion Brett Templeman gliding right while planning a couple sections ahead. Templeman comes from the venerable South Jetty Swells team out of Ventura. Photo: Rod Hepburn

Bodysurfers are swim fin nerds. These unique fins came over from Europe with the French contingent. According to Patrice Paul Grieumard, they are designed for underwater hockey (yes, that is a real thing).

The performance level of the young women’s divisions was exemplary! Photo: Rod Hepburn

The Del Mar Bodysurfing Club. They swim and have a social gathering every single Saturday and Sunday at 17th Street in Del Mar. All are welcome. Their leader, Vince Askey, outdid himself this year with the recruitment of team riders. He snagged as many free agents as he could find and hosted bodysurfers from Australia, Brazil, France and New Zealand.

Vince Askey, of the Del Mar Bodysurfing Club, is awarded the Jack Thill Perpetual Bodysurfing Trophy for his tireless effort to promote bodysurfing. Vince works exceptionally hard to organize and expand his club beyond the Del Mar city limits. From Australian trips to hosting international competitors, he does a lot to enhance the bodysurfing community. Photo: Rod Hepburn

The Pine St. Bodysurfing Team from Carlsbad. In the most shocking moment of the weekend, Tim Casinelli announced the team championship with “And still team champions…” Most people on the beach had already concluded that the Del Mar Bodysurfing Club dethroned Pine St. for the team championship. But carrying the two Grand Champions, Pine St. came out ahead 700-680. The team trophy has been awarded for 6 years and Pine St. has won it all 6 years. Photo: Rod Hepburn

Grand Champions James Fenney and Makena Magro. A second championship for Fenney and a bright future for SDSU water polo player Magro. Their wins kept the team trophy with Pine St.