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AL MENNIE

IRISH BIG WAVE SURFING PIONEER - OCEAN EXPLORER - AUTHOR - SPEAKER

OCEAN EXPLORATION

A lifetime exploring the Atlantic Ocean through surfing, swimming, paddling and curiosity.

For more than two decades I have explored some of the Atlantic Ocean's most demanding environments. What began as a search for new waves gradually evolved into a series of expeditions, endurance challenges and personal explorations.

Each project has been carefully planned, documented and developed into books, films, talks and campaigns. Together they form an ongoing record of a life spent learning from the sea.

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THE GIANT'S CROSSING

The first paddleboard crossing from the Giant's Causeway to the Scottish island of Islay — a childhood dream that became an expedition.

→ Cross the North Channel

PROJECT RED

An ongoing exploration of Ireland's Atlantic coastline in search of new waves, remote reefs and a deeper understanding of the ocean.

→ Enter Project Red

NAZARÉ

Among the pioneering surfers whose early exploration helped reveal the world's biggest wave.

→ Enter Nazaré

NIGHT SWIMMING

A personal exploration of darkness, resilience and the unexpected calm found in the North Atlantic after sunset.

→ Enter Night Swimming

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SURF 154

Surfing 154 waves in a single night to encourage conversations around mental health, resilience and hope.

→ Ride Surf 154

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INNOVATION

Turning first-hand experience in big-wave surfing into practical advances in flotation, rescue equipment and performance training.

BOAT BUILDING

Building traditional Irish currachs by hand using locally gathered materials

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