
Crowds flocked to The Pipe restaurant in Scottburgh on Sunday (14 December) to spend an evening with ocean adventurer, big-wave surfer, author, inspirational speaker, and global changemaker, Chris Bertish, for the launch of his highly anticipated new book, Super Stoked!.
The evening included a film documentary and talk by Chris, both of which were deeply inspiring, with Chris’s story transcending surfing and the ocean; captivating the crowd with his message of resilience, purpose, kindness and the courage to chase your dreams. The event was well-supported by local surfers, ocean lovers and aspiring groms who connected for this celebration of ocean conservation.
Held in partnership with the Ocean Festival, the launch also served as a platform to announce the official 2026 Ocean Festival dates, which will be held on 1 to 3 May. Thanks were extended to event hosts, The Pipe restaurant, owned by local legends Catherine Le Pront – whose family is synonymous with surfing champions Louise, Luc and Leah Le Pront – and Rachelle Walker of Flava’s Bakery. This family-friendly spot provided the perfect coastal setting for an evening of storytelling and inspiration.
Super Stoked! is available countrywide at Exclusive Books and Wordsworth’s Stores. For more on Chris Bertish or the Super Stoked! movement, visit www.chrisbertish.com or follow on social media: Instagram: @chrisbertish | Facebook: @OfficialChrisBertish.
Follow the Ocean Festival on Instagram and Facebook @theoceanfestival for updates, or visit the official website www.oceanfestival.global for programme announcements.
Books available Countrywide at all Exclusive books and Wordsworth’s stores now.
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