Freesurf - Hawai'i's Surf Magazine
Freesurf Magazine is North America’s only free, full-color glossy surf magazine, created on the North Shore of O‘ahu—surfing’s global epicenter. Since 2002, we’ve shared Hawaii’s surf lifestyle with a worldwide audience through print, digital, and video.
This kit gives you a snapshot of who we are, who we reach, and how your brand can connect with our highly engaged surf community. From editorial sponsorships to social media campaigns, Freesurf offers creative ways to make real impact in and beyond the lineup.
Each issue, 10,000 copies of Freesurf are distributed to over 450 locations across Hawai‘i and Southern California. With its primary distribution centered in the Hawaiian Islands, readers can easily find Freesurf in surf shops, specialty stores, and select military outlets, along with hundreds of surf shops and gift suppliers in Southern California. Boasting an average of 8 reads per copy, Freesurf becomes the ultimate travel companion and a cherished free souvenir—giving advertisers unparalleled reach.
Advertise in Freesurf
Sizes, specs and pricing below.
Circulation
• 10,000 printed copies / month
• Distributed free to 450+ locations throughout Hawai’i and Southern California
Demographics
• 72% male surfers
• 28% female surfers
• Targeted toward Gen X and Gen Y
2 Pages
Ad size 16.75 x 10.875 Bleed size 17.25 x 11.375
1x $3,695
4x $3,295
8x $2,895
1 Page
Ad size 8.375 x 10.875 Bleed size 8.875 x 11.375
1x $1,995
4x $1,795
8x $1,595
1/2 Page Vertical
Ad size 4.125 x 10.875 Bleed size 4.625x 11.375
1x $995
4x $945
8x $895
1/2 Page Horizontal
Ad size 8.375x 5.35 Bleed size 8.875x 5.85
1x $995
4x $945
8x $895
1/4 Page
Ad size 3.75x 4.875
1x $695
4x $625
8x $575
Surf Saver
Ad size 3.75x 1.5
1x $295
4x $275
8x $250
Schedule & Deadlines
Issue 1
Deadline Monday, January 5, 2026 Distribution February 09, 2026
Issue 2
Deadline Friday, February 13, 2026 Distribution March 23, 2026
Issue 3
Deadline Friday, March 27, 2026. Distribution May 04, 2026
Issue 4
Deadline Friday, May 8, 2026 Distribution June 15, 2026
Issue 5
Deadline Friday, June 19, 2026 Distribution July 27, 2026
Issue 6
Deadline Friday, July 24, 2026. Distribution August 31, 2026
Issue 7
Deadline Friday, September 11, 2026. DistributionOctober 19, 2026
Issue 8
Deadline Friday, October 16, 2026. Distribution November 23, 2026
Social Media @freesurfmag
Partner with Hawai‘i’s premier surf media platform and engage with FreeSurf’s digital audience:
With over 25 years in surf publishing, video production, and athlete coverage, FreeSurf now offers direct access to our powerful digital channels.
Story Shares
We share YOUR message
Put your message directly on our audience’s radar.
Single Story Share: $250
Monthly Package (4x): $800 / month
Quarterly Package (16x): $750 / month
Annual Package (52x): $600 / month
Collaborative Sponsored Posts
Co-branded content featuring your athletes, products, or events — published on @freesurfmag + your own channel as collaborators. Caption includes your promo message.
1 Post/Reel: $750
12 Posts/Reels: $7,200 ($600 each)
24 Posts/Reels: $9,600 ($400 each)
Use Freesurf’s archive, fresh shoots, or client-provided content. Posts are co-published to maximize reach.
Themed Content Series
Sponsored “content buckets” that entertain, inspire, or tell your story. Shot, edited, and curated for impact.
Examples: Athlete Spotlight • Morning Inspiration • Shaper’s Corner • Board Stories • Quote of the Week • Stuff We Like
Starting at $750 per activation (final cost based on complexity & production needs)
Custom Media
We produce, edit and deliver your production to social media for international use. Work with us directly to create something that makes traction.
Brand integration and client approval
Key product and messaging placement
Final media available for use almost anywhere.
Contact us for pricing. Partner with us and expand your audience!
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