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Surfing the Barents Sea: Cold Thrills and Culture

3/20/2026

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  • Dylan Graves, professional surfer, and Tim Latte surfed in the Barents Sea in northern Norway, braving extreme cold.
  • Graves described icy conditions and said he nearly faced frostbite after the trek.
  • Latte, who grew up in Stockholm, noted that surfing in Scandinavia has grown in popularity.
  • The trip also highlighted the region's untouched beauty and Sámi culture, including reindeer herding.