220 episodes

The Grit! is a weekly show co-hosted by David Lee Scales and Chas Smith discussing the most scintillating headlines from the surf world and BeachGrit.com. Part of the Surf Splendor Network.

The Grit! with Chas Smith Surf Splendor Network

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    • 4.6 • 226 Ratings

The Grit! is a weekly show co-hosted by David Lee Scales and Chas Smith discussing the most scintillating headlines from the surf world and BeachGrit.com. Part of the Surf Splendor Network.

    218 - The Grit! June 2, 2023

    218 - The Grit! June 2, 2023

    The most boring surf contest of all time has birthed the juiciest storylines; Surfing's Scandoval. Medina skewers the WSL. ELO protests too much and accidentally reveals nefarious intent. Toledo claps back at ELO after going full Buffalo Bill. And the WSL effectively buries their athlete's amazing achievements with the weight of their own colossal missteps, yet again. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy!
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    • 1 hr 57 min
    217 - The Grit! May 25, 2023

    217 - The Grit! May 25, 2023

    In today's show David questions the potential of a wax free life, Chas regrets his neck tattoo, and the boys get a glimpse into a post-WSL near future, assess the value of a gold chain, explain why you ought never attend your child's bachelor party, and reveal why you should never ever wash your boardshorts. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy!
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    • 1 hr 26 min
    216 - The Grit! May 19, 2023

    216 - The Grit! May 19, 2023

    In today's show Chas and David receive harsh (but justified) ridicule for their SoCal centric myopia, a rational minded VAL offers a sympathetic perspective, Chas returns to form on three fins, the boys reset modern etiquette for disclosure of surf spots, Kelly attempts to decode the mysterious connection between turtles and the moon, and a hate-listener explains why you should always welcome a warm toilet seat. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy!
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    • 1 hr 42 min
    215 - The Grit! May 12, 2023

    215 - The Grit! May 12, 2023

    In today's show Chas recounts his hallucinogenic sailing trip from last week and the boys receive further evidence why you should surf in elastic waist shorts, never sell a surfboard, force your kid to surf, bring a guitar on a surf trip, and they highlight the importance of proper pad placement. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy!
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    • 1 hr 36 min
    214 - Sans Grit! with Devon Howard: May 5, 2023

    214 - Sans Grit! with Devon Howard: May 5, 2023

    While Chas is adrift at sea, Devon Howard fills his loafers to provide decidedly more gentle discussion about the leashless ban in Byron, a modern redefining of "priority", being indoctrinated to surf by mom, an update on Joel Tudor's indefinite suspension, and important tips for how to achieve a glorious head of hair and how to dazzle your mother and spouse for Mother's Day. Enjoy!
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    • 1 hr 28 min
    213 - The Grit! April 27, 2023

    213 - The Grit! April 27, 2023

    In today's show an expert explains how to enjoy watching surf contests despite the WSL's programming, one of Curren's close compatriots offers personally observed Kook and Curren submissions, Chas explains why you should opt for lower pay, always donate to charity, and why it's dangerous to eat vegetables. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy!
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    • 1 hr 41 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
226 Ratings

226 Ratings

jemothi ,

Stoked on The Grit

David Lee Scales and Chas Smith are the Yin and Yang of surfing podcasts. Never fails to entertain while providing a window into today’s surf culture. These lads are sharp, funny, and best of all, honest. Keep up the work!

Nimble9 ,

Any thing goes

Best surf, non surf podcast out there.

pjtrix ,

May 19 ep

Discussion of Sasha left out how Tyler showed up jack and callum in the semi finals at bells

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