SKU: 65800997702

Wasted Talent Magazine Vol. IX & Wasted Talent (BLACK) Tote Bag

Sale price$13.50 Regular price$15.00
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $3.75 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Sep 23 - Sep 28

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Wasted Talent Magazine Vol. IX & Wasted Talent (BLACK) Tote BagAeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamara San Jose. Costa Rica. Its hot. Sticky and oppressive. The lounge air conditioning last worked in 2008 and Im hungover, sweaty and beyond tired. Ive got a bag full of broken surfboards and half of my toe is hanging off, bandaged and ready for a joyous 24 hours of transit, starting with this night flight thats going to get me back to Madrid. Back to European home turf in time for the lifting of restrictions and

Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría

San Jose.

Costa Rica.

It’s hot.

Sticky and oppressive. The lounge air conditioning last worked in 2008 and I’m hungover, sweaty and beyond tired. I’ve got a bag full of broken surfboards and half of my toe is hanging off, bandaged and ready for a joyous 24 hours of transit, starting with this night flight that’s going to get me back to Madrid. Back to European home turf in time for the lifting of restrictions and yes, by the time you read this we’ll be sipping 10€ pints en terrace which have never tasted so good. What a time to be alive.

So here I am. SJO. Seat 56b en route to Spain, with no proof of residency and technically no longer a European citizen. Needless to say do not meet the criteria for entry. This is a problem for roughly 14 hours time. Nor do I feel like I meet the criteia, my clothes are filthy and yes, my toe is still half off. Yet, wearing a wry smile, I feel invigorated. Revitalised.

The world seems like it’s finally getting it’s feet back together, as it’s been a long, boring road to get here. Lockdowns. Restrictions. Travel nightmares. Curfews. Exemptions. Essential travel. Proof of residency and PCR tests. After the initial excitement of a pandemic, 15 months down the track it’s easy to feel downtrodden. Weary. But yet, on the broad horizon of larger picture thinking there are glimmers of hope. The world’s opening up again and by god are we ready for it.

Crystallised in the making of this volume, our 9th lil puppy, navigating the complexities of the world at present hasn’t been the easiest. Visa exemptions. Embassy pleading. Refused boarding. Negotiations at passport desks with a mix of coy admiration and detached rationality.  But with some graft, a slew of good luck and friends around the world we’ve made it. But made it where? Well, in an age defined by living at home, local scenes have come to the forefront. And those who thrive in there home environments, well they shall inherit the earth. We’ve spent time with the Basque Country’s favourite daughter Ainara Aymat at home in Zarautz and learnt to appreciate our immediate surroundings. We checked in with Dane in Ventura and saw how arguably one of the worlds best surfers juggles a pro career, family, and running a brand and platform. Inspirational stuff indeed. Continuing to feel inspired, we Discussed the modern age of photography and courtesy of Daniel Pannemann and spoke exclusively to artist, musician, writer and the most famous skateboarder to have his name on a shoe, Mr Stefan Janoski . We pleaded our way into Dakar with Senegalese embassies across France and Spain and spent a glorious seven days experiencing the purest scene we’ve seen in a long time courtesy of my new favourite surfer, Cherif Fall.

However yet despite living in an age defined by staying local, on the world scene there’s bigger rumblings out there. Things are happening. Wheels are in motion. We tapped out and spent a month in French Caribbean with Issam Auptel, a talented young man and living proof that the flame of free-surfing spirit is still burning. A sentiment reaffirmed when we joined the world’s free surfing elite in Costa Rica for a week of  poolside debauchery based around a surf contest. And did it warm the cockles of my heart seeing the world’s best coming together, old friends and new, purely for the fun of it. I dare to say it, but in our little sub, sub culture it seems like surfing is in a good place right now. Who’d of thought?

And as for us? Well we’re still doing our little thing. Published our first first hardcover book with our good friends Nick Green and John Respondek. We’ve got some bits in the works for this summer in the south of France, a new retail space and something special penned with our good friends at Former. If you do find yourself around SW France or Northern Spain this summer, do swing by – the beers are on ice. But more on that later. As all we have is now, and you, and us. But more you, as if you’re reading this, we’re engaged. And isn’t human engagement the most beautiful thing?

So here we are. Together. Again.

 

Dane Reynolds, Stefan Janoski, Cherif Fall, Ainara Aymat, Tom Karangelov, Daniel Pannemann, Dion Agius, Issam Auptel, JACA, Erwin Bliss, Héctor Menéndez, Noah Collins, Hugo Ortega, Craig Anderson, Chippa Wilson, Mikey February, Nathan Fletcher,  Micky Clarke.

Dakar, The Canary Islands, The Basque Country, Ventura, Los Angeles, Guadeloupe, South Australia, Hossegor, Valencia, Berlin, Tasmania, Long Beach, Costa Rica, New York City.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 65800997702

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.8 ★★★★★
Based on 29 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
D
Verified Purchase
Dahlia
Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 5
Soft Cotton Rounds That Work Well for Skincare
Size: 100 Count (Pack of 1), Size: 100 Count (Pack of 1)
These cotton rounds are soft, durable, and work well for everyday skincare and makeup removal. They don’t fall apart easily when using toner or micellar water, which I appreciate. The packaging is simple and convenient, and the quantity is great for the price. Overall, a reliable product to keep on hand.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2026
P
Verified Purchase
Pamela F Kudna
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 5
Great Quality & Value – My Everyday Essential
Size: 100 Count (Pack of 6)
I use these cotton rounds every single day, and they’ve become a staple in my skincare routine. They’re soft, gentle on the skin, and work perfectly for removing makeup or applying toner. The quality is excellent—they hold together well and don’t fall apart during use. For the amount you get, the price is really hard to beat, making them a great value for everyday use. I’ve been very happy with these and will continue to repurchase. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, affordable cotton rounds!They’re gentle enough for sensitive skin and work great for all my skincare steps.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2026
A
Verified Purchase
Alana G
Boise, US
★★★★★ 5
Last a while
Size: 100 Count (Pack of 6)
Work well and have lasted me more than six months. They do get pulled apart easily so sometimes wiping your face leaves the cotton fuzzies
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2026
M
Verified Purchase
Mama Jenna
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Soft, Durable, and So Much Better Than Cotton Balls
Size: 100 Count (Pack of 1)
These cotton pads have been such a simple but huge upgrade to my routine. For years I used regular cotton balls or even toilet paper for skincare and makeup removal, so I wasn’t expecting these to make that much of a difference. After seeing them on Amazon, I decided to give them a try, and now I don’t want to go back. They are incredibly soft and gentle on my skin, especially around my eyes. I mainly use them for applying toner and removing eye makeup, and they work perfectly for both. They don’t fall apart, leave lint behind, or soak up tons of product like regular cotton balls do. The size is perfect too — large enough to be useful without wasting product. One thing that really surprised me is how well they work for removing nail polish. I can usually remove polish from all ten nails with just one cotton pad, which definitely helps them last longer. Overall, these feel much more high quality than standard cotton balls, and they’ve made my skincare routine easier and less messy.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2026
R
Verified Purchase
Robken Lingan
Birmingham, US
★★★★★ 5
Great for Skin
Size: 100 Count (Pack of 6)
These Amazon Basics Hypoallergenic 100% Cotton Rounds for Makeup Remover and Skincare are honestly a great find. They’re super soft—so they feel nice on your skin—and they’re tough enough not to fall apart when you use them. Plus, you get a lot for a really good price. If you need something simple that just works for cleaning your face or taking off makeup, these cotton rounds do the job without any fuss.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2026

recommand products