SURFING!!!!

The surf family O'Hara... I think this is James owning the set wave!!!

Wow, today is shaping up to be quite a nice one. 80 degrees, abundant sunshine, light off shore winds, and little longboard sets. Life is good. I got the new Reef surf video Cancer to Capricorn on the flatscreen, the stereo is turned up, and there is a nice little breeze making it's way through the shop. As I'm making my morning internet round, checking my favorite pages, blogs, and cams I came across the above sight. Four people in the water loving life and enjoying the little peelers. I'll give you one guess who those four people are.... That's right, Steve, Heather, and the boys! Pioneers through and through!!!

Like father, like son, Gavin setting up for the inside barrel section!!! Dad taught him well!

The Reef Video I got rocking is so good! Crazy surfing and a fun sound track. The good people at Reef are willing to share too! Watch or download the video for free right HERE. Get stoked for epic barrels and some lovely ladies!!!

Check out the FLIP Skateboard site for some serious skate action. The Rune Glifberg trailer is mind boggling!!! That dude is so gnarly. Everything on that sight is worth watching!!!

And if you wanna watch and epic futbol game get to ESPN3.com and be wowed by the Brazil vs Portugal game. This is almost a final in itself!!! My sister and her boyfriend just made the big move to Brazil. We talked the other day and she was trying to explain to me how crazy it gets there when a Brazil game comes on. Everything shuts down and soccer is the only thing that happens. When a goal is scored people yell, dance, and chug beers for the next 5 minutes. If they win the everyone just parties for the rest of the day and no one goes back to work. I am willing to bet it's going off right now!!!

Both of these shades just showed up from Oakley. The new Holbrook is slaying it and this black with 24k gold lense and this clear with silver iridium are no different. Oakley is so hot right now and this style is on fire!!!!!


There was a chance for surf early this upcoming weak... but that chance is gone and I'm calling it knee high from now to eternity. Annie forget about your gun and go get your log!

See you at the BEACH!!!!!

A Surfboard Construction Education!!!!

Traditional Polyurethane versus Epoxy Construction...

We've had a bunch of folks walk into the shop lately harboring a little bit of confusion about surfboard construction. If you've been surfing for a while you may already have an opinion on which is the best. However, if you're new to the surf lifestyle, you still may have some question on which type of board is best for you. With that being said I am going to do my best to explain some of the different kinds of boards that we have available for you here in the shop. The two biggest categories of board construction are epoxy and polyurethane or simply PU. And to break it down further we have hand shaped/glassed boards versus molded boards.

PU or polyurethane foam are pretty simple when compared to epoxy construction. When you think of this type of surfboard you think of Clark Foam. A traditional fiberglass board is hand shaped or CNC machine shaped out of a polyurethane foam core. The foam core is laid up with weighted fiberglass cloth and laminated with polyester resin. The board is cured and then sanded to a desired smoothness and voila! you have a traditional “fiberglass” surfboard or PU. These types of surfboards are most notable for their performance and specific flex properties and have been around since the 1960s.

Now Epoxy boards on the other hand can be made from two different core types. Those types are expanded polystyrene or extruded polystyrene. Expanded polystyrene or EPS is very similar to the foam used to make those cheap, white coolers that you get at the grocery store. If you are buying an entry level epoxy board you can basically count on it to be expanded polystyrene in the core. These epoxy boards hold up well when paired with epoxy resin. Just make sure that if you crack your expanded polystyrene epoxy board, which is hard to do, that you repair it before taking it back into the water as the foam will absorb water.

Extruded polystyrene is a closed cell core and since it is “closed” it repels water and is more resistant to compression and damage. One of the most notable differences from the Expanded Styrene Cores is the flex patterns are greatly enhanced due to its closed cell structure which will allow for greater response under pressure and are comparable to traditional PU flex patterns. All your higher end epoxy boards utilize this type of construction. An example of this type of board is the Lost XTRs that both Steve and I swear by.

Now a good hand shaped epoxy board, like an XTR, is made very similarly to a traditional PU board. The only differences being the type of core used and the type of resin used. They are very common amongst big brand name shapers and are widely available and customizable due to the fact they are all finished by hand. Now a molded board is created based on the dimensions of a traditional fiberglass plug. The hollow mold is then injected with the polystyrene foam to mold it into shape based on the master, and then covered with several layers of fiberglass cloth, epoxy resin, and typically a layer of high density foam to reinforce the structure and placed in a vacuum or press to compress all the materials together, hence the term sandwich construction. Typically a heating element can be built into the mold to allow the epoxy resin to cure at a higher temp increasing the strength. The techniques employed during these steps can be varied by different companies to get the desired strength, flex, weight, etc..

To break it down and try and make it as simple as possible I'll list each board's strengths and then an example to check out.

Traditional/PU- The way it's been done forever, lots of natural flex, good feel in the water.

Example- Traditional Stewart PU- Polyurethane foam glassed with polyester resin is still the most popular form of surfboard construction. This method is most common in shortboards, where weight is not an issue. Polyurethane foam is also great for traditional style longboards. The weight of the foam and a heavier glass job help with the momentum and glide. The familiar and comfortable feel of polyurethane boards keeps many surfers loyal to this longstanding method of surfboard construction. If you are looking for a handmade, custom board with a traditional feel and excellent performance characteristics, the classic poly surfboard is a viable choice.

Hand shaped epoxy made with closed cell foam- similar feel to a traditional PU board with extra durability, extra float.

Example- Lost XTR- XTR foam is a closed cell foam extruded at high speeds using expensive machinery. The main advantages are strength and imperviousness to suck water . It is very resistant to impact and compression. One of the most significant and most misunderstood qualities of the close cell construction is that almost no water absorption occurs in open dings (less than 1%). This means that a surfboard with a ding will not gain weight or change color resulting in longer memory (resilience) of the materials. Believe it or not you can actually surf an unglassed XTR blank!!! Also, the flex patterns of extruded foam when glassed properly can result in enormous advantage for a positive responsive surfboard. It generates more speed that any other construction. Epoxy Pro has developed it's own custom epoxy resin formulation called XTR-16. This resin is ideal for extreme surfing conditions. It has perfectly balanced optimal characteristics of clarity (lack of discoloration), light weight, strength, and flexibility.

Molded epoxy made with EPS- Very light, easy to maneuver, amazing durability, extra float, great for beginners, kids, and recreational surfers.

Example- NSP-This construction is used exclusively in the NSP program. It focuses on making the surfboard a durable as possible. The EPS core is reinforced with Fiberglass and then a top sheet of Top Sheet is added to enhance the overall strength of the board. All the layers are fused together using a special epoxy resin that helps to create what we think is the most durable performance orientated Surfboard construction available on the market globally right now.

If you already knew this then I'm sorry for wasting your time and if it helped you figure some things out, then I'm stoked I took the time to spell it all out. Little tiny waves today and for the weekend. Don't forget the Dew Tour is happening tomorrow and Saturday. Tickets are still available so go support skateboarding! We got 3 riders in the contest so best of luck to Dave, Nolan, and Nora. Go get em team.

Enjoy the day!!!

GGGGGGOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLL!

You know this dude is screaming it!!!!!!!

Stoked for two reasons! One, the US just defeated Algeria in a nail biter and advanced to the second round of the world cup. Two, the internet surf nerds are calling for surf next week!!! I'm not sure which one I am more excited about. I guess the win because it's a sure thing, we all know how accurate those long range swell forecasts can be. So stay stoked for the USA and keep your fingers crossed for some summer swell.

We got a box from O'neill today and it was full of over 100 rashguards for men, women, boys, girls, and toddlers. Long sleeve, short sleeve, bright and loud, simple and solid. You name it we got it! All are UV rated and will keep the strong summer sun from turning you into a lobster! We've got it all!!!! Everything you need to have the best time at the ocean is HERE.

I love a good rant every now and then. Sometimes they're true, sometimes they're written by kooks. This one is legit, I can't say I agree with everything but it made me laugh and it reconnected me to a similar quote my dad used to through out when things went south... Kordory TV, which is highly entertaining, is planning on keeping the rants coming. I hope they do because this guy as a point! Check it HERE.

Sick little collection of stop motion videos!!!

Visually Heard / LRG Skate Introduces Billy Marks - Full from LRG on Vimeo.

Visually Heard / LRG Skate Introduces Tommy Sandoval - Full from LRG on Vimeo.

Someone recommended that I check this clip out. It's of Shane Dorian talking about a two wave hold down he had at Mavericks. Pretty crazy... check it HERE.

June 26, Hands Across This event is to raise awareness about supporting Clean Energy. For more info click HERE and to hear more about the event at the wall on the 26th click HERE. This event is sponsored in part by our local Surfrider Chapter.

It's hot, and there are little waves at the beach. I'm there once we shut the shop down for the evening. Everybody at the BEACH!!!

Newburyport Skate Fest!!!

The Newburyport Skate Fest is one of the best local skateboard events of the year. It's held annually at the skate park in Newburyport, MA which is located right behind the RAN Middle School. This event always draws some of the best skaters from the area and we can guarantee you'll get to watch a handful of the Pioneers skate team destroy the place! This is a great family event and all are welcomed. There is plenty of stuff to do and watch even if you don't skate but still support the sport. Local shops will be there donating their time, local food vendors will be slinging burgers and pizzas, and there is always a great raffle with tons of awesome prizes. Who knows, you might even win something just for showing up. The festivities kick off at 5pm and usually run until dark! Don't miss this fun day and don't forget to bring the family, your stoke, or your wallet. All proceeds from the skatefest go right back into keeping the park one of the best in New England!

The UPS man just rolled by and dropped off a bunch of Reef sandals for us. New styles and colors for men, women, boys, and yes finally for girls too!!! For the little tiny boys and girls these sandals come with an elastic strap to help keep their flops on their feet! However, if your little guy or gal is not feeling the strap a pair of scissors will take care of that!!! Lots of colors, styles, and we got them in leather, foam and everything in between!!! Have a look!!!

THE GROM AHI WITH THE BACK STRAP FOR THE LITTLEST OF DUDES!
THE A MAZE!!! THIS SANDAL ACTUALLY HAS A MAZE IN THE SOLE!!!
THE NEW MENS VISION!!! THIS ONE IS AS LIGHT AS SANDALS GET!!!!
THIS LITTLE AHI IS FOR THE GIRLS! STRAP ON THE BACK FOR THE TINY ONES! SIZES FROM TODDLER TO YOUNG GIRLS!

THE LEATHER SWEETWATER! MADE AS ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS AS A SANDAL CAN BE MADE!!!

Day two highlights from the Sri Lanka Pro!!!!

Flynn Novak breaks down the Flynnstone Flip!!!!

Little tiny waves at the beach today, I went out early and got a few! It ain't much but its better than nothing. Go get some!!!

It's Officially The First Day of SUMMER!!!

Sunrise was at 5:05 am this morning and sunset is at 8:26pm tonight. That's 15 hours and 21 minutes of sunlight today, making it the longest day of the year. I had plans to get up, go for a paddle, and watch the sun rise but I forgot all about that when the alarm went of at 4:45 this morning. Maybe next year... But it is super nice out! If you're at the beach today you are STOKED and if you're like me your looking forward to getting down there later today. There are no real waves to speak of but sometimes just a nice long paddle is all you need to keep the stoke alive.

If that's not going to do it for you, today is Go Skateboarding Day, you could always grab you board and go on a skate mission. Like I have said before the new mini ramp at the hampton skatepark is finished and it awesome!!! I spent about an hour down there this morning skating by myself enjoying the coolness of the morning air. Steve is planning on cruising over to the park once it cools down later on this afternoon and skating around a little and dropping off some nice cold gatorades for everyone.

Last years tank! Frankie, where are you?

Last year we did an limited reversible Pioneers mesh tank. They sold out almost instantly and this year People have been knocking down the walls to get there hands on one. Well i just placed the order and well have a couple dozen coming sometime next week! Last year we did a black and white combo. This year we mixed it up and did a black and grey combo. The proof I saw looks really good, I can't wait to get these back into the shop!

Your presence is requested in the VAN

The VAN just rolled through the shop and dropped off some of the best tees that I have seen in years!!!! We are the exclusive dealer on these which means you're not going to find them anywhere else in NH! Limited quantities so if you want one act fast! GET IN THE VAN!!! Do your part and help put a little gas in the rig!

Skateboarding is free. Or at least this download of the DC video is. Skateboarding is Forever!

Click HERE!!!!

As a parting thought think about this... Yesterday people all over the World celebrated International Surfing Day and today people are doing the same for Go Skateboarding Day. Here at Pioneers we celebrate every day like it is Go Surfing and Skateboarding Day. 365 days a year! That's just how it is when you're a Pioneer!!!!!!

Enjoy the Day!

SUMMER!!!!

WOW, what a nice day. Everybody is at the beach! Tiny little waves, nice seabreeze, ah the seacoast you gotta love it! Our day started off early today when about 25 members of the Pioneers crew showed up at the wall and picked up trash for an hour. I wish we could have paddled out but the tide was just a little to high... But we did some good and everyone who pitched in was rewarded with Vans hats and water bottles! Thanks Vans and thanks to everyone who made it out!

If you missed the cleanup today it's ok because you get a second chance tomorrow with the Surfrider crew! In honor of International Surfing Day the crew will be meeting at Jenness Beach at 1 pm for a surf session and a cleanup. Park where ever you can find a spot and make your way over to the Surfrider tent, say hello and find out what you can do!

SURFING!!!!!

SURFING!!! SOCCER!!!

YO CREW!!!! We are set up for quite a nice weekend! Unfortunately there isn't alot in the forecast as far as waves go. But then again they said it was going to be flat today and you know who surfed? The Pioneers crew, that's who! It was tiny and I mostly just watched Steve surf but at least I was in the water, stayin loose, stayin stoked! 2 feet @ 8 seconds is surfable!!! Beautiful temps, sunny skies, and tiny waves means instant fun at the beach starting NOW! Knee high at suckers, go get some!!!

So did you see it? Did you see the US soccer team choke and go down 2 goals before the half. I was ready to turn it off and write the boys off but man am I glad I stayed glued in. The US rallied back and scored 2 to tie it up! Great soccer, horrible reffing. We scored a third goal but it was called off due to a foul that never happened. We should have won but we'll take the draw. We certainly have to win the next one if we want to advance to the second round. Next game is Wednesday stay tuned in. Check out FIFA for the highlight video!

We received a few more lost boards yesterday. 3 more Planks 5'7, 6'0, 6'2 and a 6'0 Blunt. If you've been thinking about picking a Plank up now is the time! Lost has pretty much told us there won't be any available for about 3 months. So it's now or September! Your choice. Our buddy Michael sent us another email last week talking about his Plank. Turns out he is a little tired of hearing about my Motivator (which I surfed this morning). Read it for yourself:

Hey Bryan,

You have to stop boasting about the Motivator, I had the ol' Plank out at Nantucket last week for three days, all waist +, and a really fun session this morning up at Fox Hill, and the Plank rules! Seriously, I am very impressed, it has more rocker up front than I expected and fits in these waves real nicely. Definitely a wave-catching machine, I feel like I am hardly getting a workout paddling in, and it turns nicely too.

Michael

You heard it here, everyone else who has ridden one agrees, Get yourself on a plank and you'll never long board again!

So lets talk board short technology! Volcom, Rip Curl, and O'neill make the sickest shorts on the market! We just got our finally order of trunks in and our collection is just plain CRAZY! We got the super high end four way strech shorts all the way to you simple and functional trusted trunks. I have a handful of Volcom 4 way stretch shorts that I live in all summer. The joke is it's like surfing naked and it's true. When you get used to wearing the best trunks nothing else will cut it. Super light, super stretchy, minimal seems, no rashes! That's where it's at. Our selection is crazy, come check them all out but first start here.

Volcom Annialators! These are what I'm running and loving them! Super comfy, super light!

Check the specs HERE!

The O'Neill Hyperfreak! You have to try these babies on to believe in them. Check them out HERE!

The Mirage Boardies from Rip Curl. Lots of colors and sizes to choose from. Check the tech specs HERE.

Pioneers Beach Sweep tomorrow!!! 7 am, The Wall at 10th street. Vans has given us awesome metal reusable water bottles to hand out to all participants along with hats and stickers. Please come down and help keep our beaches clean! I look forward to seeing everyone there bright and early! Bring your logs!!!

SEE YOU THERE!!! EVERYBODY AT THE BEACH!!!!!!!!!!!!

BP COFFEE SPILL

Well the waves were tiny but Steve still surfed. I feel like a slug because I didn't but man those waves were TINY... I think Steve is as stoked on surfing as anyone could be. Not alot in the future as far as waves go but at least the sun is out and it's nice and warm. It is even a nice day for a paddle. As I was strolling with the pup I was trying to imagine what life here would be like if we had an oil spill in the gulf of Maine. My conclusion is that life would suck... No surfing, no fishing, no walks on the beach. We're lucky not to have oil rigs out there blocking our view of the horizon or destroying our ocean.

I walked into the shop and found these two videos, have a look, Gulf Oil Spill Update with Surfrider's Matt McLain. The situation gets worse everyday... Get more info from NotTheAnswer.com WARNING... If you care about the ocean this video is going to seriously bum you out...

As serious as this situation is, this video will make you laugh even though you shouldn't because it's so true.

We got a big shipment in today from Sector 9 and Carver Surf Racks. Both a surf rack for your dad's bicycle or a Sector nine longboard would be a stellar gift for dad. The rack that we got will comfortably hold up to a 10' longboard and will pay for itself over the summer once you add up all the parking tickets you won't be getting. I've been riding my bike to the beach lately and loving it! No matter how bad your session was you end up smiling on the bike ride home! And we are fully stocked with TONS of bamboo and drop thru boards from Sector 9. So SICK!

Don't forget the SKATE CONTEST we got running this week in honor of International Go Skateboarding Day!!!!!

I have two pairs of tickets to next fridays Dew Tour in BOSTON!!! Contest is...
1. Film a few tricks on the new mini at hampton park and post the video on our facebook page. Best video get two tickets. 1 for filmer, 1 for skater.
2. Post a photo of yourself skating the new mini at the hampton park here on our facebook page. Best photo get two tickets. 1 for the lens man, 1 for the skater.

Don't Forget about Father's Day!!!

JUICE MAGAZINE IS HERE!!!!

Yo Crew! What's up? Surf was fun this weekend right? I got me some good ones! The big picture for the upcoming week doesn't look all to epic but we might get some logging sessions in a few days this week. I surfed with our good buddy Francois yesterday morning and we had a TABARNAK session. I let him rip the 10'0 Stewart Regal, and like everyone who surfs it he was beyond stoked and surprised by it's nose riding capabilities. Steve surfed this morning and said he groveled hard! Definitely a little wave out there this morning so if you got the time and energy mother ocean has got some little gems on offer for you!!!

So there is a lot of stuff happening this weekend. Internation Surf Day and Skate Day are on there way. We also have a Pioneers Beach Sweep going down Saturday morning at 7 am at the wall, and on top of that Sunday is Father's Day. Check out was surfrider NH has planned for Sunday HERE. We had originally made plans for a global surf demo this Friday night but as of now the demo has been called off and will be rescheduled for a later date.

Time for Dad to shred!!!

So with Father's Day right around the corner it's time for me to remind me all of you lovely readers just how awesome our selection of DAD gear is!!! I really don't know where to begin but if he doesn't surf then let's start there. Get your old man a surfboard! I think Nat Young claimed surfing is the fountain of youth that Ponce De Leon was searching for all those years. Your never to old to start and with awesome beginner boards at a reasonable price now is the time! We have an awesome selection of clothing with classic tees and shorts from brands like O'Neill and Rip Curl. Our watch and sunglass selection cannot be beat. We have fashionable yet functional tide watches for dad from both Nixon and Rip Curl and insane shades from Oakley, Electric, and Von Zipper. If dad is a skater well how about a new set of pads or the latest issue of JUICE magazine!!! That's right it's HERE. Maybe dad is just a chiller at heart and all he really needs is a set of Volcom Bocce Ball or a Volcom Horse Shoes Set. We got tons of stuff to satisfy the man so stop by and we'll help you get that perfect gift that will stoke him out and make you look like a hero!

LOTS OF AWESOME WATCHES LIKE THIS ONE!!!

Mega Quarter Conquered

The I Path team rolled through town last week and put on a serious show at Rye Airfield. Ben Raybourn was killing it, skated everything padless and was blasting huge airs in the vert. Jaws dropped in on the mega quarter. Check the link HERE from the I Path Blazed and Confused East Coast Tour!

Padless and Hesh!!!!

Habitat Skateboards is getting set to release their newest full length video titled Origin. This will be there third video and if the past two, Mosaic and Inhabitants, are any indication of things to come Origins will be sick. No special effects, no gimmicks, just skating the way it should be! Click on the video below to watch the trailer.

GET SOME!!!

The Great Debate gets interesting...

SURFING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm not sure how your session was this AM but mine was as fun as it gets! What a surprise to wake up expecting knee to thigh and finding waist plus sets! YAHOOO!!!!! Light offshore winds, only a few people out, does it get any better??? I saw lots of the Pioneers crew on it early this morning! It's awesome to know that our customers, our crew, our friends, are ON IT! We surf no matter what, we surf slop, we surf storm surf, and sometimes we are rewarded with perfect early morning surf all to ourselves! Take pride pioneers, you're doing it!

The Plot Thickens (cue dramatic music)

If you've been surfing for a while you probably have developed your own opinion about stand up paddle boarding. Well love them or hate them things just got a little more interesting, thanks to the Coast Guard officially classifying SUPs as "vessels", which puts them in the same category as kayaks, surf skis, wave skis. That official classification means that SUPs must now stay 100o feet from the high tide mark in undesignated SUP areas and they must stay 100 feet from all swimmers, which includes surfers. This new rule has been implemented in the Orange Coast district of California but could become the example that many other areas could follow. What this means in reality is basically no SUPping in areas where people are surfing, which in Cali is everywhere...

Stand Up Paddler editor commented on the issue by saying "the tension between the surfing and standup paddling communities, (which seem to share an ironically sizeable overlap) is very real." People are so passionate about surfing, and the resource is finite, so it’s going to create problems inevitably. Especially if the sport grows. I see the problem. I see what people are worried about: inexperienced paddleboarders endangering others. Right now, we’re lucky that there’s a respect out there. Trestles still seems sacred to me. You don’t see guys out there. Where you see problems is where there is an easy access for standup paddling, like Doheny. The biggest sticking point has got to be San Onofre, because there is such a decorated history of surfing there, and you bring in another paddling craft and it’s just dicey. I think the secret to success here is humility" which seems to be an honest and fair statement. Now if you surf around here you may be asking yourself what the big deal is because at most you'll only see a few SUPpers out at a time. But where this ordinance is taking effect the amount of surfers is insane, as is the amount of SUPpers. It really is a safety concern when you get down to the heart of the issue but the fact the SUPpers are also seen as wave hogs by their prone siblings could have something to do with it.

If I had to add my opinion on this issue I would say that I understand and support this rule. Reason being. Even if you're surfing w/ a beginner on a old heavy 11' longbaord you know how to react to most situations. SUPpers tend to sit further outside and it is hard to predict their next move as they head your way while catching a wave. Plus adding 12 ft board with a 12 foot leash makes for a dangerous situation even at a distance. I would almost compare it to bikers and skaters shredding together at the park. When skaters and bikers collide things usually don't end to well for the skater. The same could be said for a heavy 12 foot sup and anyone in its path. We are very lucky in that this SUP vs Surfer issue is very mellow in NH but like all things change is inevitable and with board and paddle packages at $1000 and so many available, things could change pretty fast around here. At the same time this NH and it says Live Free or Die on my license plate which means you can paddle wherever the hell you want. For the full article, titled "The Greatr Debate", click HERE and I think the only thing left to say is Everybody At The Beach!!!

In Skate news the mini at Hampton Skatepark is complete. Full skate-lite layer and ready to rip. I skated it yesterday and it was RAD. I also got a little skate contest for you all. I want you to film your best mini ramp trick on the new mini and post it on the Pioneers facebook page by next Sunday and if your trick is chosen as the best you'll win two tickets to the Dew Tour the following weekend! I also want pictures too. The best picture taken with you skating on the mini and posted to our facebook page will also win two tickets to the Dew tour. Remember style still means something so make it steezy.

Little waves look like they're going to stick around all week so keep the log handy and be ready to glide!

World Cup Fever!!!

It all starts TODAY!!! The 2010 World cup hosted by South Africa!!! I have been waiting four years for the greatest sporting event in the world to happen again. Soccer really is the greatest game in the world and the World Cup bring out passion that you only see once every 4 years. If you know me you know I am not a sports guy. I don't pay to much attention to the NFL, MBL, or the NBA, and I am proud to say I am not a member of Red Socks Nation. Everything about the cup is epic, the game, the fans, the international sportsmanship. People die for their teams, people will kill for their teams! In the cup there are no silver medals, no sharing of the podium, second place really is just the first loser... The next moth is gonna be epic! On game can change it all!!! Get some!!!

Big news from Lost. Mick, Dusty, Dane, and Gilmore have all been added to the Team!!!!

Wicked Pissa Guy!

Waves are awesome right now. I had a great 3 hour session this morning and I got to tell you there is something special about that Lost Motivator!!! Still stoked beyond belief with that board. Matt Biolis is a geneous, you have to get a Lost to know what I am talking about! Ride a Lost it's all you need! And speaking of Lost I just realized they updated their website. Tons of rad stuff to waist time with. They have pictures of the boards from a bunch of different angles now. The Mayhem blog is pretty entertaining also. Have a look HERE.

The surfs looks like it should be really fun tomorrow too! Get on it early and shred like you life depended on it!

StoneYour.TV

Good afternoon. It's wet and I am waiting for the waves to build. Hopefully we'll see some messy waist high peaks by dark and they'll be clean and fun in the morning. Until then Check out the new ESM magazine featuring a cover shot and other work by Hampton's own and local VAN driver Brian Nevins. You can pick up a free copy here or browse the mag in it's entirerty over at ESM's website. I posted a bunch of videos below. Full screen them all and wait for those waves to pick up or the skatepark to open at 3. All the videos are coming from Volcom's StoneYour.TV which is a great way to entertain yourself and waist some time. There is so much great stuff there you have to check it out!


If you missed it the Maloof Money Cup well that's a bummer because it was awesome. Chris Cole took top honors and the $100K and one of our team riders, Manny Santiago took a top ten finish in the AM division. This little video is a hid def slow mow of the pro finals. Enjoy!


Gavin Beschen talks about roots and what surfing means to him! This dude and his brother have become some of my favorite surfers in the past couple years...

Gerry and Herbie talk about growing up in the golden age of Pipe and what it means to them today. It is a three part series and about 30 minutes long, but perfect for a rainy day.







More boards from Almost, Enjoi, Blind today including the new DOUBLE IMPACT. Skateboarding is getting tech! This Enjoi series is the best!


Surf tomorrow! Everybody at the Beach!!!