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…LOST Carbon Wrap Technology …LOST surfboards have long been at the forefront of progress, but now they have taken an even bigger step into the future. The carbon wrap technology available on most boards is a patented surfboard technology that improves flex and performance, making boards snappier and more responsive. The idea originated with Gold Coast designer Dan MacDonald, and leads to lightweight boards that don’t sacrifice strength. It eliminates the need for a wooden stringer, and leads to advanced flex characteristics that make the board feel more alive. The carbon wraps from the bottom, along the rails onto the...

What is THUNDERBOLT TECHNOLOGY Available CHISHOLM CJ NELSON Models and TOLHURST HARLEY INGLEBY MODELS Audio Harley Ingleby: (Start 1:49) - Billy Tolhurst and I have worked really closely for over 15 years. And, we’ve not only always tried to push ourselves about shapes and designs, but also with different blanks and laminations. We’ve been working for a couple of years behind the scenes with Thunderbolt Technologies. It’s just been amazing to work really closely with them and push that to a new level. I’ve worked with other sandwich constructions before, which have been okay, but to be able to work with Thunderbolt Technologies and I’ve really...

Surf industry pioneer,, Jack O'Neill at his cliff-side home in Santa Cruz,Ca - http://www.sfgate.com/ When Jack O’Neill introduced the wetsuit in 1952, he couldn’t have known the impact his new product would have. All Jack wanted was to surf for longer periods of time in San Francisco, where the average water temp was in the mid-50s. But 60 years later, wetsuits have advanced to the point where we can surf water in places like Iceland and Alaska, all the way down to the slushy freezing point. Wetsuits are made by dozens of surf companies and boutique brands specializing in high-quality...

HAWAIIAN SOUTH SHORE MONTHLY MEMBER NEWSLETTER   Why are you always on the Wrong Side? We travel to Japan often, and when we fly there, we either fly into Narita or Nagoya. For the longest time, I couldn't figure out why my wife was always in the way. What I mean is that when we would land and get on the escalator, she was always on the wrong side. I don't know whether you've been to Japan, but if you have, perhaps you’ve noticed that most people stand on the left side of the escalator. Tokyo This allows people who are in a hurry to walk past everyone else on the right side of the escalator. It's like being on...

THIS IS A REPOST FROM V SEPTEMBER 27, 2016POINT PANIC RECAP & RESULTS 1 of 35 Grid View Congratulations to B.K Holt & Kai Santos for winning the Bodysurfing & Handboarding Divisions of the 2016 Point Panic Experience! These individuals were also the only two wave riders whom advanced to both final heats on both days of competition. Though the surf was small, clean and somewhat inconsistent, all 50+ contestants took full advantage of the opportunity provided. From a fired-up 11-year old beach entry grommet to the small handful of elders in their 60’s, these pure wave riders came to...

2016 Point Panic Experience BodySurf - HandBoard Congratulations to B.K Holt & Kai Santos for winning the Bodysurfing & Handboarding Divisions of the 2016 Point Panic Experience!  These individuals were also the only two wave riders whom advanced to both final heats on both days of competition.  Though the surf was small, clean and somewhat inconsistent, all 50+ contestants took full advantage of the opportunity provided.  From a fired-up 11-year old beach entry grommet to the small handful of elders in their 60’s, these pure wave riders came to Point Panic from the islands of Hawaii and Kauai, Australia, North...

 This year we are honored to be part of the VISSLA & DaFin Point Panic Bodysurfing Experience which will include a first-time handboard division after the first day of Bodysurfing.  As VISSLA & DaFin were planing the event with event director Kanekoa Crabbe, it occurred to me that I really don’t know Kanekoa very well. Check out our interview with him below: Kanekoa's favorite pastime on the South Shore is bodysurfing Point Panic! When and what inspired you to bodysurf? I started bodysurfing in 1979 when my mom and dad placed me on the shoreline at sandy beach.  As a naked infant who couldn't walk yet, my young parents would watch me eat sand until the...

2016 Point Panic Experience BodySurf - HandBoard Vissla, DaFiN and Hawaiian South Shore are proud to present the iconic bodysurfing and handboarding contest, Point Panic Experience! This year will be the 8th annual Point Panic contest, which runs in the form of a two-day, wave-filled, stoke fest. Point Panic is one of very few bodysurfing contests with a 3 month holding period, running from July 15th until October 15th, 2016. Why so long? Because for Point Panic, conditions have to be perfect -- 90 feet and glassy. The wait is worth it. Competitors and spectators flood the South Shore of Oahu to join the madness,...

https://vimeo.com/161112605 The other day I was watching the Fiji Pro on WSL.com, and kept seeing an ad between heats where a young kid would ask his father, “Dad, what’s VISSLA?” After seeing this short video a few times, I realized that I, too, didn’t really know what VISSLA was, aside from a new surf brand that is popping up on t-shirts all over the place. So I figured I should check the brand out and see what all the hubbub was about. And as it turned out, it was nothing like I expected. Paul Naude - Picture from business.transworld.net Paul...

WHO IS BRINK SURFBOARDS Donald Brink, 34, was born and raised in South Africa. He started surfing at the age of 15 after his family relocated to the coast, and quickly developed a fascination for surfboard design and dynamics. After a few years of observing in the shaping room, Donald gained the confidence in 2005 to wield a planer for the first time. Today he continues to hone his craft, while taking the art of shaping down some unconventional paths. Donald looks at each board as an extension of the rider’s feet, building each custom board according the surfer’s stance....

Hey check out this email I just received from Matt Biolos of Lost Surfboards…let me know if your interested, if you are just email me. sales@hawaiiansouthshore.com - David Hey Everyone…spread the word…. We can do them with any Classic MR air spray, or also with The Son Of Cobra resin art…or clear, light and  and white. Glass on twins…FCS2 or Futures, up to you. MARK RICHARDS U.S SHAPING TRIP | ORDER NOW! Feeling that Twin Fin resurgence bubbling up, but not confident enough of proven performance to pull the trigger? Why take a chance, here’s your opportunity to get a...

DaFin Vissla Colab High Performance Extremely Powerful Used by the worlds best watermen Official fin of the United States Lifesaving Association Official fin of the Hawaiian Lifeguard Association Ultra Comfortable 100% Natural Rubber Comfortable Foot Pocket – No chafe! Lightweight Worn on either foot Float in salt water!

The man that started it all almost 4 years ago Doug Walker Big Mahalo To Doug for giving us the opportunity to sponsor the event. July 29th 2016 will be a day to remember. https://vimeo.com/128198360 Roughly eight years ago, commercial film editor Doug Walker found himself experiencing a crossroads; he was craving a return to his beach culture roots. It was around this time when his wife handed him the gift of a video camera with the simple request to go out and create something he loved. The very next day, Walker traveled to Southern California; unbeknownst to him, the...

Newsletter June 2016 Surf Boutique June Newsletter 2 EVENTS IN JULY DON'T MISS IT Newsletter contents Do you Make Yours? I don't Shine Rotator Cuff Tears EVENT Saturday July 23rd 2016 6pm to 9pm at Hawaiian South Shore Makai Parking lot. Silent Auction Live music, Beer, wine Food trucks Last year ’s event Access Surf raised close to $14,000! Help them raise more. Come join one the Happy Bunch of volunteers Member of the Month Kevin Gousse EVENT Friday July 29th Movie Night Book Release "Lost and Found" Party at Hawaiian South Shore Legendary guest USED BOARDS June 2016Reward Member...

Reinventing the Log Getting to Know Bill Stewart, Father of the Modern Longboard Bill Stewart in front of his air brush in front of his surfshop Bill Stewart is said to be the father of the modern longboard, but his influence started long before curves became cool again. In 1967, Stewart was repairing dings and experimenting with shorter surf craft as the Shortboard Revolution came into full swing. He’d cut down old longboards into shorter designs, then take what he’d learned and build on it the next time. By the time he invented the Hydro Hull he was already established...