Surf Splendor
525 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 593 ratingsConversations and stories about surfing. www.SurfSplendorPodcast.com email: [email protected]
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268 – Maurice Cole: Part 2
May 16, 2019 02:54 - 1 hourThe enigmatic MC returns to discuss the aftermath from his first podcast appearance, Sunny Garcia, the concept of “sustainability” in surfboards, the 2019 Bells Beach Pro, and how confronting vulnerability is allowing him dispel past trauma. It’s a a doozy of an episode. Strap in. If you need help and guidance managing depression please refer … Continue reading "268 – Maurice Cole: Part 2" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
267 – Dick Van Straalen
May 08, 2019 23:25 - 1 hourIconic Queensland shaper Dick Van Straalen shares his origin story and details how living with dyslexia has informed his surfing and surfboard building. He discusses helpful treatment strategies and explains how his acute mindset has empowered him to pioneer material usage and design theory for the past 60 years. Follow @Dick.VanStraalen and https://www.dickvanstraalen.com/ Today’s show … Continue reading "267 – Dick Van Straalen" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...
266 – Post Script: Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
April 29, 2019 01:26 - 24 minutesWelcome back to Post Script, a quick overview of each event on the WSL championship tour. Today, a review of the off season and recap of the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach. Supported by Finatic.com, use promo code “podcast” to support this show and get your first month free. Coming off of the Snapper event, … Continue reading "266 – Post Script: Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
265 – Kinaroad’s Shaping Robot
April 26, 2019 01:08 - 1 hourDavid visits the Gold Coast of Australia to chat with Scott Fenton of Kinaroad to learn about their shaping robot and their plans to fortify domestic board building, increase wages for laminators, eliminate inefficiencies in the traditional board building model, and improve replicability for higher volume board brands. Enjoy! Visit Kinaroad.com And support enter to … Continue reading "265 – Kinaroad’s Shaping Robot" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
264 – Bruce Ragan of Quiet Flight Surfboards
April 19, 2019 18:50 - 1 hourAfter a three year walkabout in his mid twenties, Quiet Flight’s lead shaper Bruce Ragan returned to shaping with a revitalized passion that has fueled his craft for the past thirty years. In today’s episode he discusses the perils that face teen pro-am surfers, competing with oversized retailers in Cocoa Beach, how real estate development … Continue reading "264 – Bruce Ragan of Quiet Flight Surfboards" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
263 – NYC Artist Richard Phillips
April 11, 2019 02:39 - 1 hourNYC painter Richard Phillips found surfing later in life. He restructured his life to accommodate his newfound obsession and in the last two decades surfing has inextricably informed his work and his relationships. In today’s show Phillips discusses working with Andy Warhol, making a surf film with Lindsey Lohan, surfing Pipeline for the first time, … Continue reading "263 – NYC Artist Richard Phillips" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
262 – Post Script: Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast
April 08, 2019 19:50 - 15 minutesWelcome back to Post Script, a quick overview of each event on the WSL championship tour. Today, a review of the off season and recap of the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast. Supported by Finatic.com, use promo code “podcast” to support this show and get your first month free. When we signed off the 2018 season, … Continue reading "262 – Post Script: Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
261 – Darren Handley
April 04, 2019 19:56 - 1 hourIn today’s episode Darren Handley of DHD Surfboards details his first encounters with Stephanie Gilmore and Mick Fanning, he explains the challenges of scaling his business internationally and why he’s chosen to outsource some of his manufacturing. He explains how a new shaping robot has improved his business and his 5 years plan to in … Continue reading "261 – Darren Handley" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
260 – Shark Attack Survivor: Brett Connellan
March 28, 2019 19:18 - 1 hourAt the age of 22, Brett Connellan was surfing his local beach when he suffered the intense impact from the jaws of a Great White shark. Through the attack, Brett lost the majority of his left thigh and sustained serious damage to his hand, but he also gained a profoundly empowering perspective that has allowed … Continue reading "260 – Shark Attack Survivor: Brett Connellan" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
259 – Nick Carroll and Donald Brink
March 23, 2019 04:08 - 52 minutesAustralian surf writer Nick Carroll inquires about all things asymmetry with South African board builder Donald Brink. Nick’s been quietly surveying the broad acceptance of asymmetrical board design in the US and he quizzes Donald on design theory, Australia’s late acceptance, design limitations, and whether or not symmetrical boards have ever even existed. Enjoy! Follow … Continue reading "259 – Nick Carroll and Donald Brink" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
258 – Ricky Carroll
March 17, 2019 10:23 - 1 hourFlorida board builder Ricky Carroll illuminates the pioneers of Brevard County whom paved his path while sharing his origin story, his tribulations as a mechanic, and how licensing other board labels has allowed RC Surfboards to thrive. Enjoy! Follow @RickyCarrollSurfboards and @SurfSplendor Here’s the USA Today article where Ricky returns the stolen board to board … Continue reading "258 – Ricky Carroll" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
257 – Sean Doherty
March 11, 2019 06:08 - 1 hourAustralian writer and surf media mainstay Sean Doherty has become the unintentional tip of the spear in a public fight against a giant oil company. In today’s show he details the #FightForTheBight and misinformation that all Australian’s need to know. We then discuss his outlook on printed surf media and what adjustments will be required … Continue reading "257 – Sean Doherty" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
256 – Charles Mencel: Shaper and English Professor
February 27, 2019 16:07 - 1 hourEnglish professor and surfboard shaper Charles Mencel talks about rescuing drunken tourists from pounding surf at the Jersey shore, crafting literary-minded college students, managing time for maximum efficiency, and value of building boards for local community. Enjoy! Follow @Mencel_Surfboards and purchase through BarewireSurfShop.com View this post on Instagram Professor Mencel, between classes and saving drunken … Continue reading "256 – Charles Mencel: Shaper and English Professor" Learn ...
255 – Josh Kerr
February 21, 2019 19:52 - 1 hourJosh Kerr launched on to the world scene with two Air Show World Championships before the age of 20. After suffering a severe leg break he reset and found a home on the World Tour. During those 7 years, Josh’s family traveled with him and he developed a passion for entrepreneurship. Upon retiring from competition … Continue reading "255 – Josh Kerr" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
254 – Torren Martyn and Ishka Folkwell
February 14, 2019 16:19 - 54 minutesIn the new film, “Thank You, Mother”, Ishka Folkwell showcases Torren Martyn’s surfing on Simon Jones boards to craft an abstract narrative which highlighting that life design and board design are at their fullest expression when simplicity is employed. Torren and Ishka chat with David about the film, collaborating with Albe Falzon, and how to connect … Continue reading "254 – Torren Martyn and Ishka Folkwell" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
253 – Grain Surfboards: Mike LaVecchia
February 07, 2019 16:27 - 1 hourIn today’s episode we chat with Grain Surfboards co-founder Mike LaVecchia. Based in York, Maine, Grain builders hollow, framed, locally sourced wood surfboards. Mike’s background in boat building and his reverence for historic surf craft positioned him uniquely to push hollow framed board construction into a new design era. He chats about the value of … Continue reading "253 – Grain Surfboards: Mike LaVecchia" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bonus – 252 – Building Brand Awareness Through Podcasting
January 26, 2019 23:36 - 34 minutesRecorded at Surf Expo 2019, David Lee Scales and Chas Smith discuss new opportunities for brands to communicate their messaging through podcasting and how they utilize the Surf Splendor podcast network to access a broader audience, tell richer stories, and actively engage their fans. Topics covered include; podcasting 101, the anti-commercial, the value of intimacy, … Continue reading "Bonus – 252 – Building Brand Awareness Through Podcasting" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
251 – BoardPorn
January 23, 2019 02:49 - 1 hourFounder of one of surfing’s most famous social media profiles BoardPorn, Ron Shine discusses his start as an anonymous surfboard hoarder, the responsibility that comes with influence, his anti-advertising model, and he shares his thoughts on the imported surfboard debate. Also, author of Ice Cream Headaches, Ed Thompson joins us. Enjoy the show! Follow @BoardPorn … Continue reading "251 – BoardPorn" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
250 – Switchfoot
January 16, 2019 20:20 - 1 hourSan Diego band of surfers “Switchfoot” has sold millions of albums and won a Grammy over the past 20 years. I chatted with them on the eve of the release of their 11th album to discuss Gabriel Medina’s Pipe Master’s domination, prioritizing swell with work and family life, shaping surfboards, and how to honor one’s … Continue reading "250 – Switchfoot" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
249 – Derek Hynd
January 03, 2019 06:07 - 2 hoursIn today’s episode Derek Hynd recounts his professional history and offers lessons for how surfing can learn past mistakes. He tells the vivid details of losing his eye (and permanent eyesight) while surfing heat. He spills the sordid details of his little black book (all 4 of them). He explains how he invented “The Search” … Continue reading "249 – Derek Hynd" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
248 – Maurice Cole
December 27, 2018 22:13 - 2 hoursIn today’s episode Maurice Cole contemplates recent tragedy and candidly laments compromising his integrity to chase business goals. He shares the story of a business failure and how the associated stress led to his body developing cancer. He explains why every surf brand has failed after going public and how he’s personally lost millions of … Continue reading "248 – Maurice Cole" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
247 – Momentum Generation director Michael Zimbalist
December 11, 2018 05:23 - 57 minutesFilmmaker Michael Zimbalist talks about the process and journey to make Momentum Generation. From 9 hour interviews with Kelly Slater, which characters and storylines got cut, Michael Zimbalist reveals gossip he unearthed within the hundreds of hours of archived Taylor Steele footage, and why HBO was interested in helping share a surf story. This interview … Continue reading "247 – Momentum Generation director Michael Zimbalist" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
246 – Mike Rowe: Hooked Surfboards
December 05, 2018 22:04 - 1 hour? The Outer Banks are barrier islands off the coast of the US state of North Carolina, separating the Atlantic Ocean from the mainland. They are a 200 mile long sand bar that are constantly changing with storms and general tides that shift the sand. It’s home to some of the best waves on the … Continue reading "246 – Mike Rowe: Hooked Surfboards" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
245 – Donald Brink
November 29, 2018 17:09 - 39 minutesSurfboard shaper Donald Brink has been a recurring guest on this show. Donny sustained a significant injury while surfing recently and it’s inspired him reexamine life’s pieces. In today’s show, I chat with Donny about the setback, how it’s propelling him forward, and he takes us along to South Africa to track down the person … Continue reading "245 – Donald Brink" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
244 – Jamie Brisick
November 23, 2018 17:48 - 2 hoursToday’s episode was recorded in the home of Jamie Brisick, which has since been vanquished by the Malibu fires. We’re replaying this episode in homage to Jamie’s home and anyone who lost their home in the California fires. Consider supporting the rebuilding efforts by donating to the Wildfire Relief Fund. Thank you and enjoy today’s … Continue reading "244 – Jamie Brisick" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
243 – Jeff Timpone
November 15, 2018 15:04 - 1 hourJeff Timpone has been building surfboards for 50 years. Not only is he one of the world’s most experienced shapers, he’s also on the cutting edge of sustainable surfboard manufacturing. In today’s show Jeff discusses his moral conflict about leaving California to surf Hawaii during the Vietnam draft. He reflects on early experiences with iconic … Continue reading "243 – Jeff Timpone" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
242 – Matt Meola
November 09, 2018 05:22 - 1 hourMatt Meola is among the top aerialist in the world. He surfs Jaws. He’s a commercial fisherman and recreational bow hunter. He went to high-school with Willie Nelson’s kids. He’s one of the most interesting and talented surfers in the world, in his prime, and in today’s conversation we chat about the challenges he faces … Continue reading "242 – Matt Meola" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
241 – On Boards with Dave Parmenter and Ryan Martz: Part Four
October 24, 2018 16:51 - 1 hourIn part four of On Boards Ryan Martz explains the health and environmental concerns of glassing surfboards and breaks down wages for surfboard laborers. Parmenter further illuminates the economics of board building, why some surfboard manufacturing has been outsourced, the strengths and weaknesses of that business model as well as the environmental, health, and economic … Continue reading "241 – On Boards with Dave Parmenter and Ryan Martz: Part Four" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
240 – On Boards with Dave Parmenter (& Fletch): Part Three
October 17, 2018 15:02 - 1 hour? In part three of On Boards, we meet master laminator Doug Fletcher (aka Fletch). Last week Dave Parmenter began to explain what happens after a surfboard is shaped. This week we Fletch and Parmenter detail vacuum bagging, what causes delamination, the pros and cons of polyester resin versus epoxy regarding strength, longevity, and health … Continue reading "240 – On Boards with Dave Parmenter (& Fletch): Part Three" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
239 – On Boards with Dave Parmenter: Part Two
October 10, 2018 15:32 - 1 hourIn part two of On Boards, Dave Parmenter walks us through the process of ordering a surfboard. He then illuminates some of the health and environmental concerns with working with foam, why it’s important for board builders to shift their focus towards conservation, and we begin to unpack the details of laminating. Enjoy! Dave Parmenter … Continue reading "239 – On Boards with Dave Parmenter: Part Two" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
238 – On Boards with Dave Parmenter: Part One
October 03, 2018 19:06 - 1 hourIntroducing part one of On Boards with Dave Parmenter. This conversation began when Parmenter sent me an email after listening to my episode with Greg Martz of the Waterman’s Guild. Dave has been on the show 3 times prior and while we always discussed surfboard design, we had left some very large gaps of information … Continue reading "238 – On Boards with Dave Parmenter: Part One" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
003 – Wave Pools: A Tidal Surge
September 19, 2018 22:32 - 22 minutesWelcome to back to Creators & Innovators presented by Vissla. Each month we seek to distill the character traits, motivations, and the daily rituals of creatives in hopes of developing a blueprint for how to disrupt norms, innovate, and creator in one’s own space. Today we focus our attention on a specific trend that is … Continue reading "003 – Wave Pools: A Tidal Surge" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
237 – Post Script: Surf Ranch Pro & Space
September 14, 2018 03:00 - 22 minutesWelcome back to Post Script, a quick concise overview of each event on the WSL championship tour. Today, a recap of the Surf Ranch Pro and review John John Florence’s new film, “Space”. Supported by Finatic.com, use promo code “podcast” to support this show and get your first month free. The 2018 Surf Ranch Pro … Continue reading "237 – Post Script: Surf Ranch Pro & Space" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
236 – Off Script, Day 4: Hurley Surf Ranch Pro
September 09, 2018 23:36 - 57 minutesWelcome to Off Script presented by Hurley; behind the scenes at the Surf Ranch Pro (also) presented by Hurley. Today we catch insights from finalist Sebastien Zietz, 2018 Rookie of the Year hopeful Wade Carmichael, two groms who just won golden tickets to surf, Nick Carroll spills insider gossip about Surf Ranch rental fees and … Continue reading "236 – Off Script, Day 4: Hurley Surf Ranch Pro" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
235 – Off Script, Day 3: Hurley Surf Ranch Pro
September 09, 2018 00:30 - 52 minutesWelcome to Off Script presented by Hurley; behind the scenes conversations with the athletes, coaches, and WSL team at the Surf Ranch Pro (also) presented by Hurley. Today we meet a Pismo Beach surfer who drove inland to gamble at Tachi and witness surf history. Nick Carroll and Chas Smith debate the merits of … Continue reading "235 – Off Script, Day 3: Hurley Surf Ranch Pro" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
234 – Off Script, Day 2: Hurley Surf Ranch Pro
September 07, 2018 23:29 - 52 minutesWelcome to Off Script presented by Hurley; behind the scenes conversations with the athletes, coaches, and WSL team at the Surf Ranch Pro (also) presented by Hurley. Today we meet the only permament resident of Surf Ranch, a 20 year old who was taught to surf by Raimana 3 years and now gets shacked on … Continue reading "234 – Off Script, Day 2: Hurley Surf Ranch Pro" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
233 – Off Script, Day 1: Hurley Surf Ranch Pro
September 07, 2018 01:58 - 1 hourWelcome to Off Script presented by Hurley; behind the scenes conversations with the athletes, coaches, and WSL team at the Surf Ranch Pro (also) presented by Hurley. Today we delve into the history of Lemoore, chat about Kelly’s home court advantage, and this event will influence ocean events. We chat with Rosey Hodge, Alex Gray, … Continue reading "233 – Off Script, Day 1: Hurley Surf Ranch Pro" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
232 – Britt Merrick
August 29, 2018 14:51 - 1 hourLead designer at Channel Islands Surfboards, lead pastor at Reality family of churches, Britt Merrick talks about his role shaping boards for World Tour athletes, how losing a daughter challenges one’s faith, and how to scale a business globally without sacrificing quality and family values. Enjoy. Follow @CISurfboards and CISurfboards.com This episode was sponsored … Continue reading "232 – Britt Merrick" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
231 – Mick Fanning
August 23, 2018 14:39 - 1 hourMick Fanning is equally well-known for his 3 world titles as he is for overcoming adversity. He lost a brother at age 16, recovered from a potentially career ending injury at 23, and at the age of 34, survived a shark attack and lost another brother on the morning of the finals where the fate … Continue reading "231 – Mick Fanning" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
230 – 5 Minute Recap: Tahiti Pro
August 22, 2018 04:28 - 14 minutesWelcome back to the 5 Minute Recap. A quick concise overview of each event on the WSL championship tour. Today, a recap of the Tahiti Pro Teahupo’o. Supported by Finatic.com, use promo code “podcast” to support this show and get your first month free. All eyes were on Filipe Toledo as we approached the 2018 … Continue reading "230 – 5 Minute Recap: Tahiti Pro" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
229 – How To: Grovel
August 15, 2018 03:59 - 1 hourToday’s episode is an analysis of the history and design of the Groveler surfboard. Experts enlisted herein are Britt Merrick of Channel Islands Surfboards, Tim Stamps of Stamps Surfboards, Matt Parker from Album Surfboards, and Dane Hantz of Vulcan Surfboards. They detail the Grovel’s origin, application, outline, contours, fin set-up, and the unique role the … Continue reading "229 – How To: Grovel" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
228 – Christine Brailsford Caro of Furrow Surfcraft
August 08, 2018 01:30 - 52 minutesWelcome back to Creators & Innovators, where we seek to distill the character traits, motivations, and the daily rituals of creatives in hopes of developing a blueprint for how to disrupt norms and innovate in one’s own space. Today we bring a conversation with surfboard shaper Christine Brailsford Caro. Christine shares how her early … Continue reading "228 – Christine Brailsford Caro of Furrow Surfcraft" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
227 – 5 Minute Recap: Vans US Open of Surfing
August 06, 2018 03:36 - 10 minutesWelcome back to the 5 Minute Recap. A quick concise overview of each event on the WSL championship tour. Today, a recap of the Vans US Open of Surfing. Supported by Finatic.com, use promo code “podcast” to support this show and get your first month free. The 2018 US Open of Surfing at Huntington Beach, … Continue reading "227 – 5 Minute Recap: Vans US Open of Surfing" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
226 – Almonds Surfboards: Dave Allee
August 01, 2018 02:15 - 1 hour10 years ago, at the age of 22, Dave Allee signed the lease to a retail space on Newport Blvd. He partnered with surfboard shaper Griffin Neumann-Kyle to launch Almond Surfboards, built in the traditional of classic California surf brands, but forward thinking and community focused. In today’s show we discuss brand building, burnout, managing … Continue reading "226 – Almonds Surfboards, Dave Allee" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
225 – Introducing Creators & Innovators
July 11, 2018 04:41 - 51 minutesWelcome to Creators & Innovators. Each month we’ll seek to distill the character traits, motivations, and the daily rituals of creatives in hopes of developing a blueprint for how to disrupt norms and innovate in one’s own space. Today we bring a conversation with professional surfer, journalist, and PhD chemist, Cliff Kapono. Dr. Kapono shares … Continue reading "225 – Introducing Creators & Innovators" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
224 – 5 Minute Recap: Corona Open J-Bay
July 06, 2018 01:48 - 21 minutesWelcome back to the 5 Minute Recap. A quick, concise overview of each event on the WSL championship tour. Today, a recap of the Corona Open J-Bay. Supported by Finatic.com, use promo code “podcast” to support this show and get your first month free. The 2018 Corona Open J-Bay. Oh my. Occasionally this happens for … Continue reading "224 – 5 Minute Recap: Corona Open J-Bay" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
224 – Aaron James, PhD: Surfing with Sartre
June 21, 2018 16:30 - 1 hourToday’s episode is with Dr. Aaron James. A Harvard PhD, professor and chair of philosophy at UC Irvine, James is a lifelong surfer and the author of the new book “Surfing With Sartre: An Aquatic Inquiry Into A Life of Meaning”. The book examines our current era of leisure, the value of centering one’s … Continue reading "224 – Aaron James, PhD: Surfing with Sartre" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
223 – Alex Gray
June 14, 2018 13:17 - 1 hourHow does one make a living as a professional free surfer today? Alex Gray unpacks the tribulations and rewards of chasing swell around the world. Do pro surfers pay for photographers travel? Who finances the safety teams? Where can you sell photos nowadays? How do professionals recoup the investment of surf travel? Alex reveals all, … Continue reading "223 – Alex Gray" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
222 – Dane Gudauskas Unpacks After Fiji
June 13, 2018 05:04 - 1 hourWhilst we watched these massive waves barreling on our tiny hand held screens around the world, the warrior wrestled his broken heart over the ledge and locked into another lifetime wave. Because bravery was backed by preparation and a spiritual yearning for the big picture within his soul. Dane unwraps his mindset and describes the … Continue reading "222 – Dane Gudauskas Unpacks After Fiji" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
221 – Donald Brink: Swell With My Soul
June 07, 2018 15:32 - 1 hourDonald Brink is a lead proponent of asymmetrical surfboard design. A designer since youth, Donald paints, makes plywood fins, and as a surfboard shaper he believes that all board designs can be enhanced with asymmetrical adjustments. On today’s show Donald unveils his new collaboration board with Channel Islands and his new podcast venture, Swell … Continue reading "221 – Donald Brink: Swell With My Soul" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices