Return of the Empty Wave Photo Contest
9 days ago
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Photos and videos of really good surfing are great...
The Antidote to Brain Rot
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I've been thinking about how absurd it is that we even need a term like this... But here we are.
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Joy vs. Pleasant Pheasant
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Built for every day, designed for every season.
Helping surfers choose between the Joy and the Pl...
The Reason Most Surfers Quit
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The reason most surfers quit early on in their surf journey, is because they never catch enough w...
Surfboard Design is Cyclical
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Surfboard design—like fashion—is cyclical.
In the early days of Almond (2007 to 2010), fishes wer...
The Best Surfboard for Beginner Surfers
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What's the best surfboard for beginner surfers?
Quick Answer: The best surfboard for beginners i...
If You Could Only Ride One Surfboard, This is the One I Would Recommend
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I'm a firm believer that your surfboard quiver should be approached like a bag of golf clubs... a...
Warm Water + Thin Crowds = September Surfing
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Everyone calls Labor Day the “end of summer.” Schools are back in session, family vacations wind ...
What if Longevity is the Goal?
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Surfing often gets measured in terms of peak moments—the best wave of your life, the biggest turn...
Early & Often | August '25 Recap
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Once a month (or so) we drop a pin and invite you all to join us in the water to share a few wave...
Speed, Control, and Speed-Control
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I just had as much fun as I’ve had on a surfboard this year.
Surfers and shapers often talk about...
Inside the Process: Porsche × Almond
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The most rewarding brand collaborations are the ones where both sides show up ready to bring thei...
For the Joy of Surfing
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Whether you prefer to call surfing a sport, a lifestyle, or a dance, one thing is for certain... ...
R-Series Reviews by Ian from Boardshop UK
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Want to hear an honest review of the R-Series from Boardshop in the United Kingdom? Tune into th...
Is Your Local Spot Feeling Extra Crowded?
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It's July and chances are your local surf break looks like a Where's Waldo illustration.
If you ...
Early & Often | July '25 Recap
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Once a month, we drop a pin and invite you to join us in the water for a surf. It's our way of g...
Almond x Ranger Station
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We teamed up with our friends in Nashville to create a candle specifically for folks missing the scent of fresh ocean air. It’s called the Land-Locked Surfer Candle — any time you find yourself far from the sea, light it up and let the smells of the ocean bring you back.
Why we chose the 72 Carrera RS 2.7
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When we started talking about a second collaboration with Porsche, we kept coming back to one car...
Porsche x Almond - Part II
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Our second collaboration with Porsche draws inspiration from the legendary 1972 911 Carrera RS 2.7 — a car known for its performance, rarity, and timeless silhouette. We shaped a 6’ winged-swallowtail single fin as a nod to both the evolution of surfboard design in the 1970s and the speed-driven spirit of the RS 2.7. Designed for clean lines and smooth speed, this board is hand-built in California and offered in three period-correct Porsche colors.
A Spirit of Curiosity
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I think one of the things that has served me best in life is a spirit of curiosity—a mindset I pi...
The Ultimate Family Surfboard
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The R-Series is built to be a family board.
It's not a hard board, but it almost surfs like one...
Early & Often Recap: May 2025
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On Saturday morning we gathered to share a few waves in Newport as part of our regularly schedule...
Two Surfboards in One
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A number of friends have recently forwarded me links to several new, ambitious companies who are ...
Surf Spots You Should Know: Doheny
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A Brief Look at California's First State Beach
Doheny State Beach—affectionately known as Doho—is...
Never Ride a Beach Cruiser Down a Mountain Bike Trail
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Imagine bringing a beach cruiser up the chairlift at a ski mountain and attempting to ride the si...
Get to Know: The Special Recipe Fish
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When we first started building boards in the early 2000's, twin fin fishes were all the rage.
One...
Even Two Foot Waves Can Be "Firing"
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At Almond, our whole ethos can be summed up pretty simply: We want to help you surf more.
Not jus...
Stop Waiting for the Waves to Be Perfect
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When I dream of perfect waves, I picture a chest-high left point break—just enough juice to ride ...
Reclaim the Golden Era of Surfing
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The smell of surf wax, the taste of saltwater, the sound of waves crashing on the shore—the littl...
Wear Your Ignorance Like a Badge of Honor
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A couple of summers ago, I decided I wanted to try my hand at archery. I had grown up shooting a ...
Celebrating 16 Years
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On Saturday morning, we celebrated 16 years of Almond Surf Shop the best way we know how...
We st...
Community Market @ Rivian Venice
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Join us on Saturday March 22 at RIVIAN Venice Beach for a special community market—followed by a ...
Look Where You Want to Go
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Featured photo: Abe Kislevitz
Whether you’re riding a surfboard, a bicycle, or driving a car, o...
Know Who You Serve
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With our 16-year anniversary coming up this weekend, I’ve been reflecting on the highs and lows o...
We're Building
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The first quarter of the year is the perfect time for building. Spring is not here yet; Summer is...
The Lost Art of Slowing Down
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I get the feeling that the fable of The Tortoise and the Hare should deeply offend our modern sen...