Surf Tips & Articles
Buy it Once, Buy it Right
In a world filled with disposable products and short-term fixes, we take immense pride...
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Almond R-Series vs. "Other Soft Tops"
There are plenty of soft top surfboards on the market, but to be honest, I...
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Why the 8'0 R-Series Joy is the Best Surfboard for Novice Surfers
The main goal for any beginner surfer is to find a surfboard that allows them...
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Surf Smarter, Not Harder
One key feature of our surfboards—and something we frequently discuss in the shop—is how we’ve...
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A Working Theory of Trends
The following is a working theory that I have been thinking about a lot lately,...
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Our First Asymmetrical Board Model
We are very pleased to share with you our very first asymmetrical surfboard model—we built...
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The Search for Volcano Island
Join us for a premier of Ben Weiland and Bobcat Davis' new surf film: The...
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Our Biggest Collaboration Ever is Coming Soon
In a couple weeks, we are releasing a project that we have been pouring our...
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What to Look for When Buying A Noserider
Equipment selection is a critical part of enjoying your surfing experience. Whether you're looking for...
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My Most Embarrassing Wipeout
I'm working on a 2.0 version of Almond's Guide to Your First Year of Surfing...
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180 Degrees South | Saturday, September 7
We have been working on a collaboration with our friend Jeff Johnson for the last...
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Closing the Books on Custom Orders
On September 1, we are going to be temporarily closing the books on custom surfboard...
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