Almond Surfboards x The Golden Secrets
Recently, we had the pleasure of building a quiver of custom surfboards for The Golden Secrets, a holistic skincare and wellness brand out of Los Angeles.
Their founder, Jesse Golden, and her son Kaleo Golden are longtime ocean-lovers, and this collaboration was born out of their shared appreciation for timeless craftsmanship, sustainability, and soulful surf culture.
Why The Golden Secrets x Almond?
“The Golden Secrets is rooted in nature, balance, and living with intention—values that surfing embodies. Almond was the perfect partner because they represent that same timeless, soulful approach.” — Jesse Golden
Kaleo, who already surfs at a high level, was especially stoked to put his custom Special Recipe Fish through its paces:
“What surprised me most is the speed this board generates—even across near-flat sections it just takes off. At the same time, it holds its own when the waves are pumping. I came into this a strictly shortboard-only surfer, and now I find myself reaching for a fish more and more.”
A Design With Meaning
The boards feature a motif already beloved by the Golden Secrets community: a sun with a dropper inside, symbolizing both their signature skincare oils and the interconnectedness of everything they create. It’s a nod to the California surf culture of the ’60s—functional art that carries both style and symbolism.
A Family Project
For Jesse, the most meaningful part of this project wasn’t just the design—it was sharing the process with her son:
“This board represents more than a collaboration; it’s a symbol of our values, our creativity, and this precious moment in time.”
At Almond, we love projects that bring people together around surfing—especially when they highlight how the values we share in the water can spill over into other areas of life. A big thanks to The Golden Secrets crew for letting us be part of this one.
We're stoked to partner with like-minded brands and bring unique custom surfboards and gear to life. Big thank you to the Golden Secrets for bringing us in on this project. Learn more about our brand partnerships here.
