San Diego Surf Mag

Futures is ready to give out another set of fins for the next person that can “GUESS THE SPOT”. Below is the spot, you have to post your answer on the comment section below, good luck!

Surfers Village Iphone App

Surfersvillage First in Surfing News iPhone app launched | Free download

The Surfersvillage First in Surfing News iPhone app has been released and is aimed at surfers, the surf-industry, and lifestyle enthusiasts. The launch coincided with Apple’s iPad going on sale in the USA for the first time.

Available to download for free on the Apple App Store, the tool helps surfers, surf-Industry personnel, surf-media, and lifestyle entusiasts keep up to date with the latest news in surfing from around the world. The Surfersvillage iPhone App is the first and only app dedicated to Surfing News.

The Surfersvillage First in Surfing News iPhone app launch version features:

FREE download to users

Content includes:
- International Surfing News
- Surf-Industry News
- Big-Wave News
- Regional Surfing News from;
- Africa
- Australia
- Brazil
- Europe
- Hawaii
- USA

Rob Machado and Bubblegum Wax

Machado of Bubble Gum Surf Wax is making it possible for surfers to find an alternative use for their surf wax packing in his “Machado Bro Deal.”  This eco-inspired cross-promotion allows surfers to put a portion of their Bubble Gum purchase towards post-surf hydration.  Each Rob’s Organik Blend Surf Wax wrapper doubles as  a coupon for $1.00 off Sambazon Acai juice or energy drink products.

Here’s the scoop:

Carlsbad, CA — Bubble Gum Surf Wax announced today that it has teamed up with Sambazon to offer a bro deal to those who purchase Bubble Gum’s Rob Machado inspired surf wax, ROB (Rob’s Organik Blend).

The earth-friendly promotion places a Sambazon coupon on the back of Bubble Gum’s ROB Wax wrapper, which by the way is printed with soy-based ink on recycled brown paper. The coupon has a personalized message from SIMA’s 2009 Waterman of the Year. It says:  “OK, here’s my deal – get $1 off any two Sambazon Acai juices or energy drinks. That should work.”

According to Bubble Gum co-founder, Britt Galland, “it’s a sweet deal, because if you spend a buck on a bar of ROB wax, you get that buck back when you buy Sambazon products.  Sambazon’s Jeremy Black likes the promotion because creates another use for the recycled label and “it enables Rob to share some of his favorite products with his fans and friends.”

Rob Machado is the common denominator for the Bubble Gum and Sambazon brands. He’s been the most visible and respected supporter for Bubble Gum Surf Wax. Rob has also been a Sambazon advocate since the brand’s inception.

Guess The Spot

Guess this spot and win a brand new set of Futures that will be sent directly to you. Just guess this spot and get the goods. Please just post your reply right here at the comments section below. Thanks and good luck.

Surf Film News

Video Preview: Reef’s new surf film, Cancer to Capricorn: Path of the Modern Gypsy

reef movie

Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 7 April, 2010 : – - Video Preview: Reef is releasing it’s new surf film, Cancer to Capricorn: Path of the Modern Gypsy this summer. Taking place between the latitudinal lines of the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, Reef’s new movie documents the search for perfect surf and new cultural experiences on the path of the modern gypsy.

Coming out in the Summer of 2010, Cancer to Capricorn – The Path of The Modern Gypsy, features Mick Fanning, Rob Machado, Tonino Benson, Mike Losness, Ben Bourgeois, Miss Reef and many more.

Trailer Below

Ever so often, we will be posting different photos of spots, all you have to do is leave comments of where you think the spot is. We don’t have any prizes yet to give out, but we will definitely have some soon. For now, give it a shot as a sort of warm up and soon we will get prizes and hook you up for your troubles. here are a couple photos for you to practice with.

Guess The Spot

sacred craft ventura

VARIETY, CULTURE & YATER TRIBUTE HIGHLIGHT SACRED CRAFT VENTURA SCHEDULE

Two day expo features Yater tribute, PT Vs Shaun Tomson, appraisals, art, film, board demos, seminars and much much more.

Encinitas, Ca. (April 2, 2010) –   The widest category range of surfboard designs ever assembled will be on display at the Sacred Craft Consumer Surf Expo in Ventura, Ca. Long, short, no fin, 5 -fin, wide, narrow, thick, thin, old, new, wood, foam, carbon, hand shaped, molded, standup, kneeboard, handplane, you name it, the surfboard is front and center at Sacred Craft. J7, Tomo, Cooperfish, Danny Hess, Fineline, and Wegener are among the many talented craftsman, manufacturers and designers exhibiting at the expo — a full list is below.

“It is not fair and quite frankly rather impossible to pigeon-hole the exhibitors into any one category,” said Expo Director Scott Bass. “Really the only category on display at Sacred Craft is passion; a passion that manifests itself as a cornucopia of surf design ideas with limitless synergy.”

Surfboards remain at the very core of every surfers’ experience and therefore at the core of Sacred Craft. However, in and around the expo are some exciting elements that are sure to stoke the large crowd expected at the Ventura County Fairgrounds.

The Tribute to the Masters Shape-off presented by US Blanks and honoring legend Renny Yater has six shapers (Todd Proctor, Wayne Rich, Matt Moore, Michel Junod, Nick Palandrani, Dennis Ryder) replicating a classic Yater Spoon. In addition, Yater has curated, along with the Surfing Heritage Foundation, a “BOARDS OF RINCON” exhibit; a chronological time-line of the boards ridden at the legendary Queen of the coast.

Transworld SURF is hosting “Surf Nerd”, a trivia game show which will pit former world Champ Peter Townend (1976) against former world champ Shaun Tomson (1978) in a battle of surf trivia knowledge.

In the SurfersVillage Grotto Robb Havassy’s Surf Story Project artist collective studio & gallery will present a unique array talent painting the day away. SURF STORY PROJECT book signings will take place and tons great deals on art. Next door, the Korduroy.tv lounge is running a unique short film program.

Also on tap are the seminars/panel discussion including one fiery topic, The Impact and Ethics of Standup Paddling. Tons of other stuff to see including live glassing, laminating, Young Guns of Shaping demo (featuring PacSun USA Surf Team member Andrew Doheny), art, culture, music, food, and family fun (an HD broadcast of the Masters).

SACRED CRAFT CONSUMER SURF EXPO FULL SCHEDULE

SATURDAY APRIL 10th
7:00a:  MAGICAL MORNING SURFBOARD DEMO presented by Transworld SURF @ C Street
lot – Stables area – free to the public!

10:00a: C STREET surfboard demo ends

10:00a: DOORS OPEN to Sacred Craft Consumer Surf Expo including SurfersVillage Grotto
w/ Rob Havassy’s Surf Story Project artists collective studio & gallery and the
Korduroy.tv short films lounge.

10:00a: LIVE SHAPING demo Michel Junod (9am start) “Tribute to the Masters” competition
honoring Renny Yater presented by US Blanks

10:00a: COLLECTIBLE SURFBOARD & surf memorabilia ‘roadshow’ style appraisals
presented by PRIMO BEER Barry Haun, Kirk Putnam, Sam George, Chris
Simpson, Steve Pezman, Joe Tabler, Irwin Spitz, Keith Maynard Eshelman & Bird
Huffman; others TBD

10:00a: YOUNG GUNS OF SHAPING – live shaping demo Ryan Lovelace presented by
Bubblegum Surf Wax

10:30a: LIVE MUSIC presented by Rhythm – Boo Stubbs

11:15a: LIVE SHAPING demo Wayne Rich “Tribute to the Masters” competition honoring
Renny Yater presented by US Blanks

11:30a: YOUNG GUNS OF SHAPING – live shaping demo Andrew Doheny PacSun USA
National Surf Team member; presented by Bubblegum Surf Wax

12:15p: LIVE MUSIC presented by Rhythm – Kevin White

1:00p:  SURF NERD trivia game World Champ Peter Townend Vs. World Champ Shaun
Tomson presented by Transworld SURF

1:30p:  LIVE SHAPING demo Todd Proctor “Tribute to the Masters” competition honoring
Renny Yater presented by US Blanks

2:00p:  LIVE MUSIC presented by Rhythm – Seth Pettersen and the Undertow

2:00p:  YOUNG GUNS OF SHAPING – live shaping demo Tanner Prairie presented by
Bubblegum Surf Wax

3:45p:  LIVE SHAPING demo Dennis Ryder “Tribute to the Masters” competition honoring
Renny Yater presented by US Blanks

4:00p:  LIVE MUSIC presented by Rhythm – Roman Alexander and The Robbery

4:00p:  LIVE SHAPING demo Twinzer provocateur Will Jobson presented by Bubblegum
Surf Wax

6:00p:  DOORS CLOSED

SUNDAY APRIL 11
10:00a: DOORS OPEN to Sacred Craft Consumer Surf Expo including SurfersVillage Grotto
w/ Rob Havassy’s Surf Story Project artists collective studio & gallery and the
Korduroy.tv short films lounge.

10:00a: LIVE SHAPING demo Matt Moore “Tribute to the Masters” competition honoring
Renny Yater presented by US Blanks.

11:00a: LIVE MUSIC presented by Rhythm – Will Jobson & Friends

11:00a: SEMINAR/DISCUSSION S.E.R.F. Academy Academy combines a challenging
College Prep Curriculum with Environmental, Humanitarian and Ocean Studies in a
setting embracing Outdoor Education, Community Involvement and Surfing.
Presented by Bubble Gum Surf Wax.

11:00a: LIVE SHAPING demo Northern LA’s Ian Zamora presented by PRIMO BEER.

11:45a: SEMINAR/DISCUSSION Standup Paddling Ethics and Impact – Sam George
moderates an explosive issue with panel experts. Presented by Bubble Gum Surf
Wax.

12:15p: LIVE SHAPING demo Nick Palandrani “Tribute to the Masters” competition
honoring Renny Yater presented by US Blanks.

12:30p: LIVE SHAPING demo Gary Murphy of Brownfish Handplanes shapes wooden
handplane. Get close to the source! presented by PRIMO BEER.

1:00p:  LIVE GLASSING DEMO – Solarez Zerovoc UV Cure Epoxy Coating Of EPS Blanks
Gary Fisher and Mike Richardson of Wahoo International Inc, makers of Solarez
UV-Cure resins, will be demonstrating their new 3-minute cure resin for glassing
EPS blanks. Imagine shaping your EPS blank in the morning and surfing it before
noon. Now imagine doing that with a resin that is eco-friendly and incredibly tough.
The new resin, ZEROVOC is exactly what the name implies, Zero VOCs (vapors). It
is a one-part system with no toxic or flammable vapors or hardeners that can cause
allergies to glassers. The insurgence of so many EPS blanks in recent years has
prompted the need for a clean, fast method to glass a strong, light board.
ZEROVOC is it. Presented by Bubble Gum Surf Wax.

*In addition Foam E-Z and Entropy Bio will be laminating in their Booth # F9 on Sat
& Sun.

1:00p: LIVE MUSIC presented by Rhythm – Surfer/Shaper/Musician Ashley Lloyd & Friends

2:00p: SEMINAR/DISCUSSION Fins: Facts and Fiction – Curtis Hesselgrave and Glenn
Hening An Overview of recent developments in fin design as presented at the
Scripps Institution of Oceanography during the 8th Annual Groundswell Society
Conference in 2009. Presented by Bubble Gum Surf Wax.

2:30p: JUDGING – Tribute to the Masters shaping competition honoring Renny Yater.
Presented by US Blanks. Renny Yater, Lauren Yater, Kirk Putnam, Roger Nance.

3:30p: CHECK PRESENTATION $1000 Tribute to the Masters shaping competition honoring
Renny Yater. Presented by US Blanks.

3:30p: LUCKY WINNER ANNOUNCED – Surfboard & surf trip at Joyo’s G-Land Surf Camp.

4:00p: EXPO CLOSES – See you next year!

List of the exhibitors as of 04/02/2010:

44 HIGH SURFBOARDS
ALOHA-CRUZ HAWAIIANA
BRUCE JONES SURFBOARDS
BIRGES PRODUCTS
BROWNFISH HANDPLANES
BOARDFISHER
BUBBLE GUM SURF WAX
CHAD RYAN SURFBOARDS
COASTAL CLASSICS – GRAVETT FINE ART
COOP DEVILLE SURFBOARDS
COOPERFISH SURFBOARDS
DENNIS RYDER SURFBOARDS
DK SURFBOARDS
ENTROPY BIO RESINS
EKSTROM ASYMETRICAL
FACTION SURFBOARDS
FLETCHER CHOUINARD DESIGNS
FIBERGLASS HAWAII VENTURA
FINELINE SURFBOARDS
FIREWIRE SURFBOARDS
FOAM E-Z
FOAM FINS AND FIBERGLASS
FLETCHER CHOUINARD DESIGNS
FUSE-TIGHT EPS
FUTURES FIN SYSTEMS
GRAIN SURFBOARDS
HESS SURFBOARDS
HILBERS/PUTNAM SURF DESIGNS
INT SURFBOARDS
J7 SURFBOARDS
JEFF CLARK SURFBOARDS

JS SURFBOARDS
KANA SURFBOARDS
LOKBOX FIN COMPANY
…LOST SURFBOARDS
MARKO FOAM
MATT MOORE – RINCON DESIGNS
NINEPLUS
OBECHE BOARDS
OKI SURFBOARDS
ON IT PRO
PATAGONIA WETSUITS
PRO-LITE BOARD BAGS AND ACCESSORIES
RAINBOW FIN COMPANY
RESIST SURFBOARDS
RHYTHM
ROBERTS HIGH PERFORMANCE SURFBOARDS
ROBERT AUGUST SURFBOARDS
RON REGALADO PHOTO GRAPHICS
SAVE THE WAVES
SAVE NAPLES
S.E.R.F. ACADEMY
SPENCE SURFBOARDS
SOLAREZ
SOURCE SURFBOARDS – NICK PALANDRANI
STEWART SURFBOARDS
STRETCH SURFBOARDS
STUDIO51.COM
STUDIO 609 BOARD CRAFT
SURF BLANKS AMERICA
SURFRIDER FOUNDATION

SURFTECH
THE SWIFT MOVEMENT
TIMBERLINE SURFBOARDS
TRUE AMES FIN COMPANY
THE SURFING HERITAGE FOUNDATION
THE SURFERS JOURNAL
TRANSWORLD SURF
TRANSWORLD BUSINESS
TOMO SURFBOARDS – DANIEL THOMPSON
UBI – GREG WEBSTER GLASSING
US BLANKS
VENTURA SURF CLUB
WAVE FRONT SURF SHOP
WHITEHOT FOAM
WEGENER SURFBOARDS
WOOD SURFBOARD SUPPLY
YATER SURFBOARDS
ZAMORA SURFBOARDS

WHO: Surfers, Shapers, Designers, Craftsman, Manufacturers

WHAT: Surfboards and the culture that flows from them.

WHEN: April 10 & 11 2010; Sat. 10am-6pm; Sun. 10am-4pm

WHERE: Ventura County Fairgrounds on the point at @ C Street – Go for a surf and then stroll over and check out the expo!

WHY: Because surfers really only care about two things; waves and the equipment to ride them with.

HOW: $10 at the door (U12 free) includes TransWorld SURF subscription and door prizes including surfboard and one week stay at Joyo’s G-Land Surf Camp.

About SACRED CRAFT CONSUMER SURF EXPO
In the beginning, it was all about the surfboard. The only thing that mattered. From ancient Polynesia to the ASP World Championship Tour; from Waikiki to Maverick’s; from The Endless Summer to Surfline; as the eras passed what we’ve worn or said or listened to or traveled to or read or watched are just sidebars on surfing’s timeline. Because the history of our sport is the history of the surfboard. Nothing has defined the surfing experience more than that on which we ride the waves. Nothing defines the surfer more than his (or her) surfboard. So much more than a tool, the surfboard has become a philosophical icon, a sacred craft, a culturally pervasive symbol of freedom, adventure and enduring youth.

Surf Talk Radio

Scott Bass Surf Talk Radio

Down The Line host, Scott Bass, grew up in Del Mar, CA. He went to Torrey Pines High School and graduated from Cal State San Marcos. He now lives and surfs in the Encinitas area with his wife, Katrina, and their two children. In addition to Down the Line Radio, Scott does freelance work as a writer and photographer for various publications and is the Senior Online Editor-At-Large for SURFER Magazine. Scott’s editorial marketing company produces the SACRED CRAFT Consumer Surfboard Expo and is currently producing a documentary film about surfers during the Vietnam War titled Between the Lines.

Baldy with Surf Talk Radio

My full name is Jeffrey Baldwin. My nick name is Baldy and pretty much the surfing world over calls me by it??
I’ve been married for 9 yrs to an amazing woman Krista who is 10 years younger than I and vastly more mature. I have 3 daughters Isabella 10, Analiese 8, and Malia Jolie 2 and my boy dog Samson 4.
I was born in Montclair New Jersey but moved to California at 3 months old. Lived in Dana Point until I was 3 then grew up on the sand in Del Mar ever since.
I spent my youth surfing and playing soccer. I was sponsored at the age of 16 by a young Bob Hurley who ran Billabong USA (before starting Hurley clothing) and thrown out into the world of surfing competition. I moved to Australia when I was 17 ½ chasing the dream of every photo I had ever seen of Rabbit, Cheyne Horan, Wayne Lynch or Occy… the list is long. After returning to the US I dove straight into the pro ranks and had some success which led to the rest of my life in surfing. I competed on the ASP world tour from 89′-93′ an incredible time in my life, traveling the world over and realizing who I was as a person.
I’m currently a Senior Sales Executive for Transworld Media, Surf, Skate & Snow. I’ve been working with TW since 2001 and loving every minute…what a company to be a part of!!!
My life revolves around the ocean and traveling. Be it ripping the guts out of good waves, paddling long distances on my 12″ Joe Bark, SUP sessions anywhere and everywhere or just adventuring beaches with my kids.
So thanks for listening to Down the Line radio and hope to see you soon

check out Down the Line Surf Talk Radio Live every Sunday Morning at XTRA 1360AM SAN DIEGO

Fantasy Surfer

Fantasy Surfer

VIP trip for two to Indonesia announced

The Grand Prize for the 2010 Men’s Fantasy Surfer winner was announced last week. Fantasy Surfer is going bigger than ever this year awarding the 2010 winner a VIP trip for two to Indonesia for a nine day stay the Nemberala Beach Resort.

In partnership with WaterWays Travel, everything from the roundtrip plane tickets from any major gateway airport in the world, to unlimited surf transfers to local breaks by boat is covered for what could very well be the surf trip of a lifetime.

With the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach presented by Snickers starting any day, there has never been a better time to square away your team at FantasySurfer.com. This year’s event promises to be a showdown for the ages. To maximize your score check out Bells Facts and Tips from Surfer X for strategy, stats and a little expert advice. Remember, each player’s best seven results count toward the final score so be sure to have trading completed before the commencement of the waiting period on March 30th.

While you’re there don’t forget to join a few (or all) of the skyboxes for a chance to win great prizes from your favorite brands after every event!

Skybox Prizes on Tap for Bells:
Quiksilver – Signature Cypher boarshorts and a back pack full of apparel.
Dragon – Jam sunglasses and a bag of shwag
Billabong – Apparel prize pack
Body Glove – 3/2mm CT Fullsuit
Oakley – Bruce Irons signature eyewear
Globe – Apparel prize pack
DVS – Jordy Smith’s signature sandal, shoes, and more.
Matix – Domepiece headphones and assorted goods
Volcom – Dusty Payne signature prize pack
AERIAL7 – Tank headphones

Now in its 6th season, Fantasy Surfer is the number one fantasy league for surfers with more than 25,000 international players. Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of this growing community. Log on to FantasySurfer.com today to register and play the official game of the ASP World Tour.
Fantasy Surfer is proud to be an official partner of the Association of Surfing Professional (ASP) World Tour.

www.fantasysurfer.com

Bubblegum Surf Wax Magic Bubble

The Magic Bubble

gives you a dry alternative to cleaning your board of old wax. No liquid, no mess. Just scrape off as much old wax as you can with the enclosed scraper. Using gentle pressure in circular motions, The Magic Bubble will remove old wax and restore your board to a smooth, dry and clean service. Perfect for applying a fresh new coat of Bubble Gum Surf Wax. Kit includes 1 Magic Bubble, 1 Wax Scraper, 1 Wax Storage Box, 1 Bar of Bubble Gum Base Coat and 2 stickers.

go to bubblegumsurfwax.com