Finding the right pair of trunks is like picking the perfect golf club, you have to know how hard you wanna hit it. Well, here’s your guide to unwind according to SWELL fans across the world.
Pick and click the length that suits your next beach day.
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As the Harlem Shake obsession winds down with over 9 million seizure inducing Youtube videos produced, we’re taking one last look at surfers who swallowed their pride to spastically shook their stuff.
Team Oakley has some of the best personalities on tour with Seabass, Jordy and J-Dub. So the boys got loose for this rowdy rendition at their annual BBQ during the Quiky Pro on the Goldy. See who else you can spot in the Oakley party pad.
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Be the envy of every guy on the block by converting your garage into a fully functional shaping bay. Friend of SWELL, Andrew formed his own surfboard label by building and glassing boards for a fraction of the cost. Here’s how he began the hobby that makes him part of the salty society of DIY shapers.
The Shaping Block is the centerpiece of your shaping bay. Like a saw horse, you can improvise a number of set ups. Andrew constructed his with mobility in mind to roll in and out as needed
Materials: 2 alloy wheels from an old dually truck (or 2, 5-gallon buckets)
1 bag of quikcrete
Wood: 4″x4″ 3 feet long (2ct)
2×4″ 26 inches long (4ct)
2×4″ 6 inches long (4ct)
-Cement in the 4×4 into the bucket and screw two 2×4 to the sides. The top should be just below waist high.
-Screw 6″ blocks to the top creating an even (use a level) surface to rest a board, then staple carpet in the u-shaped saddle to protect your blanks from rail dings.
The next step is creating an organized set-up for your shelves and lighting. Adjustable back lit lighting is crucial for seeing curvatures and shadows in the shaping process. Here’s a quick tutorial on basic shelves and lighting.
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Who doesnt love hula Fridays? Its an excuse for casual cruising and starting happy hour a little bit early. Top surf brands like Vans, Neff, and Vanguard stepped up their spring styles incorporating tons of tropical twists and palm prints
Check out these top styles while they’re still in stock:
VANS CHAUFFEUR SHOE
VANGUARD TROPICAL PHARAOH BACKPACK
VONZIPPER CORPORATE LEASH TEE
SECTOR NINE SOUPBOWLS SKATEBOARD
Or, browse the whole hula board here.
