Sacred Craft

The Sacred Craft Surfboard Expo took place October 10 & 11 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, bringing the craftsmen responsible for the tools of our art together in one place to collaborate new ideas, catch up with recent developments, and reminisce about the good times.  It was the best vibe ever, what I imagine trade shows were like a couple decades ago, with everyone genuinely stoked to see what cool things their contemporaries are working on, and everyone being such good friends that it held a reunion atmosphere.  Old friends, fresh faces, and new concepts provided a powerful dynamic that gave the whole show a picnic feel while being extremely captivating and entertaining.  I saw surfing legends chatting in the walkways, beautifully crafted surfboards of all different shapes and materials, and some of the most creative new surfboard ideas and designs.  Some of my favorite visions at the expo are highlighted here, keeping me inspired!  I highly recommend checking out a future show if you get the chance!

Daniel Thompson's Tomo Hydrofoil 5'8" Raptor V2 w/ Power Drive Keels

Channel Islands Surfboards had one of Kelly Slater's surfboard designs, a 5'6" Wizard Sleeve

5'9" Finless Thumb by Moonlight Glassing

Patagonia's Jon Peck Jr. w/ a 5'10" Lola Quad by Danny Hess

Kasey Curtis and I w/ Custom Bamboo Fins made by 101 Fin Co. for the Lokbox Fin System

Legends Peter St. Pierre and Joe Roper

The Man behind the popular Surfy Surfy blog and upcoming surf shop, J.P. St. Pierre w/ Peter

Patagonia Cardiff's Devon Howard and Jon Peck Jr.

4x World Champion Mark Richards and surfing legend Mickey Munoz catching up in the hall

Shapers to the stars Maurice Cole and Rusty Preisendorfer talking design

Looking forward to the next expo!