Sunday, June 21, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
North Korea may fire a missile toward Hawaii
Just when the waves were getting good comes this news.....
SEOUL, South Korea – North Korea may fire a long-range ballistic missile toward Hawaii in early July, a Japanese news report said Thursday, as Russia and China urged the regime to return to international disarmament talks on its rogue nuclear program.
The missile, believed to be a Taepodong-2 with a range of up to 4,000 miles (6,500 kilometers), would be launched from North Korea's Dongchang-ni site on the northwestern coast, said the Yomiuri daily, Japan's top-selling newspaper. It cited an analysis by the Japanese Defense Ministry and intelligence gathered by U.S. reconnaissance satellites.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
South Shore
SURF ZONE FORECAST
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HONOLULU HI
900 AM HST MON JUN 15 2009
OAHU-
900 AM HST MON JUN 15 2009
HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR SOUTH FACING SHORES
Surf along south facing shores will be 6 to 9 feet through Tuesday.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Friday, June 05, 2009
Thursday, June 04, 2009
Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Dewey Weber Longboard Classic to Feature Competitors from Around the World on June 13th
DANA POINT, Calif., June 02 – A special day of surfing is about to unfold as the annual Dewey Weber Longboard Classic kicks off on Saturday, June 13 at Doheny State Park. The event will celebrate Dewey’s legacy and showcases highly competitive longboard surfing. Surfers from as far away as Japan will be competing at this year’s event. A highlight will be the always fun to watch Mini Grom expression session. Also, this year’s program is part of the Doheny State Beach Surf-A-Rama where the State Park features over 50 surf inspired vendors. Items for sale will include surfboards, books, paintings, jewelry, and classic surf items.
The program kicks off at 6:30 a.m. at Doheny’s infamous Boneyard surfing area. This particular surf spot features both a right and left hand surf break that enables longboarders to really showcase their moves while also providing great spectator viewing. A special Saturday night awards dinner and beach party will be the social highlight of the contest beginning at 6:30 p.m. This evening event under the stars at Doheny will feature raffle drawings and prizes with live music by Jasso and Garcia.
Background. . . A Little Bit of History:
The late 1950s found Dewey Weber christened the first "hot-dogger” of surfing and one of the world's best surfers. Dewey began manufacturing surfboards in the early 1960s and became one of the largest surfboard manufacturers.
Since longboards were the ONLY boards known in the surfing world, Dewey's designs and surfing style were in high demand. This "little man on wheels," with his flamboyant style, had such an impact on surfing that Surfing Magazine proclaimed him the "father of modern surfing." Dewey's surfing style was an impetus to the shorter and lighter boards now seen in the short board market. His manufacturing designs pushed the envelope of surfboard design. In the late 1960s short boards were becoming the "in thing" with the younger crowd and longboarding took a back seat.
In 1981, a growing number of people once again began ordering longboards and, because of his passion for the longboard style and attitude, Dewey decided to reunite the top competitive surfers from the heyday of longboard surfing.
These surfers from the mid-1960s were invited to take a trip down memory lane with a fun day of competition at the Manhattan Beach Pier. Hundreds of surfers and observers showed up that day in May of 1981. Dewey's vision of a "surf reunion" was a thunderous success and helped open the door to the resurgence of longboard surfing.
Over the next five years, the Dewey Weber Longboard Classic became a premier event, attracting major sponsors and media coverage. This event was covered on live television by the major network news stations in Los Angeles. In 1982, PM Magazine San Diego did a piece for their local viewers and found it so successful they syndicated it for nationwide viewing. By the second year of the event, a full press contingent gathered on the beach which included publications as notable as People Magazine.
The event continued annually through 1986 until many constraints were put on this type of venue. The Dewey Weber Longboard Classic was shelved and resurrected in 2001, harkening back to a golden era of surfing whose glow still shines in the minds of those who lived it, and those who know it only through the stories that have been passed down.
This brings us to the 2009 Dewey Weber Longboard Classic. For more information contact Anne Weber (anne@deweyweber.com) or call (949) 366-6398. Visit www.deweyweber.com
The program kicks off at 6:30 a.m. at Doheny’s infamous Boneyard surfing area. This particular surf spot features both a right and left hand surf break that enables longboarders to really showcase their moves while also providing great spectator viewing. A special Saturday night awards dinner and beach party will be the social highlight of the contest beginning at 6:30 p.m. This evening event under the stars at Doheny will feature raffle drawings and prizes with live music by Jasso and Garcia.
Background. . . A Little Bit of History:
The late 1950s found Dewey Weber christened the first "hot-dogger” of surfing and one of the world's best surfers. Dewey began manufacturing surfboards in the early 1960s and became one of the largest surfboard manufacturers.
Since longboards were the ONLY boards known in the surfing world, Dewey's designs and surfing style were in high demand. This "little man on wheels," with his flamboyant style, had such an impact on surfing that Surfing Magazine proclaimed him the "father of modern surfing." Dewey's surfing style was an impetus to the shorter and lighter boards now seen in the short board market. His manufacturing designs pushed the envelope of surfboard design. In the late 1960s short boards were becoming the "in thing" with the younger crowd and longboarding took a back seat.
In 1981, a growing number of people once again began ordering longboards and, because of his passion for the longboard style and attitude, Dewey decided to reunite the top competitive surfers from the heyday of longboard surfing.
These surfers from the mid-1960s were invited to take a trip down memory lane with a fun day of competition at the Manhattan Beach Pier. Hundreds of surfers and observers showed up that day in May of 1981. Dewey's vision of a "surf reunion" was a thunderous success and helped open the door to the resurgence of longboard surfing.
Over the next five years, the Dewey Weber Longboard Classic became a premier event, attracting major sponsors and media coverage. This event was covered on live television by the major network news stations in Los Angeles. In 1982, PM Magazine San Diego did a piece for their local viewers and found it so successful they syndicated it for nationwide viewing. By the second year of the event, a full press contingent gathered on the beach which included publications as notable as People Magazine.
The event continued annually through 1986 until many constraints were put on this type of venue. The Dewey Weber Longboard Classic was shelved and resurrected in 2001, harkening back to a golden era of surfing whose glow still shines in the minds of those who lived it, and those who know it only through the stories that have been passed down.
This brings us to the 2009 Dewey Weber Longboard Classic. For more information contact Anne Weber (anne@deweyweber.com) or call (949) 366-6398. Visit www.deweyweber.com
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Top touring pros to Surf in The World Skin Cancer Foundation’s First West Coast Skin Cancer Awareness Event
World Skin Cancer Foundation’s Sean and Skippy Slater Invitational Surf Contest Set For San Clemente, May 30th
COCOA BEACH, Fla. (May 6, 2009) -- The Sean and Skippy Slater Invitational Surf Contest presented by Ocean Potion – the World Skin Cancer Foundation’s inaugural West Coast awareness and fund-raising event for the fight against skin cancer – will take place May 30th at San Clemente Pier in San Clemente, California.
The Slater Invitational will be highlighted by the participation of WCT surfing professionals, in addition to dozens of other top men and women short and long boarders from around the world. The weekend event will also feature a dinner party and auction with live music Saturday night at the Surfing Heritage Foundation in San Clemente.
Skin cancer is the fastest growing type of cancer in the United States and the Foundation’s mission is to build awareness for the disease while educating the public on how to enjoy a safer outdoor lifestyle. The organization conducts several recreational and sports special events each year, all designed to educate people about the causes and prevention of skin cancer while safely enjoying the outdoors. Most events also offer free skin cancer screenings for all participants and attendees and local Doctors will be conducting free and private screenings Saturday, May 30th from noon to 4pm, during the Slater Invitational
“Anybody can have a full and active fun-in-the-sun lifestyle but you need to take precautions from the dangers of the sun,” said World Skin Cancer Foundation President Drew Filliben. “It starts with wearing a hat, shirt and approved sunscreen of at least 30 SPF, and we encourage everyone to do all of those things and join us at the Sean and Skippy Slater Invitational Surf Contest presented by Ocean Potion the last weekend in May.”
Over one million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed every year and over 10,000 people die from skin cancer annually. The most important benefit of supporting the World Skin Cancer Foundation and one of its many events is helping the organization’s efforts to raise awareness for skin cancer through education, prevention, detection and informational public signage while supporting sun-safe outdoor recreation. Learn more at www.worldskincancerfoundation.com.
COCOA BEACH, Fla. (May 6, 2009) -- The Sean and Skippy Slater Invitational Surf Contest presented by Ocean Potion – the World Skin Cancer Foundation’s inaugural West Coast awareness and fund-raising event for the fight against skin cancer – will take place May 30th at San Clemente Pier in San Clemente, California.
The Slater Invitational will be highlighted by the participation of WCT surfing professionals, in addition to dozens of other top men and women short and long boarders from around the world. The weekend event will also feature a dinner party and auction with live music Saturday night at the Surfing Heritage Foundation in San Clemente.
Skin cancer is the fastest growing type of cancer in the United States and the Foundation’s mission is to build awareness for the disease while educating the public on how to enjoy a safer outdoor lifestyle. The organization conducts several recreational and sports special events each year, all designed to educate people about the causes and prevention of skin cancer while safely enjoying the outdoors. Most events also offer free skin cancer screenings for all participants and attendees and local Doctors will be conducting free and private screenings Saturday, May 30th from noon to 4pm, during the Slater Invitational
“Anybody can have a full and active fun-in-the-sun lifestyle but you need to take precautions from the dangers of the sun,” said World Skin Cancer Foundation President Drew Filliben. “It starts with wearing a hat, shirt and approved sunscreen of at least 30 SPF, and we encourage everyone to do all of those things and join us at the Sean and Skippy Slater Invitational Surf Contest presented by Ocean Potion the last weekend in May.”
Over one million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed every year and over 10,000 people die from skin cancer annually. The most important benefit of supporting the World Skin Cancer Foundation and one of its many events is helping the organization’s efforts to raise awareness for skin cancer through education, prevention, detection and informational public signage while supporting sun-safe outdoor recreation. Learn more at www.worldskincancerfoundation.com.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Retro Surf Party
Doheny Longboard Surfing Association to hold its annual
“Back to the 60’s” Surf Classic on June 6th
Retro Surf event is open to anyone with a classic longboard
The grand tradition of longboarding will come back to life on Saturday, June 6th, 2009 as the Doheny Longboard Surfing Association (DLSA) will hold its annual Back to the 60’s surf contest at Doheny State Park.
This year’s program will be a fond look back at surfing history. The retro contest is open to any contestant with a board made before 1970. Remember no leashes will be allowed. This contest is also a great opportunity to see old-school surfing, a skillful style born of the 1960’s era where big, heavy boards ruled the day. The daylong event will showcase an exciting range of classic hang-tens, drop-knee cutbacks, coupled with the always spectacular Hodad wipeouts and assorted odd maneuvers that will surely defy description.
In past events the contest featured classic surfboards from local Dana Point shaped Hobie’s to those built by Bob Bolen of the Greek label out of Huntington Beach. The event is not only a classic surfboard competition but also a fun way to circle back in time as many contestants will wear traditional surf clothes from the 60’s.
This year's contest will be held at Doheny’s infamous Rivermouth area. Everyone involved is invited to a post event awards dinner ceremony that will be Ohana style (pot luck). So bring your own food and some to share and enjoy the day.
For questions please contact MC250C@aol.com, fax (949) 581-1158 or call (949) 581-9740 and ask for Mark the event chairperson.
PR contact: Denny Michael at DLSA10@hotmail.com
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives. Visit the clubs website at www.dohosurf.org
Monday, May 11, 2009
Dumpster Dive
There's gold in them hills!!
While taking a dump run to drop off accumulated stuff - I spotted a Vintage Model Hobie pearing out of a trash heap saying "Help me, Help me" I still want to go! Turns out that it's a Terry Martin shaped 9.2 Vintage Model that beside the obvious war wounds was still reasonably sound. It'll be perfect for the bumper pool crowds of summer...
Friday, May 08, 2009
Doheny Menehune Championships
Doheny Longboard Surfing Association selects date for its 13th
Annual Menehune Surf Championships at Doheny State Beach
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association (DLSA) will be holding its 13th Annual Menehune Contest on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, Calif. The contest begins promptly at 7 AM PDT and is open to boys and girls of all ages with divisions for 8 and under on up to 17 years of age. Hundreds of young competitors are expected to participate. Applications and additional information can be picked up at local surf shops throughout Orange County, California or downloaded from the Association’s website at: www.Dohosurf.org.
"The annual Menehune contest provides the perfect venue for kids that would like to get involved in some friendly surfing competition in a “no pressure, have fun” arena. The energy that the Menehune’s bring to the beach is contagious”, said Jack Sutter, President of the Doheny Longboard Surfing Association.
Proceeds from the contest help fund several of the organization's ongoing charity outreach programs including the Ronald McDonald House and the local Doheny State Park Interpretive Center.
The Menehune Championships has a long history of supporting charities, while also providing a fun-filled day at the beach for participants and observers alike. The event will feature auctions, raffles and music throughout the day with an awards ceremony following the end of the competition. Jack Sutter further states, “At its core, surfing is all about having fun. Through events like this, we hope that kids will cherish their time spent on the beach with their fellow surfing friends and families.”
Surfers will compete in 15 minute heats with scoring based on a 10-point system that integrates wave selection, length of ride, surfing moves and style. Judges are all Doheny Longboard members who have a long history of working within this type of scoring system.
For more information and to find out how you can be involved as either a surfing Menehune or as a volunteer, please email MC250C@aol.com, fax (949) 581-1158 or call (949) 581-9740 the event chairperson.
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives.
PR contact: Denny Michael at DLSA10@hotmail.com
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Annual Menehune Surf Championships at Doheny State Beach
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association (DLSA) will be holding its 13th Annual Menehune Contest on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, Calif. The contest begins promptly at 7 AM PDT and is open to boys and girls of all ages with divisions for 8 and under on up to 17 years of age. Hundreds of young competitors are expected to participate. Applications and additional information can be picked up at local surf shops throughout Orange County, California or downloaded from the Association’s website at: www.Dohosurf.org.
"The annual Menehune contest provides the perfect venue for kids that would like to get involved in some friendly surfing competition in a “no pressure, have fun” arena. The energy that the Menehune’s bring to the beach is contagious”, said Jack Sutter, President of the Doheny Longboard Surfing Association.
Proceeds from the contest help fund several of the organization's ongoing charity outreach programs including the Ronald McDonald House and the local Doheny State Park Interpretive Center.
The Menehune Championships has a long history of supporting charities, while also providing a fun-filled day at the beach for participants and observers alike. The event will feature auctions, raffles and music throughout the day with an awards ceremony following the end of the competition. Jack Sutter further states, “At its core, surfing is all about having fun. Through events like this, we hope that kids will cherish their time spent on the beach with their fellow surfing friends and families.”
Surfers will compete in 15 minute heats with scoring based on a 10-point system that integrates wave selection, length of ride, surfing moves and style. Judges are all Doheny Longboard members who have a long history of working within this type of scoring system.
For more information and to find out how you can be involved as either a surfing Menehune or as a volunteer, please email MC250C@aol.com, fax (949) 581-1158 or call (949) 581-9740 the event chairperson.
The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives.
PR contact: Denny Michael at DLSA10@hotmail.com
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Tuesday, May 05, 2009
Monday, May 04, 2009
Surfing Heritage Host Primo Beer
Left to Right: Henry Ford, Rusty Keaulana, Dick Metz and Paul Strauch
California and Hawaiian surf personalities visit the Surfing Heritage Foundation
As part of a promotional tour introducing Primo Beer to California, (Primo is one of the Surfing Heritage Foundation’s sponsors this year) the Surfing Heritage Foundation hosted one of the tour stops. In addition to the visit at the Heritage, Primo also held events at Hapa J’s and the OC Tavern in San Clemente last Thursday evening April 30th.
As part of the tour, Primo had a specially outfitted tour bus built to carry Hawaiian legends and what Primo called big “Bruddahs”. This contingent included Keoni Watson, Hawaiian Big Wave Champion; Rusty Keaulana (Russ K), three-time Longboard World Champion and part of the first family of Hawai’i surfing, Spam, Primo’s official “Bombucha”; and Lanai, a top DJ on 98.5 in Oahu.
The Surfing Heritage had California legends Paul Strauch, Dick Metz, Mike Marshell, Henry Ford and Ron Sizemore on hand to greet the touring crew from Primo and to accept a longboard donation from Rusty Keaulana that is now a part of the Foundations collection.
Denny Michael
Monday, April 27, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Primo Beer at the Surfing Heritage Foundation
The Surfing Heritage Foundation invites you to a special mid-week - mid-day event!
We know this is during the "Work Week" But, this could be fun and it's only for an hour!
On April 30th at 10 a.m. you are invited to a special longboard donation to the Surfing Heritage Foundation from three time world champion Rusty Keaulana (Russ K). Plus, we'll have some cool Hawaiian and Californian surfing legends on hand to also spread the Aloha spirit.
As part of a promotional tour introducing Primo Beer to California, (Primo is one of the Foundation's sponsors this year) Primo is coming to The Foundation in two specially outfitted Primo vehicles, a classic VW Double Cab and a custom woody bus. On the bus will be Primo's big "Bruddahs" including Keoni Watson, Hawaiian Big Wave Champion; Rusty Keaulana (Russ K), three-time Longboard World Champion and part of the first family of Hawai'i surfing; Spam, Primo's official "Bombucha"; and Lanai, a top DJ on 98.5 in Oahu. The Bruddahs will spread a taste of Hawai'i with California natives Brad Gerlach, International Big Wave Champion and acclaimed surfer and filmmaker, Chris Malloy.
It'll be a fun one-hour event that's your chance to meet some new friends and be a part of a new donation - we hope to see you at 10 a.m. April 30th at the Heritage.
Friday, April 17, 2009
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