The Longboardarian Podcast

On this episode (recorded on October 24th)  South African surfing master and commentator Dylan Mcleod joins me in an informal but substantive conversation of what we perceived and viewed in this years WSL LB Tour.Plenty of LB geek talk and constructive criticism. Congratulations to Taylor Jensen 4x and Rachael Tilly 2x on a monumental win of another World Championship.I want to thank all the people that have followed Longboardarian. Either via the podcast or my social media channels.I have great pleasure and a feeling of gratefulness when I see you all at the beach, in public or I get your DMs and let me know about your enjoyment of the content that I put out.My appreciation to all the folks that have contributed with me in creating longboardlecious content. Dylan, Blinky, Chiz, Carla and my guests.Much health, love and prosperity to my community!See ya in da wata!TupiSupport the show

In June of 2024 I finally set a date with Ventura surfing legend and master craftsmen Mr. Dennis Ryder for a quick interview. Fifteen minutes away from my home, Dennis and his wife live in a beautiful property alongside a calm creek. What seems to be a serene and beautiful creek unfortunately has another side to it. A nightmare turned reality due to a series of weather anomalies which included fires, apocalyptical rains and mudslides changed the Ryder's way of living. Though able to save their home, barely, the whole property and structures within have been compromised. For example, the shed that was Ryder's shaping bay and micro board factory for his "from scratch to finish" operation is now under water. The Ryder Family through their perseverance and determination are taking the steps to bring their property back to its almost original beautiful state.Dennis now shapes out of William Dennis Surfboards shaping bay and keeps producing beautiful functional magical surfboards under the label Dennis Ryder Surfboards. By the way, the Dennis in the William Dennis Surfboards label was because of a short partnership with Blinky (owner of WDS) in 1967.DR and I had a great recorded conversation that flowed like a 9'8" well shaped classic log.Gracias to Mr. Ryder for sharing his immense and highly valuable knowledge and anecdotes.Topics;Beginnings in surfing.Morey Pope.John Peck Penetrator.Wilderness Surfboards & Greenough Designs.Surfboard Design and its evolution.Longboards, longboards, longboards.Displacement Hullsand more!Mr. Ryder can be contacted for surfboard orders via his websitehttps://www.dennisryder.com/For his  surfing blog post https://drsurfboards.blogspot.com/If you enjoy my podcast and would like to donate please consider Venmo.At Tupi-CabreraOr contact me at tupicabrera@gmail.com for donation alternatives, brand partnerships and sponsorships.Support the Show.

What do you get when you get together one of the most respected longboarders in the world with one of the most respected longboard shapers in the planet? You get the CI Log from Channel Islands Surfboards.On this episode you will learn the backstory on how the CI Log came to be. Destiny, I'd say, brought Devon Howard to CIS and that in turn brought the otherwise unlikely partnership with Wayne Rich on the CI Log.You will hear Devon, as only he can, articulate the subtleties of this design and the anecdotes that led to it.This episode is a longboard nerds delight.Enjoy!TupiInterested in the CI Log?https://cisurfboards.com/Instagram@Devon_HowardWant to support my podcast?Donations are welcome via Venmo at tupi-cabreraFor sponsorship interests you can email longboardarian@gmail.comSupport the show

THE COMEBACK EPISODEAfter almost two years of a sabbatical-esque break, I am back with a BANGER for all of you longboard nerds!Taylor Jensen is one of my and many peoples favorite longboarders to watch. And for good reason. One of his surfing strengths that separate him from other great world class longboarders is his fluidity connecting every maneuver within a ride with grace, speed and power. A three time LB World Champ, now reaching his 4th decade in age, he seeks with ambition and determination a WC number 4. This one though has a different aspect to it. WSL LB competition has changed its esthetic of performance. The three time World Champ has made some adaptations to conform with the LB Tour of today. A more classic and traditional approach of longboard surfing. He had success in 2023 but things at the end did not go his way. What will 2024 bring for Mr. Jensen?Topics:The WSL LB TourJensen's Competitive Longboarding TransitionLongboard DesignReader's QuestionsEtiquetteDivisiveness in the LB Community Comp LBders vs Free Surf LBdersComnpetition Longboarding of the Past.Enjoy!!!!!

February 2022, life takes me to Kauai, HI for a nice vacation stay in the North Shore. Few weeks prior to arrival I do a quick brainstorm session on who might be in the Hawaiian Garden Isle that could be a great guest for my podcast, maybe 15 seconds into my brainstorm session I thought  "wait isn't Billy Hamilton from Kauai?!"A quick internet search provided a  phone number for Bill. I left a voicemail and 24 hours later I was speaking to the man himself, the legend, The Matador.A date and hour was set and I had an interview with one of the most influential surfers of any generation. Surfer Magazine in 1985 mentioned BH in an article as one of "25 Surfers Whose Surfing Changed The Sport" as referenced on EOS  https://eos.surf/ Unfortunately, Billy and I had some time constraints, we had an hour and change to talk months worth of surfing history, surfboard design and personal surf anecdotes. I had to cherry pick carefully what we were to talk about, what topics would my audience prefer to hear?, what questions would lead to interesting and insightful answers from a surfing legend?The day came and I had a list of questions and topics as I usually do for my interviews and I knew the list was way too vast to conduct in an hour, so I opted anxiously, to just let the interview unfold and let it be. Well, my attempt to relax a bit and let the surf gods take care of business actually made me more stressed. I was to be dropped off at Billy's place by my party that consisted of my wife, our 7 month old baby and friends. The Crownovers sensed my tension and stress leading to the interview, because it was obvious. To give  context and justify my behaviors  to our non-surfing friends from the the Midwest who happen to be basketball fans, I told them I was about to interview the.....Kareem Abdul Jabbar of surfing, a legend of legends. They understood.Upon arrival, Billy welcomed me with plenty of aloha and an ice cold brewski, good to settle down and hit the record button. We had a good conversation that I hope you guys enjoy. I had my occasional brain fart and some language speed bumps but all in all, I am stoked with our interview. See you in da wata,2pTopics:BeginningsLongboards In The SixtiesShapers In His LifeThe Pivotal Times1966 World Championships  San DiegoNat Young and Magic SamSurfboards Hawaii- Stylist 1 and 2Longboards Fades OutSurf Culture/EtiquetteFuturistic InnovationThe TenShoutoutsBill Hamilton Book Coming End of 2022 Stay Tuned!!!!!!DONATIONS The Longboardarian Podcast:Paypal- tupicabrera@gmail.comContributors:www.sin-min.com10% discount on any order using code longboardarian.Free Shipping in the US on orders $50 and up!Venmo- tupi-cabreraThe Longboardarian Podcast Official Song- The Ilagan Sisters "Stokey Feel".

Episode dedicated to the memory, family and friends of Peter Cole and Johnny Fain.RIPAs I prepared for the TP interview, I learned some interesting facts about Tommy. One thing in particular caught me by surprise. The man that I had been following for the last few years on Instagram to satisfy my need of consuming beautiful longboarding imagery, was somewhat a newcomer to the art of surfing photography. Based on the incredible and mesmerizing pictures, I would have guessed he had been in the profession for a few decades and perhaps graduated from some fancy photography academy. TP's story is a great example for anyone that has an interest and curiosity of learning something new but might feel intimidated or insecure to follow through. If you set your mind and heart, you will make it happen! That is how Tommy rolls.The following is a synopsis on TP from his About section on his website www.pineapplesunrise.com"Originally from the Chicago area, Tommy Pierucki has been a Hawaii resident since 2013. Ever since first getting on a surfboard at Baby Queens in Waikiki in the early 2000s, he's been determined to spend the rest of his days giving back to, enjoying, and capturing the beauty of the islands and it's amazing people. This love drew him to work with AccesSurf, a charitable organization that helps connect those with physical and/or cognitive disabilities to the ocean. Tommy's interest in photography first truly took hold January 2018, and since then he had been featured on the the cover of Pacific Longboarder Magazine‘s 100th issue and published in Freesurf Magazine, premiered a film in the 2019 Honolulu Museum of Art Surf Film Festival as a #RisingTide filmmaker, has been a featured artist at the Green Room and currently at Koko Marina, was requested to photograph celebrities like Tom Holland (Spider-man), Halsey, and Lily Chee as they surfed, is a Toes on the Nose ambassador, and has had his photography featured by brands like Roxy, RVCA, Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaii Magazine, Honolulu Magazine, Japan Airlines, Billabong, Carver Skateboards, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Aqua Aston, The Surfjack Hotel, Outrigger Waikiki, Coconut Waikiki, Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, Pearl Hotel Waikiki, DoubleTree Alana, AxisGo, Aquatech Imaging Solutions, Immersion Surf Magazine, Tori Richard, Hawaii Theatre, and Prana."Thanks Tommy for your time and inspiration, thank you listeners for putting your ears on my episodes!See you in da wata!Enjoy!For private surf shoots and/or surf photography art prints connect with @tommypierucki on Instagram or his website www.pineapplesunrise.comDonations for The Longboardarian Podcast:Paypal- tupicabrera@gmail.comVenmo- tupi-cabreraor use www.ko-fi.com/longboardarian . Super Easy!Advertising or Shoutouts on future episodes?Email me at longboardarian@gmail.com for info.YOUR SUPPORT CONTRIBUTES TO THE LONG-TERM  LIFE OF THIS PODCAST.Contributors:www.sin-min.com10% discount on any order using code longboardarian.Free Shipping in the US on orders $50 and up!www.skyviewmortgage.com805-834-1150Lance WolesagleFree phone call consultation on anything Mortgage. 

WARNING- LOADED EPISODE!!!Arguably, one of the best longboarders in the world of the last few decades, IF... we are judging noseriding as an important component of a longboarders repertoire. During the process of producing this episode I was watching video footage of Mr. Lee to refresh my memory of his insane longboard riding capabilities and boy was I mesmerized of his surfing. Link here- https://vimeo.com/245066103The technicality and level of difficulty of his noseriding is that of complete mastery.Jai Billy Lee AKA The Dark Lord is from Noosa Heads, Australia. There he is raising his beautiful family and makes a living as a professional painter. He is also a surfing entrepreneur, he owns The Malady Mass surf brand. The brand is a reflection of his personal style of goth culture. Kinda like surfing meets goth. Check his stuff out at www.themaladymass.com !At 37 years young he is still a force to be reckoned with. Though recovering from a horrendous work accident,  you will see him in the Noosa Heads breakers turning heads right and left.This episode is a complete longboarding geek-out session!Enjoy andSee you in the wata!Hablamos,TupiTopics:His Longboarding Beginnings.The Malady Mass.Status Quo of Longboarding.Legropes.Longboarding Influences.Longboard Design.Jai's LB Model- The Ursula.Fins.Thomas Surfboards.Aussie vs. USA Longboarding Approaches.Boss Surfboards Story.Longboard Culture.Much More!!!!!Donations for The Longboardarian Podcast:Paypal- tupicabrera@gmail.comVenmo- tupi-cabreraor use www.ko-fi.com/longboardarian . Super Easy!Advertising or Shoutouts on future episodes?Email me at longboardarian@gmail.com for info.YOUR SUPPORT CONTRIBUTES TO THE LONG-TERM  LIFE OF THIS PODCAST.Contributors:www.sin-min.com10% discount on any order using code longboardarian.Free Shipping in the US on orders $50 and up!www.skyviewmortgage.com805-834-1150Lance WolesagleFree phone call consultation on anything Mortgage.I dedicate this episode to all of my supporters of the Longboardarian brand. Thank you for your Aloha!

I was brought up to respect my elders. Though I am respectful, most of the time ( I fault here and there lol), with everyone, there is an extra layer of admiration that I have for those who have experienced life and its challenges to their senior years. And if someones life experiences involve surfing.... boy, you gotta my attention and ears. In that context, what if ....you are an individual that experienced the evolution of surfing , surf culture and its history by being part of it, in a bigger way than most. Then I am dumbfounded!Our interview on this episode is of such a man and surfer, an individual with an immense history of surfing accomplishments and stories. His footprints are marked eternally in the books of surfing.Due to time constraints I had to cut the interview short but not without promising Mr. Strauch that I would reach out for a second recording of his surfing memories and tales. Next time I want to do it in person so I can shake his hand and perhaps catch some waves with the man.Topics:BeginningsWaikiki 40's and 50'sDuke KahanamokuTom Blake Custom SurfboardSurf Teachings of George DowningSurfing the North Shore for the First timeCalifornians in HawaiiGame Changer BoardsAl Nelson SurfboardsBarry KanaiaupuniThe Aikau'sThe Ten Rapid Fire SegmentListeners QuestionsShoutoutsThanks to Brandon Strauch in coordinating and helping out in making this interview possible. I owe you a wave and a beer!Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!Enjoy!!!!Thanks to our sponsor Sin-Min for joining the podcast with an offer and deal for our listeners. When you purchase any of their great products the podcast will get a commission and you will get a special discount. Use code "longboardarian" at checkout for a 10 % discount and if you order $50 or more you will get free shipping! I love their aluminum free deodorant, it works! Plus you smell like a Cinnabon! Lol. www.sin-min.comIf you enjoyed this episode and want more longboardlecious episodes for the future please consider donating, purchasing any of our merch or a simple rating or review wherever you listen to this podcast is immensely helpful.

As a young man in my early 20's in Puerto Rico (1990's), before the advent of social media and the internet, I was a passionate and fever-laden  longboarder. My only access to longboarding content were VHS videos at my local surf shop and the arrival of Longboard Magazine every three months. That magazine was a bible to me.My excitement in setting up and conducting an interview with the man that had such strong involvement with the mag that influenced the course  of my life was...... indescribable. I am confident to say that many of you, especially of my generation and older individuals of our community, were fans of LM.Jim Russi was born and raised in Southern California. He learned to surf at a young age (1960's) in the Manhattan Beach area of Los Angeles County. He became interested in photography in middle school and that interest became a passion/profession  that took him around the world. He graduated from The Brooks Institute of Photography. In 1978 he took a one week vacation, post graduation, to Oahu, Hawaii. He arrived from that vacation forty years later. A proud resident of Hawaii for forty years, his contributions to surfing photography and his local surf community have brought him countless blessings and strong friendships in the surf world.His surf photography has been published in most if not all of the top surfing magazines in the world. Cover shots, two page spreads, single full page, you name it! His work has been printed and seen!In the early 90's he was approached by Longboard Magazine founder Guy Motil and was offered the job of Senior Photographer. He was instrumental in that capacity and contributed to the growth and fan base of the magazine. He traveled around the world with some of the top longboarding talents of the time, bringing to the longboard community the photos and stories of those adventures.In the late 90's Jim teamed up with Roxy and created a series of highly successful advertising campaigns that may have impacted the popularity of women's surfing especially with longboarding. Some of those ads included the surfing talents of Kassia Meador, Daize Shayne, Kelia Moniz and many others.Jim is a family man, that now lives in Ventura, CA. He is semi retired, raising his two teenage sons, surfing and attending another one of his passions, horses.I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did.nos vemos en el agua,Tupi CabreraTopics:His BeginingsLongboard MagazineTyler Hatzikian Logs Massive TavaruaWorking with Teenage Joel Tudor in Puerto EscondidoLocalismSurf CultureThe Roxy CampaignHow to Surf MalibuListeners QuestionsThe Ten Rapid Fire SegmentShoutouts and more!THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY-MANHANDLERSCBD Infused Beard and Skin OilMinimal Effort, Maximum Effect!Great for that after shave soothing sensation and treatment.-No more razor burns-Reduce Inflammation -Speed Up Healing of Nicks and Cuts- Alleviate Acnewww.manhandlersgrooming.comInstagram- manhandlersgroomingUSE CODE TUPI10For $10 discount on your order!Support The Longboardarian Podcast and productions via-www.ko-fi.com/longboardarianYour support will help me produce more longboardlecious content!

 Originally from Southern California, this shaper/surfer, musician, super Mom and entrepreneur is part of the strong surfing community of Santa Cruz, CA.She has established a strong presence and a positive reputation in the surfboard manufacturing world. She has proactively pursued methods of building surfboards that cause less harm to our planet and environment. Her board designs and shapes are a product of decades of R&D and influences from her favorite shapers. Ashley Lloyd Surfboards is the name of her surfboard brand, she has an excellent variety of models. From longboards to mid-lengths to fishes, when I went to her website I had to hold my thoughts at bay and not order a longboard, lol.Ashley is also a skilled and avid musician, she studied music in college and has been part of different musical projects and bands.As a single Mom she balances life between her son, surfing, shaping, music and a new entrepreneurial project www.unfurling.com .It was a great pleasure to interview Ashley and learn from her perspectives on surfboard design and surf culture.Topics:BackgroundBeing A ShaperShaper MentorsEco Board BuildingSurfboard DesignSurf Etiquette and HierarchiesListeners QuestionsThe TenIf you are enjoying my content please consider donating. It will contribute to the sustainability and long term life of Longboardarian. You can do so by going to www.ko-fi.com/longboardarian and leave me a tip. Its easy! I promise!

If you are a surf history nerd and are curious and willing to listen to a different perspective on one of the most controversial surfing icons in history, you are in for a treat.The author of The Surf Sting goes by the name ofLinda Cuy, she is a native of Southern California and her surfing journey began in 1962.Once  upon a day in the sixties, as she was drying up by her car after a surf session Miki "Da Cat" Dora approached her and invited her to a date, the rest of the decades long story is now history and in this interview Linda relates to us her experiences, anecdotes and close relationship with Miki and another colorful individual and charlatan, Don "Pirate Captain" Wilson. Both men were strongly persistent for Linda's companionship, to the point of hate and violent actions between each other.On this interview/conversation I ask Linda many questions and at times I press her on different matters that she was involved in with these two questionable and adventurous  characters. It was a fun and insightful conversation. The book is ultra entertaining and it gives you a clearer understanding on Miki Dora and his ways. Her stories with Don Wilson are as epic and dramatic as what she experienced with Dora. A great read!I hope you enjoy!TupiThe book is available on Amazon. Keywords -The Surf Sting by Linda Cuy.You can support The Longboardarian Podcast by visiting www.ko-fi.com/longboardarianIts super easy! I promise!Also, leave a review in whichever platform you are using to listen to our podcast, its is of great help and its much appreciated.Topics-Relationship with Miki Dora and Don Wilson.Reasons of Writing the Book.The Great Scams.Miki and Racism.Running from the Law.The Life of  Manipulations.Global Surf Travel.Irelandand Much More!!!This episode is dedicated to the memory of Phil Becker and Mike Eaton

Surfing is very rich in history. It's a fact that the Hobie Surfboards label is a crucial and important part of that history, especially in the context of surfboard building and surf culture.Our guest for this episode was given the honor and responsibility to carry on Hobie Surfboards legacy as their numero 1 shaper (head shaper) of the brand. As of the day of this interview, alongside Gary, Michael Arenal and in special projects Adam Davenport also joins the diminutive lineup of shapers of Hobie Surfboards.This interview was my first time meeting Mr. Larson. My impression of him after this interview was of a man that is intelligent, humble, very knowledgeable, respectful and well spoken, to name a few descriptive adjectives.We geek-out on many topics and I tried my best to squeeze some longboard design wisdom out of his brain. I am confident all of you longboard nerds will appreciate our conversation.See ya in da wata!TupiTopics:BeginningsHobie AlterTerry MartinShaping MentorsHobie SurfboardsShaping Journey Advice For Shaping Up and ComersLongboard DesignBest Selling Longboard ModelsLongboard CultureLongboard SnobberyThe WSL LB TourListeners QuestionsThe TenShoutoutsSpecial thanks to Blue Tone Marketing & Public Relations, Gary Larson, Hobie Surfboards and Papa Dios for making this episode happen!Also, to all my longboard community! 

The Waxhead, as he likes to be called is a longtime longboard aficionado from Sydney, Australia. Still a young man ( in his early thirties), I had and have the impression that he speaks with the knowledge of an old surfing soul. Basically, he is one of those people that I like to call a "longboard nerd". What happens when you get 2 longboard nerds to sit down and talk longboarding? A heavy, deep and entertaining interview!Matt is a professional longboarder, business owner, car restorer, event commentator and surf mentor. He has won almost a dozen Australian Longboarding Championships, he has been a Joel Tudor Vans Duct Tape Invitee 3x and is currently ranked 9th in the WSL LB TOUR. He is very involved with surfboard and fin design, collaborating and doing R&D with surfing legend of legends Bob McTavish and his son Ben McTavish.In my objective opinion, one of the world's top 10 most relevant longboard surfers today.Topics:His beginningsInfluencesWho's Who of LongboardingCompetitive LongboardingLongboard and Fin DesignSurf Etiquette & Surf HierachiesWSL LB TourListeners Questions & moreMatt "The Waxhead" Chojnacki can be reached on his personal Instagram @thewaxhead or his business IG/ Facebook account @tbbodyworks.The Longboardarian Podcast is sponsor and listener supported. If you are enjoying our content please consider a donation or purchasing some of our products. You can donate via www.ko-fi.com/longboardarian, Its super easy! Or checkout our kool products via www.longboardarian.com.See ya in da wata!

Back in the 90's, when I was in my early twenties I was one hungry longboarder. I am not referring to food hungry....., but hungry to learn more about longboarding and the cast of characters presented to me via videos and magazines. Remember, this is pre internet revolution. When the new issue of Longboard Magazine would show up at my local surf shop, I was the first one in buying one, sometimes the only one lol. Sometimes it was a new surf video arriving at the shop where either there was a segment of hot longboarding or it was a full on longboard vid. Thats where I got acquainted with a tall, slim, lanky dude by the name of Terry Simms. There was something about his surfing that seemed so God Damn intense, fast and unique. Many months ago I wrote and reached out to his Instagram account to see if I'd be lucky in getting an interview with the longboarding shredder that I had seen in mags and vids almost thirty years ago. I did not hear back immediately from Terry, which is not uncommon when I am looking for my special guests. However, one day I woke up to a message from his wife Nancy in which she wrote that Simms was happy to do an interview for my podcast.So here It is! My super packed longboardlecious interview with Terry "Simba" Simms.Enjoy!Topics:His Beginnings in SurfingGiving BackBalancing Surfing and WorkThe Paskowitz FamilySurf Etiquette The Simba Helmet Longboarding of the 90'sLongboarding TodayProfessional Competitive LongboardingSurfboard SegregationSurfboard DesignListeners Questionsand way way more!Find Terry on his website,www.terrysimmssurf.comNeed the safety and protection of a water sport helmet?Checkout www.simbasurf.comEnjoying our podcast? Please consider donating viawww.ko-fi.com/longboardarian or by visiting our websitewww.longboardarian.com 

Belinda Baggs is, in my mind, one of the first female longboard traditional stylists that I have memory of. That does not mean that she was one of the first women traditionalists in the world. Southern California had a few young ladies that had taken that route of longboard surfing before Belinda. Lady loggers like Carla Rowland (now Zamora) and Kassia Meador to name just a few. However, I am pretty confident in saying that Belinda is one of the first Aussies, male or female, to adopt traditional longboarding style and become an ambassador of it in Australia.On this episode we will learn about her first encounter with traditional longboard surfing at Surfrider Beach, Malibu. This was in the summer of 2000. She was a young lady discovering the dynamics and the culture of Californian surfing. A summer that had a profound impact in her life then and it still dictates her present.Belinda is a dedicated mother, surfer, environmentalist activist, Patagonia ambassador and still one of the finest longboard stylists in the world. Though competition is not her thing, she's won Australian Championships in longboarding and placed third in the 2000 Women's World Longboard Competition. She was the first woman to ever appear on the cover of The Surfers Journal. She's been featured in multiple surf flicks including one of my favorites Sprout. She is an important character of our longboard community and its history.Enjoy!Topics:Her Introduction To Traditional Longboarding.California Longboard Culture.Australian Longboard Culture.Australian Influences .Women Surfing.Surf Films.Listeners Questions.Environmental Activism.Surfboard Design.The Ten- Rapid Fire Segment.Shoutouts.The Longboardarian Podcast is listener supported via www.ko-fi.com/longboardarian Visit us on our website www.longboardarian.com or on our Instagram and YouTube Channel.Episode Sponsor:Matt Kolo Photography Visit him on www.mattkolo.com and/or his Instagram @mattkolo.Episode Offer!1 and a half hours of water photography for you and two others, 10 images edited for maximum sharpness and beauty. Regular price $300, NOW $150 until October 31st, 2020.

This episode is one of the most loaded and heavy interviews that I have done up to date. A gem for the surfing history nerd.Born in Australia in 1974, Beau is a two times longboarding world champion, he is a respected musician, a proud father and family man, a surfboard shaper and owner of Beau Young Surfboards and a member of one of the most important surfing families in the world in part thanks to the patriarch of The Young Family, the one and only Nat Young.Beau was very eloquent in sharing his experiences, opinions and anecdotes of his journey in the surfing world. From his early years as a surfing grom to his years as a longboarding pro, his interactions with his Dad, his approach to longboard designs, surfing and surviving, literally, gigantic Puerto Escondido in a longboard contest and much much more.Sit back and enjoy!Topics:The Young FamilyNatEarly YearsCompetitive YearsWorld ChampionshipsThe ASP YearsThe WSL LB TourDrama and Tragedy at Puerto EscondidoZack Howard HeroismKanoa vs Beau Final at Puerto EscondidoSurfboard Design and Beau Young SurfboardsThe Magic SamListeners Questions and way more!Support Longboardarian by donating via a virtual tip jar on our www.ko-fi.com/longboardarian page. Its super easy! Also you can visit our website www.longboardarian.com and purchase some of our cool longboard themed merchandise.  Proceeds go towards content production.Want to advertise on our podcast?Email us @ longboardarian@gmail.comFollow Longboardarian on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

On this episode I travel via cyberspace to Noosa Heads, Australia and sit-down with one of the most dominant forces of longboard surfing of his generation. At 39, his interest and motivation to go back into professional competitive longboarding has been sparked by the recent changes (2019) in the WSL Longboard Tour. Josh has won pretty much every brand of high level longboarding contests that he's entered throughout the world and even an SUP Australian title. In 2006 he won the ASP World Longboard Championship in the Rabbit Kekai Longboard Invitational in Costa Rica.Josh married Anna, a Southern Californian native, whom which they have two beautiful boys, Jet and Jive. The Constables divide their time between Noosa Heads, Queensland, Australia and San Clemente, California.Mr.Constable founded and operates Creative Army Surfboards. A respected label in Australia and beyond. He specializes in longboard designs, mid-lengths and alternative boards. Nothing better than a shreddin' surfer/shaper to bring some sweet designs to life!Its an honor to present to you, my interview with Josh Constable!Topics discussed:His beginnings.Shaping Mentors.Contrasts of the Australia longboarding community and the USA's .Changes in his longboarding approach.Longboard designs.The WSL Tour.Surf Etiquette .And more.....Support Longboardarian?Checkout our merch on www.longboardarian.com or our Etsy store. You can also give a virtual tip or donation via www.ko-fi.com/longboardarian .You can also support Longboardarian via my Venmo account tupi-cabreraInterested in being a sponsor of the podcast? Email at longboardarian@gmail.comSee ya in da wata!!!!

Edouard Delpero was born in Marseilles, France. For the last 16 years he's been a resident and a local in the Basque Country, Biarritz, France where he has set his roots alongside his brother, Antoine and family.They run a successful surf school and are part of one of the most iconic surfing communities in Europe. Edouard has been competing in the highest level of professional longboarding for over a decade. Reaching winning podiums from pretty much every single longboard professional, amateur and olympic organization in existence. He won the prestigious 2019 Surf Relik World Longboard Tour and has consistently maintained a top rank in the WSL Longboard Tour. He has won multiple French and European Longboard Championships.On this interview we talk about his passion of longboarding, influences, surfboard design, The WSL, contest politics, his infamous "Triple Flipping The Bird" incident post heat at a WSL event in Spain in 2019, his future WSL plans and much more.Enjoy,TupiP.S. Want to support Longboardarian? Checkout our website for longboard themed products at www.longboardarian.com or our Etsy Shop.Interested in sponsoring or promoting your brand? Contact us at longboardarian@gmail.com

On this episode we sit down with Señor Stevie Sawyer. Born and raised in majestic Jeffrey's Bay, South Africa, It is there where this World Champ learned to surf and become the man he is today. As usual, I had many questions for this surfer/musician phenom who happens to be the WSL 2018 World Longboard Champion. I was very interested in tapping into his mind with a variety of topics. Stevie has been on the Longboard Tour since 2015. In 2019 there was a major shift in regards to the judging criteria being used in the Tour. That pretty much led to a facelift or a restructuring, led by Tour Director Devon Howard, of these series of contests. As a competitor Stevie has been in the middle of that restructuring. I wanted to know how he felt about those changes. Stevie comes from a "Modern Hi-Pro LB" background of longboard surfing and The Tour has now implemented a traditional or classic judging criteria into all their events.Stevie is an accomplished musician, fisherman, shaper, community activist, family man and very proud of being a South African.Enjoy!Topics Discussed:The WSL Longboard TourSurfboard DesignRelik Trestles Win- Traditional DivisionHis MusicSouth Africa Surf Community The TenShoutoutsListeners QuestionsSupport for The Longboardarian Podcast can be done through my Etsy store (longboardarian), www.longboardarian.com or my Kofi page www.ko-fi.com/longboardarianInterested in being a sponsor?Contact me on longboardarian@gmail.comAll proceeds go towards the creation of more longboardinglecious content! and maybe a beer at the end of the day!Blessings!

Devon Howard is a San Diego, California native. Born in a community where surfing is a normal and common aspect of daily life. Surfing was encouraged in his family as Devon's Mom was a surfer as well. It makes sense that Devon became an avid surfer.Growing up he discovered longboarding at an early age when most kid surfers were not keen about a "prehistoric" approach to surfing. As a teen he had the privilege in landing a job as "The Shop Rat" with Donald Takayama Surfboards as he became an elite longboarder of the community . As a young adult he became the editor for Longboard Magazine in the late 90's/2000's. He starred in many iconic longboard films like The Seedling, Sprout, Single Fin Yellow and One California Day. He became a strong competitor in the ASP Longboard Tour (now WSL). He is a successful entrepreneur, he founded and runs a marketing and branding agency called Blu Sky with clients like Channel Islands Surfboards, Coastal Wellness and the World Surf League. Now destiny has added to his plate.... the job as Longboard Tour Director for the WSL.Topics discussed but not limited to:Surfing BeginningsTeam Donald TakayamaResurgence of Traditional Longboarding 90's and BeyondBeing a Pro Longboarder in the ASPLongboard Design 101The WSL Longboard TourHis Role as DirectorTransition YearThe Good, the Bad and the Ugly.The Economics Where it is Headed (new venues)The Competitors and Fans.and MORE!!!!!!Thank you Devon for this great conversation, my listeners and special thank you to people that work in health care!Support for Longboardarian can be done by you! Please share news about our podcast. Longboardarian is on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.Please consider donating via our ko-fi.com/longboardarian page. We also have t-shirts and hats available online on our Etsy store or our website.Nos vemos en el agua!!!

Recently, I had the true pleasure of visiting for the first time the Hawaiian island of Maui, beautiful would be an understatement to describe Maui. I was there for my wife's work related conference. It was the perfect timing for me to connect with Kely Rodrigues from Manuela Shapes.I juggled my time between my lady and friends, surfing (scored good Honolua Bay), an interview with big wave hellman and longboard great Zack Howard and meeting up with Kely Boy. Unfortunately, time was limited so I was not able to visit his shaping room and record our interview on-site. I had a brief meeting with him at an undisclosed surf spot somewhere in the northern part of the island. Kely said I was so lucky that this particular spot was super fun with its offshore winds as its usually totally blown out. Kely came across as a strongly rooted Hawaiian. His heavy accent, the visuals of his Polynesian tattoos and a welcoming aloha attitude made me feel in good company. There wasn't time to talk to much as my host of the day, another longboard great, Johnny Pitzer and I wanted to hit the water.Few weeks later on April 1st, 2020 we recorded this interview via the miracle of technology. It's my first "remote recording" interview. A pleasure for it being with Mr. Kely Rodrigues. Thank you for sharing your story and knowledge on the passion that tie so many of us together. TOPICS:Who is Kely?Shaping careerShaping Influences (Ron Tzuhako & Wayne Rich)Longboard DesignMaui's LB CommunityBob OLE OlsonKimo LB ClassicSurf Etiquette Shoutout- To my lady and all the committed health care workers out there who are kicking ass during the Goddamn covid19 pandemic.Sponsors: Leashless Brewing, Fin-Jak and Ventura Surf ShopSUPPORT LOCAL!* Technology is awesome, however I did have issues with the internet during recording. My apologies for the fixes and  special edit done so we could enjoy this interview.

In early March of 2020 my wife had a work related conference in Maui, Hawaii. Upon knowing this my mind immediately went into brainstorm mode! Who lives in Maui that would be a great interviewee? My friend Puna Moeller from Big Island, Hawaii suggested Zack Howard aside from other suggestions he gave me. I also had friends in the mainland suggesting that I meet up with other local longboarders. For example, Mike Siordia and others suggested Johnny Pitzer and other IG friends suggested other names including Mau Ahhee and Kelly from Manuela Shapes and others. I was quite surprised with the size and the history of longboarding within the Maui community.Unfortunately, due to time constraints, I was only able to get one interview. BUT ITS A GOODIE! The 90's/2000's  period is very interesting to me aside from it being so relevant to our worldwide longboarding community today. Zack Howard lived and participated during that era of longboarding. I was very excited in asking questions about the days that I had only read about few decades ago in Longboard Magazine.I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did!Gracias Zack!Topics and stories discussed:His Beginnings. Rejection at the beach from Donald Takayama.Joel Tudor in the 90's.His contract with Oxbow.Drama at the 90's Longboard World Championship at Malibu.New era in competitive longboarding.Big wave riding, like REALLY big!Sponsors:Fin-JakMake life easy!Change your center fin with no tools!Find it on Pelicansurfcraft.comAsk for the tupi20 discountLeashless BrewingOrganic Beer that kicks ass!By Brewmaster John Gonzales.585 E. Thompson Blvd.Ventura, CAVentura Surf Shop88 E. Thompson Blvd.Since 1961Family owned805-643-1062

For a while now I had been wanting to do an episode about surf etiquette, the present status of our surf lineups and surf hierarchies (the latter is or should be connected to SE). My friend Laura from IG @saltwatersoulutions recently posted a 1 minute video of some nasty snaking burning from a single session involving the same surfers. That video was my trigger to go ahead and do this episode. I knew Carla was going to be in town and I pitched the idea to her about doing an open conversation episode addressing the topics. She agreed with zero hesitation.Lack of surf etiquette has always existed, however, our surfing lineups have changed dramatically in the last ten years. We will always have the offenders that are just being plain selfish jack-asses, there is not much we can do about them BUT I feel it is our responsibility to a certain extent to educate the masses of new "surfers" who are showing up in our lineups. Surf culture is a very special thing. Its a community, a set of ideas, concepts and traditions which, in my opinion, include SURF ETIQUETTE.Enjoy!Sponsors:Fin-Jakuse code tupi20 for a 20% discount on this clever device.www.pelicansurfcraft.comLeashless BrewingOne of the Finest Beers in CA, and it's organic!585 E. Thompson BlvdVentura, CAVentura Surf ShopOne of the longest running surf shops in the world!William Dennis Surfboards, Wayne Rich, Roberts, Campbell Bros, Steve Brom and many more! Great selection of hard goods and merchandise.www.shopvss.com

In the relatively young and short history of surfing evolution, let's say in the last 70 years, there has been so much done for surfboard design and innovation. In regards to longboards, this particular type of surfboard had gone away, generally speaking, and comeback for its revival, a resurrection of sorts. We have seen a strong longboard transition in design and surfing approach since its rebirth. In regards to design some would argue that "everything" has been done and tried for the long sleds, has it really?Michael Takayama, a man with deep surfing history connections due to the family that he was born to, shows up in an arena with an extensive cast of great shapers, surfers, legends of our sport and culture. This surfer blue collar family man, who has spent decades as a craftsman, specializing in tile flooring, had the initiative and vision of creating his own line of surfboards. His specialty being longboards, he incorporated what he learned from his Uncle Donald and blended some of his own concepts and ideas to produce a line of unique and special boards that as of late have been under the feet of some of the most exciting longboarders in the world, including World Champions!On this interview you will meet Michael! He talks sincerely and openly. Sharing some of his very personal anecdotes, experiences and surfboard knowledge.Enjoy!Topics discussed: The Team, Surfboard Design, The Takayama Family Tree, Donald, pro competitive longboarding and more.Sponsors:Fin-Jakuse code tupi20 for a 20% discount on this clever device.www.pelicansurfcraft.comLeashless BrewingOne of the Finest Beers in CA, and it's organic!585 E. Thompson BlvdVentura, CAVentura Surf ShopOne of the longest running surf shops in the world!William Dennis Surfboards, Wayne Rich, Roberts, Campbell Bros, Steve Brom and many more! Great selection of hard goods and merchandise.www.shopvss.com

It's been 20 plus years since I remember first seeing pictures, reading articles, and watching videos from the 60's of a surfer named Joyce Hoffman.She may have been one of the first female surfers of her era implementing style in surfing. It's been more than 20 years and her name and the images of that iconic style are still engrained in my memory.Recently, I was interviewing Señor Dick Metz  (episode 17), and he mentioned Joyce in the interview. Post interview, I asked if he knew of Joyce. His reaction was one of humorous confidence, sort of a level of disbelief that I would ask such a question. "She's my good friend, I call her Bubu". He proceeded to take out his phone and asked if I'd want to talk to her for a future interview. Mesmerized and with my eyes popped open like the surprised emoji, I said yes! A month later Joyce and I met at Surf Heritage and Cultural Center in San Clemente, CA. On this episode Joyce shares memories of her surfing story. She talks about her family, what it was like being a female surfer in the 60's, and her World Championships. Joyce tells us about being the first woman in California history to lifeguard its beaches and the first woman in the world to surf Pipeline. We also hear about how she dropped out of surfing and took on motocross and race car driving before coming back to surfing, thanks to her brother-in-law Herbie Fletcher.I want to thank Dick Metz, Barry Haun from SHACC and Joyce Hoffman for making herself available to talk about her surfing story and for providing context for a period of surfing history for those who were not there to experience it firsthand.  Thank you to my listeners and sponsors! Together we've embarked on a surfing history journey with The Longboardarian Podcast. I hope that together we see it grow into a high quality, educational and entertaining podcast.One last thank you, to my lady. I call her The Executive Producer of Longboardarian. If it wasn't for your support and patience with my project, thousands of people would not be able to enjoy these interviews. Te amo Mamacita.Sponsors of this episode:Fin-Jak - Fin replacement deviceuse code tupi20 at www.pelicansurfcraft.comVentura Surf Shop- One of the world's oldest surf shops! Great variety of new and used surfboards, hard goods, T-shirts , wetsuits and way more!!Check their website www.shopvss.comLeashless BrewingSome of the finest and hard to get Organic Beer! Brew master John Gonzales ,through years of R&D creates and produces a great variety of delicious tasting beer!Located on E. 585 Thompson Ave. www.leashlessbrewing.com

Good Day Everyone!On this special episode, Jeff Belzer and myself have a casual but in-depth discussion of what we saw in regards to the 2019 WSL Longboard Tour and their final main event in Taiwan.A lot of changes happened this year within the WSL LB Tour which was spearheaded by new tour director Devon Howard. In my eyes, the most exciting year for professional competitive longboarding. It was a question of time, on when these changes were finally going to be materialized. Changes were not of the liking of all competitors and viewers BUT I am confident that it was of the liking of most longboard heads around the world. We have seen a strong global movement towards a more classical approach of surfing longboards in the last 10 years give and take. Including more youngsters than ever taking on the art of longboard surfing to its roots. The WSL even got the "stamp of approval" of one of its most brash critics, longboard maestro and preservationist Joel Tudor. He showed this by participating in one of the WSL main events.I hope you enjoy our conversation. Please share with others and don't forget to give us a rating or feedback in which ever platform you are using to listen to our episodes.Nos vemos en el agua! Feliz Navidad!Tupi CabreraSponsors of this episode:Fin-Jak - Fin replacement deviceuse code tupi20 at www.pelicansurfcraft.comVentura Surf Shop- One of the world's oldest surf shops! Great variety of new and used surfboards, hard goods, T-shirts , wetsuits and way more!!Check their website www.shopvss.comLeashless BrewingSome of the finest and hard to get Organic Beer! Brew master John Gonzales ,through years of R&D, creates and produces a great variety of delicious tasting beer!Located on E. 585 Thompson Ave. www.leashlessbrewing.com

Legend of legends, Mr. Dick Metz. Born in 1929, raised and groomed in Laguna Beach, CA. I am pretty certain that Dick is the oldest active accomplished surf entrepreneur, surf traveler, historian, preservationist and adrenaline junkie out there. At 90 years old, I was impressed with Dick's sharp mind and ability to https://shacc.org his past. Every other sentence he would say something that popped my eyes wide open. This man has a long list of successes and experiences that make him, in my mind, a true godfather of surfing.He is probably best known for being the Co-founder of Hobie Surf Shops throughout the US, however he was and still is very much an entrepreneur and an adventurer. He managed and started many businesses throughout his life including investing in real estate. He still goes out in the ocean and the mountains for skiing or dirt bike riding.Inadvertently , he served as a surf location surf scout when his surf travels in the 50's to places like Africa helped Bruce Brown's Endless Summer Movie in regards to shoot locations.He now spends many of his hours contributing to his museum Surfing Heritage and Cultural Center. A must visit to any surf nerd or surf history buff. Check their website at https://shacc.orgTopics discussed:His beginnings in surfingArrival of fiberglassArrival of FoamGeorge FreethSurfboard Design TimelinePhil EdwardsGerry LopezLongboardingand way more....!Sponsors of this Episode:Fin-JakFind on www.Pelicansurfcraft.comuse code tupi20 for 20% discountLeashless Brewing585 E. Thompson AveVentura, CAVentura Surf Shop88 E. Thompson AveVentura, CAwww.shopvss.com

The coolest and richest in California surf culture, surf competition is called The Hotdogger Championship. The producer of this event is Señor Ed Solt. I had the pleasure in participating in this event in October of 2018. Now, the 2019 edition is around the corner so I thought timing was perfect for this interview.Ed was in Ventura County for a day to promote the event, surf and meet with respected surfboard craftsman Adam Davenport. I suggested an interview to plug THC which he kindly accepted.On this interview I really got to know more about the events history and Ed. He came across as a surf history nerd, stand-up comedian, great promoter and....., just Ed being Ed. Super fun discussion! At times very opinionated but funny as heck, I think everyone will enjoy this recording.THC has amp support from the local businesses and the surf community. Sponsors like Subaru Pacific, Surfboards by Davenport, Beachlife Festival, Jonesea and many many more are a crucial part for the viability of the event.Don't miss this years event! Saturday, October 5th, 2019. Hermosa Beach, CA.For more info check Instagram @hotdoggerchampionshipSponsors for this podcast:Fin-Jak- Fin DeviceGet 20% discount with code tupi20 @ www.pelicansurfcraft.comLeashless BrewingFinest Organic Beer in CA. 585 E. Thompson Blvd. Ventura, CAVentura Surf ShopSince 1967. Serving the 805 surfing community.88 E. Thompson Blvd, Ventura, CA

In July of 2019 I participated in The Call To The Wall longboarding event at Surfrider Beach in Malibu, California. I thought it was a proper place to get plenty of perspectives from a diverse group of longboard surfers. From the young groms to the middle aged dudes to the young women to the old fellows. I asked everyone the same question. HOW WOULD YOU LIKE THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPETITIVE PROFESSIONAL LONGBOARDING TO LOOK LIKE?On this episode you will hear a wide array of great answers. Gracias to my listeners and sponsors!Fin-JakLeashless BrewingVentura Surf ShopSee ya in da wata!

This is a double overhead deep in the barrel of an interview! In early July 2019, CJ sits down with us and we discuss longboard surfing. I wanted to focus on his memories and anecdotes of his beginnings in surfing and longboarding but I also wanted to talk about surf competition politics and controversies regarding The Surf Relik Tour which he is a contributor too. He did not shy away from answering any of my questions.Topics discussed on this episode but not limited to were:His beginnings- Longboarding When It Wasn't "Cool"- Surf Relik- Thunderbolt Technology- LB Competition Criteria- Rapid Fire Q&A and the Shoutout segment. The Shoutout segment was in my opinion very heavy, I encourage you to give it a listen!Gracias CJ for sharing your thoughts and wisdom with me and our listeners! For inquiries about his boards please check www.cjnelsondesigns.comAppreciation to The Longboardarian Podcast Sponsors:Leashless Brewing                  FinJak                         Ventura Surf Shop585 E. Thompson Blvd          www.finjak.com          88 E. Thompson BlvdVentura, California 93001       code tupi20                 Ventura, California 93001                                               for 20% discount                                              on a FinJak!

 On Episode 13 we get to meet the man behind Surfboards by Davenport. I learned from this interview that there is so much history, anecdotes, perseverance, sweat and sacrifice on every single board made by Adam. That explains the intricate and unique aspects of this masterpieces of surfboards. When you hold one of this boards and you scan with your eyes its details, it's like going back in a time machine to the sixties. I dare to say that even though i was not alive then but that's how this boards make me feel. He is not a surfboard shaper, he is a surfboard maker/artisan!Adam's journey to where he is now with Surfboards by Davenport are full with ups and downs, as life tends to be, but his passion to surfing, his niche and his implementation of values that were instilled in him throughout his life from the people that love him and care for him seemed to have paved the road for his success.Thank you for a great interview Adam!To my listeners!Enjoy y nos vemos en el agua!For more info on Surfboards by Davenport check his Instagram and/or websitewww.davenportsurfboards.com

From Southern California, this longboarder extraordinaire sits down with us and tells us about her beginnings in surfing, surfing influences, surfboard design, competitive longboarding and more.Erin Ashley has become one of my favorite longboarders. As mentioned in the podcast, her level of creativity, skill and style is unparalleled. Just look for yourself! https://youtu.be/2kLVVweF1Ik  This video by Hayley Gordon will blow your mind!You can find more Erin "Worm" Ashley vids on YouTube, Vimeo and the Nobodysurf app.You can also find her on her Instagram username Wormtown.Mucho appreciation to Erin for her time for this interview!Don't forget to follow Longboardarian on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our podcast. Feedback is welcome. I am committed in bringing my listeners and viewers content that will make them stoked!Nos vemos en el agua!Tupi

Nestor empezo su trayectoria como fabricante de tablas de surf en los setentas. El vivio la evolución de la tabla en su mas fuerte momento en la historia del surfing. Cuando los tablones tipo longboard de momento se transformaron a tablas de menos estatura y menos area en una época de mucha experimentación de diseños de tabla. Fuertemente influido por las películas de surf de los setentas, empezó con su arte de fabricar tablas. Ahora es el shaper de mas tiempo y todavía activo de Puerto Rico. Un hombre de familia, donde su hijo Guailì es su laminador de fiberglass oficial, su hija Iana su team rider y esposa Teri que ha hecho los sueños de Nestor una realidad.Nos vemos en el agua,Tupi Cabrera

Lance originally from a Malibu adjacent area was part of a small crew of youngsters in the late 80's into the 90's that perhaps due to their geographical location were influenced by a crew of older longboarders that never quit longboarding during the decline of the use of longboard surfboards and the style of surfing that comes with it.That small elite crew of new longboarders from Malibu Beach took upon themselves the continuing of the longboarding discipline art form of surfing and integrating aspects of the  modern approach of surfing and board design. This episode is full of great memories, anecdotes, perspectives and surfing history dating back to the 80's.I hope you longboard heads enjoy!Hablamos Broki!Tupi Cabrera

Recorded in May of 2019The BSS! It reminded me of my first Surf Expo. This particular show no doubt provided the excitement, the visuals, the surfboards and their makers, not to mention their signature shapers face-off . Invited shapers have a limited time to scan with their eyes and hands a particular surfboard, no measuring tapes or any tools and devices allowed. Then shapers take their shaping tools and get to work and compete to who can replicate as accurately as possible the honored surfboard. Many legends of our surfing world were present and I could see the positive interactions and camaraderie that I would expect in a room full of characters that share in common their love of surfing.This episode is a set of 14 soundbites of some of those personalities. They include surfing icons, bonafide legends, up and coming shapers and surfers.Soundbites in order of appearance:WingnutCamp and Tony from the Boys to Men FoundationMichael ArenalWayne RichAdam DavenportChuck AmesMike MillicanCJ NelsonLance CarsonCormack O'BrienDevon HowardJohn WelchJose BarahonaI apologize for the bad audio on my end when I was speaking into the mic. I am a loud Puertorican (LOL) and a rookie in recording, thankfully my guests were not as loud and their soundbites are good! I want to thank my interviewees for their time and perspectives.Enjoy and see you in da data!Tupi

LA MAFE! Surfer y deportista de Peru. Esta joven ha estado en un progreso acelerado en cuanto a su longboard surfing. Llevo siguiendola 2 años aproximadamente y cada vez que la veo, en promedio 3 a 4 veces al año, esta chica mejora y mejora su repertorio en la tabla larga.En este episodio nos cuenta de sus comienzos en el longboarding, sus perspectivas en el mundo del longboard competitivo y mucho mas.No olviden de darnos un review en la plataforma donde este escuchando los episodios. es de gran ayuda! Cualquier sugerencia no duden de escribirnos en nuestro Instagram o a longboardarian@gmail.com.Nos vemos en el agua!Tupi

On a April 19th, I published an opinion piece on my Instagram/IGTV. I knew it could ruffle some feathers around our longboarding community but I did it anyways because that is what Longboardarian is all about, covering longboarding! There are many topics to visit and discuss. this particular subject is about pro longboarding. I chose to start a conversation on this particular because as an observer I feel like 2019 is bringing some interesting changes in the highest levels of PL. I would love to see the WSL and The Relik have success with their respective tours. On this episode I propose an idea for pro longboarding that in my opinion would assist in bridging the two main disciplines of competitive longboarding. I am not the best orator around so when I tried to put together a video with my proposal I feel like it may have been slightly misinterpreted. I was accused of  being divisive and misleading. All I wanted to do was start a conversation. I feel confident about my proposal for competitive pro longboarding and I welcome a respectful discussion about it. Here's my take two in presenting my idea. I hope you enjoy!

Jeff Belzer is a VC native and has been surfing and longboarding most of his life. He has seen and experienced the transitions and trends in California longboard culture. He has reached a very high level of world class longboard surfing. He has plenty to share as he allows me to pick on his brain on many topics all longboard related. He recently won the Hotdogger Championship held in October of 2018 where a large pool of California's finest longboarders showed up and displayed their repertoires. Jeff is a family man that divides his time between family, surfing and his realtor career where he is a part of the prestigious Sotheby's Realty Group. He also founded and operates the Mako Surf School and Camp where he passes along the aloha of surfing to hundreds of kids every year.Enjoy,Tupi Cabrera

El primer episodio dedicado a nuestra comunidad hispanoparlante. Este episodio es del gran y único campeón mundial de longboarding el Sr. Piccolo Clemente. Oriundo de Huan-chaco, Peru. Este gran surfista tiene una interesante historia en cuanto a su trayectoria en el mundo del longboarding. En el episodio discutimos de sus inicios en el mundo del surfing y el longboarding, sus logros, los cambios que el ha visto en el circuito profesional, sus diseños de tablas , el Relik y hasta un poco de arte culinario. No me cabe duda que van a disfrutar de este episodio sobre uno de los surfistas mas influyentes de Sur America.This is my first episode that is fully in spanish. I dedicate it to my spanish speaking community. Every so often I will be releasing spanish episodes for our longboarding community that do not speak english. This episode is of two time World Champion Piccolo Clemente. He is from Huanchaco, Peru. He talks with us about he's start in surfing and his trajectory in the world of longboarding. He discusses the Relik event, the changes throughout the years in the professional longboarding world, his surfboard designs and even the culinary arts. If your spanish is rusty, it might be a good time to listen to this episode and practice! Lol!Nos vemos en el agua!Tupi

This Brazilian World Champ was a great interviewee. He talks about his start in longboarding, first trips to Hawaii, the early days of professional competitive longbarding (ASP Tour) and the tour now (WSL). We talk briefly about Joel Tudor's days in the tour and even who would dominate between them two in a match up in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Lol. He shares some great stories and anecdotes. I interviewed him by Oldman's in San Onofre Beach, California. The sound of the crashing waves hamper a bit the sound quality so my apologies in advance. If you wanna learn more about Phil, check out his Instagram, Facebook or just Google the man!See ya in da wata!Tupi

In early January I met with Carla at her home in Thousand Oaks, California for a frank conversation on longboardings current status in the competitive arena as well as in the California surf community. We also talk about her beginnings in surfing, her experiences as a Malibu local and some of its longboarding history, surfing politics and more. She is a great interviewee as she ain't shy in articulating her opinions. Carla has a lot going on as she runs The Surf Institute where she runs different programs, retreats and workshops that enable, teach and improve individuals surfing. She also is a sought out coach and has worked with top names including surfing champion from Brazil Chloe Calmon.Get more information on her programs at www.thesurfinstitute.com  see ya in da wata!,Tupi

Longboardarian sits down with one of California's most respected longboarders, his name is Vince Felix. He has a long history within California's surf community and is recognized as one of the best longboard performers. He is a committed family man, entrepreneur, surfer, skater and rad dude overall.On this episode we discuss his longboarding trajectory as a surfer and as a head judge where he has been sought out for his clear and consistent criteria for some of the most prominent longboarding events.It was a pleasure sitting down with him at his family home and allow me to pick on his brain for some perspective, insights and opinions on longboarding and its status quo. Checkout his website where he and his hunny, artist extraordinaire Cynthia Polk, offer a wide range of art services, including body tattoo, screen printing and more. Check them out at!www.ventuckyco.com

Episode 1!!!!!!!!! Known in Ventura as simply as Blinky, this California local is an encyclopedia of surf culture knowledge by experience. He began surfing as a grom in the late fifties and started in the surf building industry in 1963 with such icons as Karl Pope, Tom Morey and many others his senior. He is still shaping out of his shaping room in the back of his family owned surf shop "Ventura Surf Shop". His surfboard label goes by the name of William Dennis Surfboards. On this episode he shares his experiences and anecdotes from the good old times "Golden Years of Surfing" to the present. He gives us his take on the current status of longboarding in California. This episode is pure gold!See ya in da wata! TupiPS- For more info on Blinky, his boards and shop, visit www.venturasurfshop.com