Tropical Blends
5′ 10″ Russ Hoyte Spud
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Keoni Jones—Recent Shots
Yo Keoni, Pretty much rockies has been fun. These Russ Hoytes are sick, this eyeball board is a Proton twist. Really explosive on the lip. Below is a shot from Bowls on a Chris Gallagher. Chee hee All shots from my dad 
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The Paha
As we strive to push our equipment into the world of advanced performance, we also look to re-define what that means to the stand-up surfer. At this point, the Paha exemplifies what we consider the cutting edge of performance surfing. The bottom design marries a definite “V” with a slight concave and a double barrel off the fins. This board wants to ride like a performance short board; drives hard, converts from rail to rail quickly and will really surprise you off the top. If you want to expand your stand-up surfing horizons, this is the board. 9’ 1” x 28 1/2” x 3 7/8” (Twin w/trailer, 2 + 1, Quad – Fin Setup Options) Surf Range: 160 lbs to 210 lbs – Intermediate to Advanced [Link]
The Welo
The Welo is another specialized design aimed at satisfying a wide range of riders. For the beginning paddler this board provides the satiability needed while allowing for improved performance. This is another one that seems to suit the smaller gals; an easy paddler in a compact size. It’s also very well suited for the somewhat heavier rider that has gained a degree of skill (especially in the surf). Whatever your demands, be sure to check out the Welo before making any final decisions. 9’ 6” x 29 3/4” x 4” (2 + 1 Fin Setup) Paddle Range: 110 lbs to 190 lbs – Beginner to Intermediate Surf Range: 165 lbs to 210 lbs – Intermediate to Advanced [Link]
The Wai Kahe
The Wai Kahe – Here’s the Welo’s baby brother; more of the same, just a smaller package. This is personal favorite for the surf. Great all around performance with the added bonus of comfortable stability while you’re at it! Really fun little board in a huge range of surf conditions. 9’ 2” x 29” x 4” (Twin w/trailer, 2 + 1, Quad – Fin Setup Options) Paddle Range: 110 lbs to 175 lbs – Beginner to Advanced Surf Range: 160 lbs to 210 lbs Intermediate to Advanced [Link]
The Pokole
The Pokole – This is another in keeping with the Wai Kahe and Welo. The reduction in length allows the board to fit the needs of an even smaller rider while still providing those characteristics that have made this line of boards so popular. 8’ 10” x 28 1/2” x 3 7/8” ( 2 + 1 Fin Setup). Available in two colors. Paddle Range: 100 lbs to 175lbs – Beginner to Advanced Surf Range: 150 lbs to 210 lbs – Intermediate to Advanced [Link]
The Cover of Surfing Mag – Go Daniel
In Daniel’s older brothers words………..”Daniel difinately came out of his shell for this trip. I was blown away by his badckside tuberiding . I had to talk him into this trip because he wanted to come to indo to surf a left. I told him he could surf the left later. The board he’s riding here is the same one he rode last time we got this wave – nine years ago. It’s been sitting in my closet all this time. Daniel was just killing it. And just for all of us to be out there together – no one else the whole time – the same crew that scored it the first time almost a decage ago……it was pretty amazing!” [Link]
PAT RAWSON WINS DICK BREWER SHAPE-OFF
Del Mar, Ca – October 12, 2009 -Hawaii’s Pat Rawson took top honors during Sacred Craft’s “Tribute to the Masters Shape-off” honoring Dick Brewer. Rawson bested legendary shapers Reno Abellira, Ricky Carroll, Gary Linden and Dennis Murphy in the two day event, part of the weekend long celebration of the surfboard. “I’m absolutely stoked,” said Rawson. “Brewer mentored me, so to win this event shaping one of his classic guns, with Dick here to help judge it, it’s absolutely fantastic. To shape with this great grouping of friends, all of whom respect and appreciate RB’s expertise, well, it has been a wonderful weekend for all involved.”
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Keoni Jones Indo Trippin….
This July, Team Rider Keoni Jones got some rippable waves in Indo. All the driving and plane rides to get to Lakey Peak and West Java paid off. Here is the link for some footage: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTmaOvJnlPQ 
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1st Annual Marin Parks Stand Up Paddle Race – Aug 16
There were only five contestants, but to Adam Craig it was a great start. Adam’s a park ranger with the County of Marin parks department. He came up with the idea for the stand-up paddle board race and organized the event. “I had seen lots of stand-up paddlers here for the last couple of years, and it’s started to grow and grow and grow, said Craig as he watched the paddlers, “It just seemed like a good idea for us–not having really a place for a surf contest–so stand-up paddle boards are ideal. The beauty of paddle boarding is that anybody can do it, young, old. Having some kind of swimming experience is a good idea, but anyone can do it.” [Link]
Candice and a few of her close friends………
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Spinning the 11-7 Malihini
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Happy Customers
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New Arrivals
Just received a new shipment of boards! This batch included a few of the new bamboo veneered models. They’ve been in the shop for a little over a week now and more than half of them have sold. We still have the new 9-2 Wai Kahe, 9-10 Nalo and the 11-7 Malihini in stock. Took almost a year of planning to get this one right but we’re really happy with the results! Stop by and take a look……………. [Link]
Custom Bamboo Deck Shortboard
Can’t wait to ride it [Link]
6′ 0″ Firewire QuadFish
21 1/4″ x 2 5/8″ 
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Gotta love new Surfboards!
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July SUP Photo Shoot
We hooked up with Paul from Surf Party Cruise and took some pictures of our SUP models in action. The waves didn’t look that great at fist but we ended up havin a really good time…we were even more stoked we didn’t bum anyone’s trip since there were five of us and a photographer. We wanted some recreational surfers to show the versatility of the boards, so no pros or team riders, just regular peeps. 
Jeff on the 11-7 Moku 
Sara on the 9-6 Welo 
Sara on the 10-6 Wahine 
Danny on the 9-10 Nalo 
9-6 Welo 
10-9 Luana 
9-10 Nalo 
11-7 Malihini [Link]
Gerry Lopez SUP Fins
Quad Set 
Thruster Set We also got in some other new stuff… 
Various Black Stix 2.0 Fins 
V2 F4 and V2 SB1 RTM Fins (pictured) [Link]
9′ 0″ Firewire FlexFlight Demo
9′ 0″ x 22 1/4″ x 2 3/4″ 
New addition to the fleet [Link]
2009 Molokai Paddleboard Race
The setup 
Ray coming across the finish line 
Kyle Bernhardt’s custom 14′ stock board he made for the race 
Candice… 
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New Custom | Stoked Kid
Tristan with his custom 5′ 3″ Tropical Blends by Pyzel 
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Firewire Demos
Pictured is a 6′ 0″ FST Flexfire, 6′ 0″ RapidFire Alternator and a 6′ 0″ FST Alternator. I’ve been using the RapidFire board the last few sessions and have been really liking it. I also had a chance to meet up with Firewire’s Sales & Marketing Director last week and got to try out a Dominator for the first time. He had his personal 5′ 8″ which paddled like a champ and greatly exceeded my expectations surf-wise. Makes sense as to why I’ve gotten so many Dominator orders as of late. This was only my first shipment of demos so I’m lobbying hard to get some Dominators in the fleet as well. [Link]
9-6 Welo and Custom 9-0
Pono and Lucas enjoying some fun town SUP action…. 
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Father’s Day Fun
Father/Daughter paddle session at Waimea Bay on a couple custom Tropical Blends SUPs. 
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New SUP/Surf Shirts
Just recieved a batch of Longsleeve, Shortsleeve and Tank paddle shirts with our new Honu design. [Link]
Fun Waves in Town
Pretty good summer so far…just hope it lasts [Link]
Firewire Dominators
Just got in a fresh batch…they’re pretty much all spoken for but I haven’t heard back from a few customers I called to let know about the arrival so we’ll just wait and see how that unfolds. I have more on order as well so they’ll be filtering in throughout the summer. I currently have a 5-8, 5-10, 6-0, 6-4, 6-6, 6-8 and 6-10 if anyone wants to come down to size one up for future reference. The feedback has been really positive on these boards so I’m curious to hear what Jim thinks of the 6-6 after he gets it in the water. [Link]
XM Tangle-Free Leash
I’ve known about this leash for some time but was always pretty skeptical and didn’t give it too much thought. Well at least not until customers started asking me to order some after seeing the Surfline review. Tried one out myself the last two sessions and to be quite honest the thing works…might be a little early to tell for sure, but I didn’t feel the drag I thought I would and the cord seemed to stay out of the way. We’re all stocked up so if you’re in need of a new leash this may be a good option. [Link]
New Board | Fun Waves | Happy Customer
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9′ 1″ Prototype
28.5″ x 3.875″ 
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6′ 2″ Firewire Flexfire
18 5/8″ x 2 1/4″ [Link]
New SUP Prototypes
Got an 8′ 8″ and an 8′ 0″ both vacuum bag construction with bamboo decks. Jim has been raving about the 8′ 8″ since he first rode it on Saturday and I finally got to try it myself yesterday and was amazed by how well it surfed…nice and loose with super smooth transitions. The board was also surprisingly stable so it looks like we may have found our next production model. 8′ 8″ x 28.75″ x 3 7/8″
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Sticky Bumps Day-Glo Wax
Just received a case, so come get a few bars if you’re feeling creative. 
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Vivram Five Fingers
Just got in a new shipment so we’re pretty stocked up. 
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New 9′ 2″ Wai Kahe
9′ 2″ x 29 1/2″ x 4″ 
One of our new summer boards scheduled to arrive in July. Kyle made this one for us down at the shop to try out. Jim’s been riding it a bunch and has been really stoked on it with the 2 + 1 setup. Looking forward to trying it as a quad since it has the 5 Fin Box option. This one’s available for demo as well so let us know. [Link]
New ‘09 Futures Fins
Just got in a a shipment of the new line of Futures Fins Controller Quad 
Akila Twin 
Hatchet 2 + 1 RTM 
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Kalaoa Paddles Are Here!
Just got in a batch of Kalaoa Paddles including the Fish, Pin and Spoon models [Link]
Rich Pavel Boards
Just received these beautiful Speed Dialer and Twin Fin Pavels [Link]
Hinano Clothing
Just got a bunch of gear from Hinano…boardshorts, shirts, towels etc. Come check it out. [Link]
In case you haven’t seen the shop lately, we have boards……..
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5′ 10″ Firewire Futura
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Werner Nitro
Got em in stock…1pc and 3pc Nitros are here! [Link]
FiveFinger – New Colors and Sizes
New stock arrived yesterday……….if you were waiting, come on by. [Link]
All the Youngs – Big White BC Canada
We understand there was no shortage of snow……….looks like Jhana and Reiki had a good time! [Link]
Ocean Expo and five Fingers
The Five Fingers shoes were a huge hit! [Link]
The Big Drop
Might want to think this through carefully……… [Link]
Hawaii Ocean Expo
Tropical Blends showed up at the first Ocean Expo that was open to the public. Was a long weekend but a good time was had by all! Aloha to all of the folks that stopped by to check us out……… [Link]
Flat Paddle Feedback
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Lost Firewire Stealth
Now doing custom artwork…. [Link]
12′ 6″ Ohana SUP Race Board for Sale
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Just another day in the office
Daniel Jones in Indo [Link]
Stoked little guy…
There’s something to be said about a new board [Link]
