by The Editors on November 6, 2012
Patagonia is happy to announce the newest member of their “surf ambassador team” Chile’s Ramon Navarro.
“Ramon embodies the values we strive to promote,” says Jason McCaffrey, Patagonia’s Director of Surf. “He’s a straight-shooter that walks the talk and his commitment to the protection of the Chilean coast is unwavering.”. . . Navarro grew up in the seaside town of Pichilemu, Chile. His father is an artisan fisherman and free diver who taught Ramon a deep respect for the ocean. He began surfing at age 13 and has gone on to become one of the world’s most respected big-wave surfers. He made it to the finals of the prestigious Eddie Aikau in 2008-2009, finishing on the podium in 5th place and winning the event’s Monster Drop award. He was runner up for the XXL Ride of the Year in 2010, 2nd at the 2011 Punta de Lobos, and is currently nominated for Barrel of the Year for an incredible ride this past summer in Fiji.
For the official word from Patagonia, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on November 5, 2012
A Stifel Nicolaus analyst named Jim Duffy reportedly upgraded his rating on Quiksilver to buy from hold and the stock jump a whopping 38 cents to $3.78 a share on Monday, according to a story in Businessweek.
The company’s updated management could bring new energy to the company. Some leaders are also approaching deadlines in their restricted stock grants that would provide a strong incentive for them to get the stock price back up. . . Duffy also said that early hints of stabilization in Europe and some lower administrative costs could improve Quiksilver’s revenue and margin picture in 2013.
Looks like Duffy’s plan is working.
[Link: BusinessWeek]
by The Editors on November 4, 2012
There are many ways to help those whose lives have been impacted by Superstorm Sandy and ERGO Clothing has chosen to channel their help through their own Restore The Shore Projects.
Restore The Shore Projects was started by ERGO intern, Derek Koch, who is a 2nd year graphic design student at Rowen University in Glassboro, NJ. Koch and friend, Travis LeBar, started a Facebook page with Koch’s design, and it went viral overnight. “Derek was an amazing intern for us this past summer,” stated ERGO Co-Founder, Pete DiSpirito. “When he came to me with the initial design, we hit the ground running.” Product will be shipping within 7-10 days and 100% of the profits will be donated to various charities and organizations.
ERGO plans to give “all profits from the sale of the shirts” to Waves For Water. For answers to more questions on Restore the Shore, please click here. For the official word from ERGO, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on November 2, 2012
It was two years ago today (November 2, 2010) that the social media world began passing messages that the unthinkable had happened. Three-time ASP World Champion Andy Irons had died, alone in a Dallas, Texas hotel room while traveling home to Hawaii from the Rip Curl Pro Search Puerto Rico. The entire surf world was stunned, shocked, and heartbroken and in many ways we still are today.
Andy Irons touched so many lives in so many different ways. And, Billabong is working to keep AI’s memory alive and to support to his widow and son.
Out of respect and acknowledgement of Andy’s legacy we continue to dedicate the Billabong Pipe Masters in his memory. . . Billabong is also proud to announce the new global AI Forever collection for release in Summer 2013 in stores and online March 15, in the USA. Proceeds from the AI Forever line will go toward ongoing guaranteed support for Andy’s wife Lyndie and young son Axel.
That’s how you take care of family. Nice work, Billabong.
by The Editors on November 2, 2012
Thanks to a strong dollar (hard to believe we know) Rip Curl is getting yanked into the same undertow that’s been chewing on Billabong for the past 10 months, according to a story in the Herald Sun.
The prominent Victorian company is being buffetted by the strong dollar and weak consumer sentiment and will start to cut jobs and close stores overseas. . . BusinessDaily can reveal Rip Curl, which is privately owned, suffered a net loss of $4.1 million for the year to June. A year ago, it recorded a $7.9 million profit, and three years ago its profit clocked in above $30 million. . . Finance director Lachlan Farran said the group had shouldered one-off costs for a European restructure and to meet accounting rules linked to its purchase of the Ozmosis and Waves brands.
Guess this wave of bad news is continuing to roll.
[Link: Herald Sun]
by The Editors on November 1, 2012
The newest designs in the IVI Vision family or now up and available for holiday purchase on the IVI website. Us, we’re partial to the Blood Orange because they’re tasty delicious.
[Link: IVI Vision]
by The Editors on November 1, 2012
You wouldn’t expect Vans to be the presenting sponsor of the new hit Stacy Peralta documentary The Bones Brigade: An Autobiography without getting the clothing and footwear licensing deals out of it would you? No. You wouldn’t. And you’d be right.
In celebration of the highly-anticipated new documentary from Vans’ first sponsored skateboarder, Stacy Peralta, Vans offers a limited Vans x Bones Brigade footwear and apparel collection available now at finer skate shops and Vans retail stores worldwide.
You can load up on all the Bones Brigade 2012 official gear at www.vans.com/bonesbrigade. They also have some social media friendly games to play on the page as well. Think of it as one more reason to give VF Corp more of your money.
by The Editors on October 31, 2012
Herschel Supply Co. has teamed up with Spy on two signature goggles and bag packages: The Platoon and The Marshall.
“We worked closely with the crew at Herschel Supply Co. to create two collaborative goggles that are as technical as they are timeless,” says Brent Sandor, SPY brand manager. “Dreaming up one of the cleanest design details we’ve ever seen—a pop of Herschel Supply Co.’s signature red on the lens groove of the goggle—this frame is visually distinct from anything else out there. They also built a bag that’s as unique as it is functional. Only Jamie [Cormack] and the crew at Herschel Supply Co. would have put this much thought into every aspect.”
The Platoon retails for $159.95 and the Marshall is just $129.95. Follow the jump for the official word. [click to continue…]
by The Editors on October 30, 2012
It seems it was only a matter of time. Jason Jesse has been wearing these clothes, riding these bikes, shooting these guns, and sporting this style since long before Brixton was even a brand. Might as well put a couple logos on him.
“Jason is an inspiration to people inside and outside of skateboarding,” said Brixton co-founder and Brand Manager David Stoddard. “He brings a rich heritage to the Brixton family and we are honored to be working with him.”
“I feel right at home on Brixton,” said Jessee. “I’m into everything they’re into, so it’s very comfortable. I wear two hats and a lot of clothes and their stuff rules so I am fully stoked on being a part of this.”
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by The Editors on October 25, 2012
Patagonia is happy to announce the newest member of their “surf ambassador team” Chile’s Ramon Navarro.
