It all started with the fish when the innovative shapers and board builders out there decided to revisit the past for some inspiration. In doing so they brought back some lost skills such as resin tints and hand foiled fins.The Fish Fry has been a place for these fine craftsmen to showcase their skills. We have seen some amazing boards as shapers have pushed the boundaries over the last few years. As this new look at the fish has evolved to its many forms, it has influenced other shapes and designs along the way.This has spawned a renewed interest in other board forms by this same group and a wider following.Notably the Mini Simmons, Hulls, old school Logs and Pigs. It is pleasing to note that there are an increasing number of people building their own boards as well.All of this is to be applauded and celebrated as a positive for surfing.So it is only natural that these shapers and board builders continue to share their skills with us and include these other shapes at the Fish Fry.It has truly become a melting pot of ideas for like minded people.

Surfing in Tuscany , Italy - better than you might think

The locals in Tuscany are a passionate crew of surfers who have developed a culture of their own. They love to surf , skate build their own boards and celebrate all that is surfing.Right in the middle of all the high end beach clubs and hotel clubs they have their own turf and club house given to them by the local govenment.I was there last June and it is a great part of the world. Good mate Marco Mazzzini sent me this clip to share with you.
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