The Late Arvo Sesh...

Sundown is now Officially Safe for Seppos!

2009-05-03T14:57:00.001-04:00

Derogertory word used by the English and Australians for all American nationals. Derived from Rhyming slang (Septic Tank = Yank)

Wetsuit Blowout Sale!!!

2009-05-03T14:09:00.001-04:00

20% Off all 5/4/3's!

10% Off on all Wetsuit Items including Boots, Gloves, and Hoods!

Sundown Fantasy Surfer Club Results After Bells, Parko makes it two in a row and Ibisurf takes the lead

2009-05-01T15:11:00.001-04:00

Well, It's seems preordained that Parko is going take the title this year! The script is written and now let's see if Parko can play the role! The controversial single elimination format shook things up and whether you agree with it or not, it proved to be interesting and they did score some pretty filthy waves. Heats of Interest:

Slater vs Wright: Slater went looking for the tube too much and should have focused on the open face. Owen surfed exceptionally well and it seems like maybe it's time for Slater to move on... But wait, Slater at Chopes on his 5'3 is going to be the call! He did it at Pipe! Why not Chopes?

Smith vs Fanning: The cocky Saffa finally has started to shut up and let his surfing do the talking! This kid is going to do some damage this year. He will be a keeper on my picks for the season. Fanning, he wants the title again. He's hungry! But, is he hungry enough to take the title shot away from his best mate! Would you? I didn't think so.

The Three Darkhorses:

CJ Hobbledygood: He's hungry, on his way to divorce court and placed himself nicely within striking distance. With Tahiti coming up: It's game on. Shame his sponsor backed out of Fiji or this race would be considered tighter.

Freddy P: I wonder if I start drinking Budlight I might surf as well on my backhand as Freddy P? I think we might see a solid year from him. He's done well at Tahiti before. Maybe Quiksilver's plan on shrinking it's team might have anything to do with the fire under his arse?

Adam Robertson: Local underground WQS straggler who does good! Good on the kid. Even better is he gave the the surf industry the proverbial "up yours" by wearing a Hollister Hoodie during interviews! Maybe A&F will start sponsoring surfers and become more authentic than the big surf companies? Not bloody likely!

As for the Sundown Fantasy Club Winner for Bells it's Ibisurf who took a very close second at the Quik Pro and has now gone on to take the lead! He had an interesting roster that didn't even include Parko! Crazy! He had smart cheap choices who paid off with consistency. His top performers were: Fanning, a smart choice after his Quik Pro performance, Dingo Morrison, who is looking good but can't seem to get past the quarters, Jordy Smith, this kid is going to win an event this year!, and Kekoa Bacalso: The tank loved the thick walls of bells to match his power surfing. This kid is on a tear and may finally live up to his potential. Nice choices by Ibisurf. Please email me at Tyler@sundownski.com to receive your prize.

Tahiti is Next! Start getting your teams together!!! For more info go to
Fantasysurfer.com and sign up for the Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group!
Sundown has just gotten in heaps of boards from Bing, Jacobs and Rusty. Come in and check em out...
Cheers
Seppo1
Sundown Surf Shop
www.sundownsurf.com
www.sundownskisurf.blogspot.com
516-796-1565

All Hail Bunker Sreckles!!! The Legend Lives on!

2009-05-01T11:25:00.000-04:00

Bing and Jacobs now at Sundown, Sweet Magic sleds from the classics!

2009-04-13T22:08:00.001-04:00

Matt Calvani and crew at Bing and Jacobs Surfboards just sent us some sweet gems from SoCal! Come in and Check em out... Feel free to fondle and froth the boards! Not the sales girls. Enjoy the arousing board supply! More boards on the way...

Sundown Girls Dominate!!!!

2009-04-09T12:08:00.002-04:00

Sundown Surf Shop wants to Congratulate Team Riders Mercedes Ortega for finishing 2nd at the USASA National Championship and Kelly Murphy for finishing 6th in the Boardercross!!!! Way to reprezent NY!!!!

Don't mess with the best or she'll put a jihad on your ass!!!

Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group: Bells is on!!!, Smith and Wright taking em down!!!

2009-04-07T13:11:00.001-04:00

Young Upstart started entered his first Bells comp and took down Dane Reynolds in Round 1! Because of the new format, every round is an elimination round and Dane is now out!!! Bummer, I had Dane on my team this event.
Jordy Smith did not disappoint and looks to be on fire! He's up against Damo Hobgood in the next round. Should be interesting. I'm calling for a Jordy vs Parko Final!!! Anyone keen on seeing this?
Speaking of Damo Hobgood, Check this video out... Reminds of the Sarge Video Days...

Hobgoodvideo:
Hobgoods perving on Cory Lopez

tazzy smack talk from goods on Vimeo.

By the way, Sundown's got all heaps of summer gear coming in! Check out some of the new clothing lines from Insight, RVCA, Atwater, O'neill, Billabong, Quiksilver and more...
Plus, All winter clothing is 50% Off!!!

RIP CURL PRO BELLS BEACH ROUND 1 RESULTS:
Heat 1: David Weare (ZAF) 13.00 def. Nathaniel Curran (USA) 11.16
Heat 2: Michel Bourez (PYF) 12.33 def. Roy Powers (HAW) 6.26
Heat 3: Jay Thompson (AUS) 14.66 def. Heitor Alves (BRA) 6.60
Heat 4: Taylor Knox (USA) 15.84 def. Phillip MacDonald (AUS) 10.16
Heat 5: Dayyan Neve (AUS) 14.00 def. Marlon Lipke (DEU) 7.60
Heat 6: Kieren Perrow (AUS) 12.50 def. Aritz Aranburu (EUK) 12.23
Heat 7: Jihad Khodr (BRA) 10.83 def. Patrick Gudauskas (USA) 8.50
Heat 8: Owen Wright (AUS) 13.50 def. Dane Reynolds (USA) 10.50
Heat 9: Jordy Smith (ZAF) 18.70 def. Matt Wilkinson (AUS) 11.66
Heat 10: Adam Robertson (AUS) 9.56 def. Chris Davidson (AUS) 9.00
Heat 11: Mick Campbell (AUS) 13.83 def. Josh Kerr (AUS) 9.84
Heat 12: Dean Morrison (AUS) 13.10 def. Nic Muscroft (AUS) 10.17
Heat 13: Kekoa Bacalso (HAW) 12.83 def. Ben Dunn (AUS) 11.77
Heat 14: Greg Emslie (ZAF) 14.42 def. Drew Courtney (AUS) 11.83
Heat 15: Tim Boal (FRA) 14.50 def. Mikael Picon (FRA) 11.46
Heat 16: Tiago Pires (PRT) 13.50 def. Dustin Barca (HAW) 11.17

RIP CURL PRO BELLS BEACH ROUND 2 MATCH-UPS:
Heat 1: C.J. Hobgood (USA) vs. Mick Campbell (AUS)
Heat 2: Chris Ward (USA) vs. Taylor Knox (USA)
Heat 3: Kai Otton (AUS) vs. Dayyan Neve (AUS)
Heat 4: Joel Parkinson (AUS) vs. Michel Bourez (PYF)
Heat 5: Mick Fanning (AUS) vs. Tiago Pires (PRT)
Heat 6: Bobby Martinez (USA) vs. Tim Boal (FRA)
Heat 7: Damien Hobgood (USA) vs. Jordy Smith (ZAF)
Heat 8: Kelly Slater (USA) vs. Owen Wright (AUS)
Heat 9: Bede Durbidge (AUS) vs. Adam Robertson (AUS)
Heat 10: Tom Whitaker (AUS) vs. Jihad Khodr (BRA)
Heat 11: Adriano de Souza (BRA) vs. Drew Courtney (AUS)
Heat 12: Jeremy Flores (FRA) vs. Kekoa Bacalso (HAW)
Heat 13: Taj Burrow (AUS) vs. Jay Thompson (AUS)
Heat 14: Tim Reyes (USA) vs. Kieren Perrow (AUS)
Heat 15: Adrian Buchan (AUS) vs. Dean Morrison (AUS)
Heat 16: Fredrick Patacchia (HAW) vs. David Weare (ZAF)

Can't get enough Occ?

2009-03-24T21:06:00.002-04:00

For those goofy foots who miss real back hand surfing this is a must! It seems like most goofy foots today, surf good but are not raw and powerful. Nothing in the Occy mold at least! Everything is tight and technical. The Hobgoods are smooth and tight but lack a ferocious raw energy. Bobby Martinez again is technical and tight but lacks brute force! Where is the power goofy foot of this era? I haven't seen anyone really lay commitment onto a rail like Occ in years! The last person to hold up was Luke Egan! Watch and learn!

2009-03-24T00:06:00.002-04:00

One of the greatest segments in surf film history! Occy in his prime soul searching through Europe. The Slaves are one the most under rated 80's band ever! Long live the Occ!!!

2009-03-19T15:43:00.002-04:00

Sundown Fantasy Surfer Club House now open for trading! Next Event: The Rip Curl Pro @ Bells Beach. Atwater Clothing (www.atwatercollection.com) is giving away some nice goodies for the next event winner. To Join, just go to www.fantasysurfer.com and join the Fantasy Surfer League and look for the Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group and then join. Please read the rules of Fantasy Surfer and start picking from the Top 44 who you think will dominate Bells! Win a Free Surfboard if you are ranked #1 by the end of the ASP World Tour 2009 Season. Look for Parko to continue his roll at Bells and don't forget to watch it live at www.live.ripcurl.com

Bonzer Mothership

2009-03-19T10:35:00.002-04:00

A sick historical flick that premiered at the NY Surf Film Festival last year. Sundown has a classic Hobie Bonzer for sale with gorgeous resin tints. Come in and check it out.

Click the link for your viewing pleasure...
Bonzer Mothership

Are you a Kook?

2009-03-16T00:54:00.003-04:00

Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group: Congrats to GMGsurfer for taking out the win!, Parko goes berzerko at the Quiksilver Pro!!!

2009-03-11T12:25:00.002-04:00

Parko Scored a perfect 10 in his semi and then his final! His surfing was nothing short of inspiring and I would have to say he is going to be the pick for the title this year. His surfing all through the event was nothing short of awe inspiring! In his Round Four Heat, he came back with a sick pick in the dying seconds of the comp! He then did it again in his Semi against Mick Fanning! Parko showed true determination and will be the one to watch. The disappointment for everyone had to be Slater. I think everyone had him on their teams. His 5'4 looked pretty sick but seemed to hold him back slightly. The big surprise of the event was Adriano De Souza! The kid shouldn't be a surprise since last year's steady climb but his domination of Taj in Semi 2 was nothing short of brilliant. And how about Dane and Jordy! Both surfed insane early on but Jordy couldn't find a decent wave in his heat and Dane was ripped off! He caught the sickest barrel at the end of his heat against Taj but the judges way underscored it. Check out Stabmag.com for the full story on that. In the Final, it looked like Adriano just couldn't find the rhythm he needed and Parko just looked comfortable and relaxed. He got those back to back barrels that the announcers couldn't get enough of and kep showing them over and over in slow motion. For an event that started out slow, it finished with a bang.
On the Sundown Fantasy Surfer group side of things, it was GMGsurfer who took out the win with a team consisting of:
Kelly Slater
Mick Fanning
Damien Hobgood
Dean Morrison
David Weare
Julian Wilson
Jordy Smith
Dane Reynolds

Slater was everyone's pick and you can see most people's numbers are lower than they would have been had they gone with Parko. The rest of the top five on Sundown's Fantasy Surfer Group goes like:
2nd-ibisurf (So close! Only 2 points separated them)
3rd-Sundown (What can I say?)
4th- NYRippa (Last Years Overall champ and still a danger man)
5th- I don't have a name (couldn't think of a name but got it right with the teams)

So if GMGSurfer would please stand up and send your contact info in order to win your prize, to tyler@sundownski.com.
Bells is up next and we will have to wait and see if Slater will be motivated to attend. Parko loves Bells and should continue his form.
Thanks everyone and see you at the next event.
-Seppo1

Join Sundown Fantasy Surf Club House and Win a Surfboard

2009-02-27T14:48:00.004-05:00

After a Successful year of Fantasy Surf Competition, The Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group returns. Join The Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group by the beginning of the Billabong Pro Tahiti and you will be eligible to win a Free Surfboard if you are ranked #1 by the end of the ASP World Tour 2009. Winners of each Events will win $25 Gift Certificates to Sundown Surf Shop. To Join, just go to Surfermag.com or follow the link http://fantasysurfer.com/ and join the Fantasy Surfer League and look for the Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group and then Join. Please read the rules of Fantasy Surfer and start picking from the Top 44 who you think will dominate this years season opener. Any inquiries please contact breuertj@hotmail.com Thanks and Mahalo,
Tyler Breuer
Sundown Ski and Surf
516-796-1565
www.sundownsurf.com

Is this you?

...Or Will This be you?

Sundown's Fantasy Surfer Club Champ Crowned!, Doug "NYRippa" Milstein Reigns Supreme As Fantasy Surfer Champ

2009-02-18T10:59:00.003-05:00

Doug Milstein was all smiles when he came into Sundown Surf Shop this winter to collect his bounty. Doug had just finished at the top of the Inaugural Sundown Fantasy Surfer Club Year End Ratings and is now crowned the Sundown Fantasy Surf Club Champ! He walked away with a sweet Quiet Flight 5'11" Squash and Two, count them, two FREE Roundtrip tickets to Puerto Rico on Jet Blue. Who wouldn't have a grin ear to ear?
Doug's consistency on the Fantasy Surfer Tour earned him the win but he also placed well within the top 500 of the overall Surfer Magazine Fantasy Surfer Group, which is huge considering there are over 20,000 participants! Doug had his teams picked for every comp and was on top of it when it counted most, especially in Brazil where almost half of the top 16 were no shows and everyone who wasn't paying attention had have their teams not counted. Obviously Slater was the main pick for everyone's team but the important picks were the lower rung guys who were cheap to purchase for teams. Doug was right on the money for almost every event. Pipe was his crowning Victory and was probably the one event that a lot of people may not have chosen Slater as their top pick. Doug stayed with his tried and true and clinched it. A special note: Slater's surfing at the 2008 Pipe Masters was BullS--t!! Riding a 5'10 in 6-8ft Pipe! That had to be one of the most enjoyable Pipe Masters to watch! IT was also sick to see Wardo break into the finals again.
Below are some picks The Champ and his new board! The World Tour begins in a couple of weeks. Slater is gunning for 10! The Sundown Fantasy Surf Club will be closing it's doors once the events starts. If you want to have a go at the Sundown Fantasy Surf Club this year, join now because after the second event at Bells, no new members will be able to join! Prizes and the Preview will be released soon. Stay tuned. Congrats to Doug Milstein for killing it this year. The guy is one of the nicest and coolest guys out there. Thank you to everyone who participated in Sundown's Fantasy Surfer Club. We were stoked on everyone's participation and hope to make it bigger next year.
Cheers,
Seppo1
Sundown Ski and Surf
516-796-1565
www.sundownsurf.com
www.sundownsurf.blogspot.com

Fantasy Surfer Winner Announced!!!

2008-12-19T16:12:00.001-05:00

Sundown Ski and Surf would like to Congratulate NYrippa for winning the 1st Sundown Ski and Surf Fantasy Surfer Group! He will be winning 2 free roundtrip tickets on Jet Blue to the PR and a new Quiet Flight Shred Stick!!! Complete wrap-up and more info soon to come!!! We would like to thank everyone who participated in this years Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group! I know it's a hard thing to sometimes stay focused on through out the year but everyone's participation is appreciated and we hope everyone was stoked on it! If you had won one of the competitions and have not received an gift certificate from Sundown please let me know by emailing me at sundownskisurf@gmail.com
Thank you all for taking part and Happy Holidays!
Cheers,

China Ty
Sundown Ski and Surf
516-796-1565
www.sundownsurf.com

Bra Boys, Archy, Fitty-Fitty, and more Shredda DVDs are in!!, Sundown's DVD Collection and Movie Review

2008-08-13T12:29:00.001-04:00

Fresh out of the Box Sundown just got in some quality surf films. I've been an active surf film collector for over 20 years now. My library is now reaching the 400 mark. I have to say this is the golden era in surf film making. Never before has such a wide array and range of films have ever been put out. The quality just keep getting better and the bar is raised each year. I'm currently involved in helping to organize the New York Surf Film Festival and to be honest, I have never watched so many surf movies in such a short amount of time. Amongst a lot of the films that I have been viewing, for me, the one that sticks out the most is The Archy movie! It's rare that you get a pro surfer be candid and honest about their difficulties and it's even more rare to find a surf movie where the industry surfers are self critical of the Surf Industry itself. The music is top notch with everything from Bowie to the Buzzcocks! The editing is smooth and works off of a chronological order of events in Archy's life. The surfing... It's Archy, you can't go wrong! For all of those who have strayed to the darkside, or are curious about the less glamorous side of surfing, this movie will have you talking for days after. For the grommets who think Taj or Dane are gods, watch this movie and realize that without Archy, we'd all be surfing three to the beach doing white water floaters and wearing track suits to the beach! Know your roots!!! For the Archy die hards, get ready to quench your thirst for raw radical power surfing!!!
Enjoi
China Ty
Sundown Surf Shop 516-796-1565 www.sundownsurf.blogspot.com

And if your looking for something else, Sundown just got in the special 2 disk edition of Bra Boys!!! Watch Koby, Sunny, and Jai Abberton beat the crap out of police officers and charging some filthy gnarly pits!!!
Also in: Fitty-Fitty: The latest Metalstorm movie following Parko, Dingo and World Champ Mick Fanning on a boat trip in the Mentawais!!! Watch the Coolie Kids schralp the crap out of these perfect waves!!!

Tavy and J-Bay Recap. Rip Curl Search Preview

2008-07-30T17:03:00.000-04:00

Well, Slater has taken out 4 out of the last 5 events!!! It seems to be a run away season for the 8x world champ. We all know who is on everyone's team at the moment!!! Tavarua was Slater's from the get go. CJ put a up a good fight in a repeat of the 06' event final. Only instead of pumping Restaurants it was funky Cloudbreak. Many of the other contenders seemed to drop the ball. Especially Taj, Mick and Parko. All three are going to be the only ones with a chance of challenging Slater. AI has gone absent. He's consistent. But consistently making quarters and thats it. Expect him to shine at the Rip Curl Event in Indo. Then it was on to J-Bay where Slater just walked all over the competition. The only person to come clost to taking Slater down was Parko! He was the form surfer of the event. It was unfortunate that the conditions deteriorated to windy mush by the semis. Fanning was surfing smooth but not on. He never really seemed to be the standout surfer and the final was embarrassing for him. How many times did he fall in that final. The Slater voodoo worked. The surfer everyone needs to keep a close eye on this year is Adriano de Souza. This kid's surfing has finally started to mature and you can see the improvement in waves of consequences. He may still have a stink bug stance but he backhand barrel riding is just filth. He ran into Kelly again at Jeffries in the quarters. A rematch of their heat last year. Slater yet again proved to be just a bit too much for the young Brazilian. Everyone should be picking this guy for the Brazil Event. Now, onto the next event, the Rip Curl Somewhere event which will be in Indo. Everyone should be thinking goofyfooters! I think Martinez and the Hobgoods are going to break out in this event. AI will be gunning for his third Rip Curl Search win. And I bet Slater is now thinking of trying to breka the record for the most wins in a season, now shared by Damien Hardman, Tom Curren and Kelly Slater with 7 wins. Slater is going for 8 wins. The one person who I reckon will be a good buy is Bruno Santos. He's the only other surfer to have won an event this year other than Slater. He's a good cheap buy and he charges left hand barrels. This event should be interesting and all we know is that the contest is being held at a left hander that is notorious for being hard on the backhand. And now for the Sundown Fantasy Surf Club winner. Yup that is right! Coastal Conviction has been on a roll, claiming the last two events and is now climbing the ratings. Coastal just squeeked out a win in the last event at J-bay with 764 points. Firesurf was next with 763. How close is that!!! Coastal Conviction needs to email me @ sundownskisurf@gmail.com in order to receive their prize from Sundown. Good luck to Everyone with the Rip Curl Event. Cheers, Tyler Breuer Sundown Ski and Surf 516-796-1565 www.sundownsurf.com, www.sundownsurf.blogspot.com sundownskisurf@gmail.com

Sundown's Tent and Truck Sale: Saturday July 26, Brand New Rusty's for $299, JC Truck Sal

2008-07-23T12:03:00.002-04:00

Rob from JC Hawaii will be coming over with a whole slew of brand new JC's in all shapes and sizes!!!
The waves have been going off lately and I know a bunch of you are going to be needing some good boards for the already active Hurricane season.
Also, We are trying to move our Rusty inventory. All brand new Rusty PU boards are on Sale for $299!!!

One Day Only!!! Everything Kicks off 10am Saturday, July 26!!!! We'll be grilling out all day!!!

Fish Farm...Antibiotic Free and Delicious!

2008-07-10T14:53:00.002-04:00

These aint no guppies!!! Pure fishing fun! Totally organic, and good for you!
WARNING!!! These Fish's are for total fun consumption and are not to be hung on your wall as a trophy! Surf em or die!

Arborvore! Arbor Sidewalk Shred Stix just In!!!

2008-07-10T14:40:00.003-04:00

Ready to bomb some hills? Just in are some cherry Arbors! So kine!
These things are ready for some steeps! Got the sack for it?

Wuz'SUP? SUP Yo!!!

2008-06-27T15:24:00.002-04:00

Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals @ Sundown

Yes, you've seen Laird riding one! Even Machado is a fanatic. It's easy to imagine yourself standing atop of a massive board, paddle in hand. Looking stoic and regal. Like some Hawaiian Royalty. You can tell yourself your now a waterman! Buy one of these SUP and you'll not only be paddling into overhead bombs, but it's going to motivate you to train, run underwater with stones, spearfish and all those other waterman activities. It's easy to get carried away when your daydreaming.

The Stand Up Paddle boards are a lot of fun and are perfect for those small micro days when it's otherwise unridable. But don't kid yourself into thinking your gonna be like Laird. The SUP are definitely not as easy as they look. I recommend trying it out in the bay first. Otherwise it's gonna be a lot of falling and getting up again and again and again.

SUP is definitely a lot of fun and if you have the urge to give it a try and wanna feel like Laird, come down to Sundown to rent out some SUPs.

Rentals start at $75 for 24 hrs. or you can rent them for $150 for 3 days.

One day Rental Credits can be used toward any new SUP Purchase.

Come on down and check em out yo!

516-796-1565

Keep on dreaming...

Sonic Blowouts with Skull Candy!!!

2008-06-22T16:22:00.003-04:00

Are you a hipster? Looking for the best sound quality to make your ears bleed, mush your brains, and listen in pitch perfect Leonard Lopate podcasts. Nah, just kidding! These things are gonna blow up the bass and keep up with that edgy urban music they call Hip Hop! And they look dope yo!

No, really, these things are the best thing for your surf trips. They'll last through all the third world rough and tumble and deliver for those pre surf psyche sessions!

Hobie Surf Team Circa 66'

2008-06-21T15:47:00.004-04:00

My Dad pulled this classic shot of Phil Edwards at Emilios (Now Sundown). Check out how formal everyone was, all dressed up in suits and ties. It's a shame none of those boards are hiding in the back of the shop.

After Further inspection, Emilio is furthest on the right, then Mike Tabling, Dick Catri, unknown, Gary Propper, Winfried Breuer and then Phil Edwards.

Classic Shot! If you ever wanted to ride for a surf team, you had to wear a suit and tie. Imagine that nowadays?

Swapping good time!!!

2008-06-21T15:16:00.003-04:00

Moved heaps of Boards last weekend! Some photos of the happy people who came!

We're still moving used boards if your keen!

Global Ed living it up with Cedes and Em!

Stoked Grommie with new board!!!

Grills, Boards, sun, burgers and a beach chair! The recipe for a successful swap!

Recycle, Re-use, Re-shred, Renew!

2008-06-13T13:28:00.003-04:00

Just a taste of some of the boards that have been coming in for the board swap!!!

There's some gems sitting here that y'all are gonna dig. Kenny V has been unloading his whole board quiver! Davey boy S. dropped off some bombs as well. A nice Pure Fun Hank Byzak that is perfect for the summer doldrums. Oh, and a Lost 7'6" Gun that is just waiting for a sick trip to Puerto E! Bobby C . Dropped off a sweet Walden as well!

Come down and check em out! Gonna grill up as well.

-China Ty

Sugar Mills by UM Surfboards Arrive!!!, Classic Quads, Keels and Eggs @ Sundown

2008-06-11T14:51:00.003-04:00

Retros, Post Modern, Classic, Retro-Postmodernistic Nihlistic future shapes, Pre-Post
Victorian Surfboards from Michael Walter of Sugar Mill and UM have arrived! Call em what you want! Nobody cares anymore! They ride nice and these shapes are gonna go insane!!!
We got this 6'4 Mini Egg that looks sh-t hot!!! Also, check the 7'0 Long-fish Quad! Pure and utter filth Mate!!! We also got the Surf Swap this weekend!!! Gonna grill up and sell some boards!
-China Ty

Surfboard Swap Sale!!!

2008-06-04T17:24:00.001-04:00

Turn your old board into a new one!
Recycle, Re-use, Re-rip! You never know what classic boards will come out of people's garages.
If you haven't been down to the shop in a while, your gonna be surprised at the huge amount of boards and selection we have in. The boards are pure filth!!!
Apres' Surf Lunch Anyone? We'll be BBQ-ing all day Saturday and Sunday!

Sidwalk Shred Stix!!!

2008-06-04T11:53:00.002-04:00

Now flying off the racks, Sector 9's, Original Longboard Skateboards and other concrete tools for flat day medication!
The Bamboo Sector 9's are looking really sweet! And the Original's are such sweet boards. Lot's of flex. I'm about 220 lbs and I can jump on these things like trampolines. And the trucks are super nice and carvy. Check the pix... Also, if you have a penchant for curb grinding and kick-flips, we got a massive selection of decks from Chocolate, Element, Girl, Baker, Almost, Bodega and more...
With gas being what it is these days, get a board to help go green and keep your wallet full.

Roberto Augusto's esta aqui!!!

2008-06-04T11:47:00.002-04:00

Say goodbye to the Endless Bummer. Robert August boards are in and are looking Fiiiiiiiiiiiillllthy!!!
Such nice clean shapes!
We have a full selection from a Big Guy Tri to the Surf Tec "What I Ride", to the Wingnut Model.

Check em out, come down to the shop. We're also having our 5th Annual Board Swap/Tent Sale on June 14th and 15th.

Bueno in Hermosa, No bueno in Domincal.

2008-05-28T17:35:00.003-04:00

¿¡Si or No!?
Our time in Hermosa has come to an end. We arrived here in Domincal last night only to find out moments later that are car battery was broken furthering our time here Dominical. The surf has been good along with the night life, which is an entirely seperate story on it´s own. We are awaiting a new car to be brought to us then hopefully leaving to go down further South tomorrow morning. It´s been stomach high to overhead each day. No complaints. If you do have plans to head down here head to Cabinas las Arenas at Hermosa Beach talk to Roger.

Things we have learned thus far:
1- Costa Ricans are not partial to paved roads.
2- Mercedes has had more luck with the locals than Dan and I put tother.
3- Wear underwear, the bees here show now respect to your private area.
4- The Ipod is the greatest invention.
5- Jaco at 5am is sketch.

Alright we´re racking up the minutes here on our borrowed internet time.
Pete, Dan and Merrrrcedes.

P.S. If you find a girl Dominque please send her my way, I owe her a dance and a coherrent conversation.

Got the Right Sunscreen? Read this!

2008-05-25T16:09:00.003-04:00

I just read this on NYNJsurf.com. Follow the link and find out if your sunscreen is keeping you safe or hurting you?

Newyorksurf.com

-China Ty

Wild Cards Run Wild! Billabong Pro Chopes Update!

2008-05-22T16:55:00.004-04:00

25 heats in one day!!! That hasn't been done since the tour switched to a two tiered system in 92'.

The second day of the comp was action pact and there were at least 5 not to miss heats. I'm going to start by acknowledging that I was way off on my predictions for this event. Everyone in the top 5 dropped out by the end of round 3. Fanning was handed his first 33rd since Simon Anderson put three fins on a board. His consistent run finally came to an end and it seems like the fanning from last year is on holiday. The big surprise was Slater's early exit to eventual finalist Manoa Drollet. It started slow for Slater, with a loss in round 1 to Drollet. Then it was redemption time against former boy wonder now man/freak Jamie O'Brien. Slates killed it and for a few moments, you thought the motivation was back and it was going to be a three-peat. This heat was spectacular. Slater crushed O'Brien. when you compare the surfing in that heat against a majority of the top 48, it was leaps and bounds above the rest. But then Slater was against Drollet and it was a shocker. Slater was pulling into anything that moved and had he made some of the waves he could have done it but the conditions never came together and Drollet got one real decent score and it was over.

I was right with one of the predictions, Bede did not disappoint and he flopped in round 3 to an unstoppable Chris Ward. Wardo threw himself into the most critical waves and pulled it with control and style. I mean, some people when they surf barrels backhand, they may drag a hand or if they are really good they'll drag their arse a little bit. Wardo, He freaking dragged his body! I mean full body buried into the face and then getting shacked so deep. Great surfing from a guy who might go to jail.

The suprise surfer of the comp had to have been Adriano De Souza! The little Brazo kid looked solid and seemed to shake off his small surfer moniker. The kid can get pitted! He scored one of the highest heat totals of the comp!

The most hyped heat was the Dane v Jordy heat! It had potential but Jordy just didn't have it. Dane killed it. I mean, the kid went right at Chopes and not only made it but even pulled a couple of turns. Then he proceeded to get pounded on the reef but one could see that Dane's surfing in critical waves was a step above Jordy. Jordy pulled a sweat air reverse right onto the inside reef only to turn around and see Dane get perfectly slotted on a bigger and more critical wave. So far, it's Dane who is turning out to be the real deal and Jordy has just not really lived up tot he hype. Jeffrey's is going to be the make it or break it comp for Jordy. If he doesn't get a result there, consider the year a failure for him. As for Dane, his year is already a success in my book. He's in the top 10 already. He's a real threat to take out a comp this year. Dane v Jordy: 1-0

Andy had a chance to gain ground this comp and put himself back into contention but for him it was another quarters finish. Parko took him down this time. I don't see the hunger anymore. I think we could soon see Andy take a semi retirement soon. What's the point in him being on tour if he's not in it to win it?

Parko and CJ did a great job to gain some ground. Parko showed he really wanted it after he pulled a "Dooma" on Tiago Pieres and forced an interference. Game, Set, Match!

CJ was on fire!!! He looked like the man to beat throughout the whole comp. I think we could see a big result from him in Fiji!

The final was anti-climatic with the Brazo, Bruno Santos getting the only real barrel during the whole heat. The sentimental favorite was Drollet but it was not meant to be. Either way, it was quite an accomplishment for two wild cards to make the final. The last time that happened was at the 97' Pipe Masters with Mike Ho and Johnny Boy Gomes.

Now, Tavarua is up next! Damo Hobgood is back and will be taking the place on. Look for him to make a dent. He's gonna want make up for missing his bread and butter event. Slater is still going to be the favorite and if anyone who has seen his "Letting Go" movie will know that he dominates the place. I think Dane could be a dark horse at this event. CJ is also going to be the one to watch. One last pick is Kai Otton. If the surf is pumping he's going to be the one charging the hardest.

There is no break for the tour surfers. Tavarua starts this weekend. Game on!!!

Now for the Fantasy Surfer Ratings.

LISurfer has surged to the lead with a solid performance for the Billabong. LISurfer's saving pick was Manoa Drollet. That put them right up at the top. Catchafire holds onto Second place with Swampfox in third, Bonebratz in 4th and yours truly rounding out the Top 5. BoneBratz had a great showing with a second place for the Billabong. The points are close and anyone int he top 5 can steal the lead with the next event. Puerto Rico is looking closer and closer.

LISurfer will receive a 25% off Gift card at Sundown Ski and Surf.

Remember everyone else, The overall winner will get a free roundtrip plane ticket to PR from NY. So choose carefully for your next few events. They are going to be critical events.

Good luck and Live Viewings of the Globe Fiji Pro at Sundown all throughout the week. Call to check if the comp is on. 516-796-1565

For overall rankings go to Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group

Cheers

China Ty

Sundown Ski and Surf

516-796-1565

www.sundownsurf.com

www.sundownsurf.blogspot.com

Checkk ittt

2008-05-19T23:25:00.006-04:00

It's hard to fight our grins right now. It truly is. The travel bags have been dusted off. The dirty cold water wax has been scrapped, stripped, and completely removed..all in exchange for "fresh-off-the-truck" tropical Sex Wax that couldn't have been in the shop for any longer then two weeks. The 5/3's & 4/3's, well they're all safely hung in our closets awaiting future freezin' barrels that us North Easterners have come to love so much. Our plane departs in mere hours and 7 months of waiting have come down to this. For the next three week's three of us will be moving about Costa Rica.

Where exactly? Well we can't say for sure. Our only goal is to be where ever the best wind conditions meet the best swell conditions. We've decided to keep our bags lite with expectations of bouncing around as needed.

We're hoping to keep everyone updated as we make our moves through out the trip, internet access permitting. So here's your chance to live Vicariously through us.

-Poodle, Cooley & Cedes.

Trivial Surf Trivia

2008-05-19T11:58:00.002-04:00

For the Surfing Encyclopedia's out there...

1) Which Long Island Surfer is the late 60's " Hannon Surfboards" "Fast Eddie Model" named after?

2) Who is the infamous Florida Surfer from the late 60's that stole The Star of India Sapphire?

3) Who is the youngest male surfer evver to win a World Tour Event? Extra Points for his nickname?

4) What year did Tom Curren surf Montauk on a 5'5 Rick Twin fin he bought second hand in NJ? Bonus: Which Surfer did he surf against and convincingly beat in France on the twin fin that year?

5) Where was the First Annual East Coast Surfing Championships held?

If you can answer all 5, come down to Sundown and get 10% off any one clothing item, or surf accessory before June 1st, 2008.

Quiet Shred sticks

2008-05-15T16:04:00.004-04:00

Quiet Flights for Shredda Rippa's!

14 Boards just arrived!!! That's right, four-deen mate!

Quiet Flight has been around for ages. I remember family trips down to Florida and staying in Cocoa Beach. We would drive our family mini van from NY and head all the way down to Slater's birth place. There would be the occasional stop at South of the Border and a must stop at the Waffle House. It would be painful drive but by the time we had gotten ourselves settled in Cocoa Beach and had gone for a surf check, it was all forgotten. A stop at the Quiet Flight Shop was mandatory. They always had the nicest boards and I'd get stoked on the Richie Rudolph models, lime green and boxy rails. My Step-bro had bought one one year and that board lasted for at least 4 years without a tinge of yellowing.

We just got the latest models in, including some Stinger's, Quads, and even a board the is reminiscent of Richie Rudolph's old board. Of course it's a bit updated with a bat tail and quad fins but the coloring is the same. Come in and give them a feel...

-China Ty

5'10 Squash

6'0 Bat Tail Quad ala Richie Rudolph

6'1 Stinger

7'2 Funboard

7'6 Stinger

Accessorize, Accessory, Access, Excess, Accelerate!

2008-05-12T14:39:00.005-04:00

Ho bra! Da Kine just arrived with kine leashes and traction pads!

Let's not stop there! Creatures of Leisure are in as well and that stuff is looking oh so nice! We got the slim fit travel bags in. It's great for fitting 2+ boards without the bulk. I reckon it also works nice as a day bag as well. Where were these bags when I was out on the road?

Oh, and we got finzzzzzz! True Aaaaaaames! (Go on, say it like Fonzie! Ayyyyyyyyyy!)

Futures and FCS are also looking nice. What you looking for bra? Quads, twins, foiled, it's all there and all good. Can't afford a new board? Get new fins! Curren would approve!

-China Ty

Quote of the Day: "It's not dying that scares me, it's living that scares me to death!" -El Kelly Slater, from the movie "What Next!" from Marshal Hatori.

This film had sick Slater at J-Bay and Rob Machado in Reunion and the Timmy Curran segment is sick surfing but lame skit. Hattori went on to make a few other Surf Films, he was dubbed the Quentin Tarrantino of surf films. He went on to make a movie called Surfing as "Surfing as Sadhana" which caused an uproar because apparently there were some shots of Veronica Kay and Stephen Slater implying they are doing drugs and VK's Parents tried to sue him. Lame! People should take responsibility for their actions. If you know you're being filmed and you don't want people to know what you do, don't do it in front of a camera. By the way, where is VK these days?

Terry Martin Reprezent! Hobie's are FOT(Fresh off da truck)

2008-05-08T17:01:00.000-04:00

It is rumored that Terry Martin has shaped over 50,000 boards since 52' and has shaped for Hobie way back in 63' when he begged the Master, Hobie Alter to let him shape for him. Hobie taught him to work with a skil 100 and he's been there ever since. We just got these incredible functional pieces of art. Only these boards are meant to be ridden. They might look nice hung up on a wall but I can think of a few other nice walls they'd go great in... The acid splash resin tints are insane! Pure craftsmanship! These boards are those who know and appreciate the quality.

Come in and fondle and drool.

I've got overactive salivating glands this week.

-China Ty

6'6 Bonzer

5'10 C4 Quad

6'0 C4 Quad

5'8 twin keel

2008-05-06T08:43:00.000-04:00

I'll be upfront about it, I've got money down on Jamie O'brien. He killed the trials and his cocky arrogant style of surfing is what this wave demands in order to perform. He's also super cheap right now, freeing up some extra cash to make a purchase for a certain surfer that seems to be on fire. El Slay-tor! But, it all depends on if the surf provides. If it was like last year, we could see Jeremy Flores win which would be a bit of a disappointment in my opinion. No offense to Flores but when I think of Champs for this event, his name is no where near the radar screen. I may eat my words here but I wouldn't put money down on Bede. He's surfing great but his backhand attack is lacking in sizable surf. He's a tall bloke which increases his chance to get smacked by the lip there. As for Fanning, we will see. He had a great result last year but this year his motivation doesn't seem as intense. It's as if Slater just took the wind out of his sails after the final at the Quik Pro. The big question is, will AI step up finally and surf like he should be surfing. The two quarters he had with Slater this year were just disappointing. All the media guys have been making excuses or glancing over his losses, saying "oh, the waves were crap for that heat and he lost motivation." That's BS mate! If you are in a heat with Slater, especially him, that should be motivation enough. He hasn't had a real good result at Chopes in a long time. His name used to be synonymous with the place. Now, he's just another competitor who has been waxed by Dean Morrison a handful of times in recent pasts at this spot. Dingo is the the dark horse to keep an eye on. He thrives on big hollow lefts! A definite for your teams. And how about the Hobgoods. Always a good bet to take the whole thing. Even Damo who busted his shoulder a few weeks ago. That guy is either extremely motivated, crazy or just plain stupid. We will see this coming week. A High is now dominating the region and it is looking like there will not be any big waves for the beginning of the event. Hopefully it doesn't end up like last year or worse... A french Flag being flown with Flores being handed a Hinano in the channel... Good luck to everyone and if you are in the area, Sundown will be watching the event Live at the shop. So come down if you have some time to kill and want to watch the comp with others and talk s--t. 2726 Hempstead Turnpike, just east of the Wantaugh Parkway. Cheers,

Tyler Breuer

Sundown Ski and Surf

516-796-1565

www.sundownsurf.blogspot.com

www.sundownsurf.com

JC's have arrived and I'm not talking about the carpenter!

2008-05-02T19:04:00.000-04:00

I'm not going to lie, I never used to like JC's. It was something to do with his outline that I was never really into. My conversion started this winter at one of the surf trade shows. It was the El Quatro model that caught my eye. The nose was a bit fuller but not fish/funboard wide, just a bit more beef for added floatation and paddling. What stoked me out on this board is the double bump wings that start at just a quarter of the way up from the tail. Then it ends with a nice Diamond tail, perfect for letting you round out your turns a bit more. And I'm on a quad kick lately. So, you've got this perfect summer board that you can utilize the rails fully but still apply pressure to the tail and make a nice tight turn. Quads can be great for rounding out your turns but sometimes it can make tighter tuns a little harder to come by. Obviously depending on the board shape but this thing is going to fly and snap perfectly in the pocket. Check out some of the latest JC's we just got in below. The SD3 (Shane Dorian Model) is looking pretty filthy! It's going to go insane in some decent waves! Come and get em while their hot...

Also, We got Quiet Flights on their way! Those boards are going to so sick!

Cheers,

-China Ty

Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group: De Ja Vu: Slater makes it 2 in a row! Repeats 06'

2008-03-31T21:31:00.000-04:00

Well, It looks like Slater's easy going non-chalant attitude is paying off. It seems like everyone is copying Mick's strategy of hard training and psyching up, except Slater and it seems to be working. I believe the optimum proverb would be "effortless effort". Slater is just cruising through heats and just having a ball. The other form surfer of the event was Dane Reynolds who seems to almost adopt Slater's technique of not worrying and just going out and ripping! His easrly round heats were mind blowing! Look for everyone to next year have a more apathetic aproach to the tour. Everyone on th tour next year will be saying " I don't know if I'm going to the next comp? Maybe I will, maybe I won't?" Dane's surfing was pure and radical. It was a shame his luck ran out against Taj. Taj is serious about winning a title but it's like he's trying too hard. He never really caught form the whole event. He seemed to force his way past heats but never had the magic. The waves seemed to crap out towards the end of the comp and he just happened to get the better waves than Dane. The biggest suprise was Bede. It really shouldn't be anymore! He's on fire! He's so calm and cool. You never see him show any emotions. He's also one of the few surfers to rattle Slater. But look for him to slow his pace over the next leg. Chopes and Tavarua seem to be his achilles heal. This is the leg that the regular foots need to step up! Fanning needs a good result in Tahiti to have any chance at a repeat title. Parko, has never really been a standout at these events as well and if he doesn't produce anything here, consider the rest of the year a wash out. This is normally when Slater can really distance himself from his competitors. Andy used to be one of the few to challenge Slater at these locations but it seems like his fire has gone out. Two quaterfinal losses to Slater in a row! Something is up! His heat against Slater was just a shocker! I keep reading about how fired up he is and how he's been training but he has yet to deliver. Also, he hasn't had a real result at Chopes in ages! Gone are the days of his psycho late drops and domination of the break? We shall see... Perhaps the most overlooked and least talked about heat was Bobby Martinez's quaterfinal against Fanning! The dude took out Fanning in difficult Bells conditions on his backhand!!! I think Tahiti could be a good event for Bobby! He will definitely be a favorite pick for the upcoming Pacific events! As far as the Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group is concerned we have a new group leader and an event winner! Swampfox2 took the event with a strong team: Taj, Bobby, Parko, Tommy Whits, Dayan, Perrow, Jordy and Dane! 4 of them finished a quater or higher and two of them made the semis! Swampfox2 needs to email sundownskisurf@gmail.com to collect. The New Group leader is Catchafire! Catchafire has a slight lead over your truly Sundown. Don't worry, I'm not collecting any prizes or trying to steal anyone's thunder. Catchafire had a killer team for this event. The only problem is their team was one team member short and alas, they were not able to collect the full points possible. But shoots, they damn well nearly did it! Look at this team: Slater, Parko, Reyes, Durbidge, Otten, Smith, Reynolds!!! I reckon if Smith pulled his head out of his arse, Catchafire would have won the event as well! It was a good showing for this event. Chopes is next!!! Start researching your teams! Wait and see who the wildcards are and good luck! For those of you competing in Sundown Fantasy Surfer Group Comp get ready for Teahupoo and if you haven't emailed me your info, please email me at sundownskisurf@gmail.com so you can collect your prizes if you win! Cheers, Tyler Breuer Sundown Ski and Surf 516-796-1565 www.sundownsurf.com sundownskisurf@gmail.com

Current Sundown Fantasy Group Rankings after Bells:
342 1 catchafire
370 2 Sundown
499 3 Swamp Fox2
893 4 LIsurfer
1505 5 jetty19
1565 6 Da Bulldogz
1963 7 Team RedDoor
2031 8 Always Right 2
2052 9 firesurf
2245 10 Bonebratz
2968 11 joshtafari
3050 12 solspot
5454 13 NYBARNICLES
6147 14 NYrippa
8001 15 jojo's mojo
8692 16 gnarlfoot
11114 17 WeezyFbaby
11248 18 Limahuli Dreamteam
12203 19 Coastal Conviction
12354 20 ibisurf
12544 21 FRESHSESH!

On the way...

2008-03-21T17:25:00.001-04:00

The winter skin is shedding...

Snowboard boots are piled in the corner, laces unraveled, and stock is low. Random sizes like 13 and men's 8's sit looking to be picked up, boxed and lay piled on the shelves for the summer.
A trickle of Surf Tec's arrived the other day. One 6'1" T&C Glen Pang Quad sticks out on the rack, sitting between two Rusty's. The Shop is slowly gaining back it's surf wax smell and everyone in the shop is looking and hoping summer is on the way. ..

Why "The Late Arvo Sesh"?

2008-03-21T17:05:00.000-04:00

Arvo: (Arvo, an Australian slang term for Afternoon)
Sesh: (Sesh, An abbriviation of the word session, may relate to drinking, surfing, excessive computer gaming or anything else that lasts a prolonged period of time.)

A few of us sat on the beach. We had just got in from a late afternoon/early evening surf. The sun was now setting and a mate of mine from Oz handed me a bottle of Pilsen Trujillo Cerveza. I sat next to him on the beach and watched the sun setting over the pacific. We were in Peru. The waves were 4-6. Winds were light and variable. It was a good moment to reflect on the day, the waves ridden, the people we met, and just savor the dying seconds of the day. My Aussie mate turned to me and said "Good late arvo sesh, eh? "
I sat there, mind surfed an empty wave and then turned to him, nodded and raised my bottle to the setting sun.