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Coming soon to a window near you….

Hobie Sports in downtown Laguna has asked Victoria to create a mini skimboard museum, much like the one at our own canyon store. Included will be many classic photos and a mini shrine to Chris Henderson, “The Master” as my generation of skimmers reverently calls him along with a second shrine for Bill Bryan who is hands down the best skimboarder in history. No one will ever match his record of 14 wins in the annual Victoria Contest. We will have a new set of historic boards on display with a little biography on each one and as a counterpoint, Hobie will stock the complete line of Victoria Skimboards product (Pro Models to Woodies). Way back in 1976 when Peter Prietto and I started making boards, Hobie Sports in Dana Point was our first account and it was so encouraging that we have never stopped being grateful. Completion of the installation of the display is set for the end of May, however some parts may be on site in the near future.

Victoria Skimboards employee Ryan Leeson flaunts his new tattoo. Step one in a sleeve process.

Announcing the 2nd contest of HASL’s 2009 series held at Yokohama (“Yokes”) on the west side of O’ahu, HI . . .
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 25th 2009!!!
Once again, Vic is one of the proud sponsors involved. For more details on the HI league, click on the flyer to get linked up to paradise.

March 20, 2009 marked the birthday of previous Victoria Skimboards artist (and always friend) Tyler Palmer. For his adrenaline rush he decided to hit the indoor go kart race track at K1 Speed in Irvine and invited some of the crew from Victoria Skimboards. Trigg’s scores from the race are listed above and let us tell you, if you have not gone, get out your lead foot and go! Too much fun.

Victoria Skimboards owner Tex Haines shined up the old Porsche, put “the Master” Chris Henderson in the passenger’s seat, and cruised the streets during the Patriots Day Parade in Laguna Beach, CA. Special thanks go out to Hobie Sports for the continued business and the City of Laguna Beach for putting on a wonderful event.

Beaker’s Seal Beach Banquet was a sucessfull event for everyone involved. Special thanks go out to all of the contestants and the sponsors for your help. To see the results, click here.

Victoria Skimboards has some of the best skimboarders in the industry and we are happy to tell you that many of them offer skimboarding lessons. Why not learn from the professionals?

We are in the process of building a library of riders and their central location so you can take your pick. Keep your eyes on the Lessons section of our website for updates and details. Good luck and we will see you on the water’s edge.

Click here for a list of instructors in your area

Victoria Skimboards is pleased to announce that the slideshow on our website has been updated. Click the link below and let us know your thoughts.

Victoria Skimboards Slideshow