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Seabase Signs Up To Support Surf Action - 03/02/2012
Seabase and Quiver Surfboards are very excited to announce their support for Surf Action in 2012.
Surf Action is a community interest company and non-profit organisation whose core purpose is to support combat veterans, especially amputees and veterans who experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) through surfing and associated support. It has proved to be a powerful tool to change peoples self perception and self belief, helping them to discover a new and more positive direction in life. Surf Action was set up by Rick Emerson, himself a combat veteran who suffered from PTSD, with some pilot funding from the Cornwall Works pooled funds.
The additional ESF Convergence investment through Cornwall Works 50+ enabled Surf Action to test their delivery model with people aged 50+ who were lacking motivation and confidence and who were unsure about their future direction. This is achieved through participating in peer group surfing activity that is both physically and mentally challenging and often perceived as a young persons activity.
Evidence from the individual case study materials shows that Surf Action is making a real difference to people’s lives, in terms of improved motivation and confidence to move towards getting back into work. One way this is put into action is by holding weekly clinics at Gwithian Towans. Here attendees aged 50+ can go to the beach with the team and find out what an exhilarating, positive and social experience there is to be had. The clinics are held every Friday, meeting at the Sunset Surf Cafe at noon. If you are interested in attending, call Russ or Rich on 01736-811920 or email russ@surfaction.co.uk
Since the initial investment through Cornwall Works Surf Action has been successful with a Lottery Funded People’s millions bid of £50,000 to develop the activity, as well as being nominated for the ‘Best Healthy Project’. This is a reflection of how this innovative activity is inspiring people to engage. For more information, please check their site out - www.surfaction.co.uk
DIY Surfboard Projects - 12/01/2012
Here are a few pics sent in from Justin Cobett showing off his D.I.Y surfboard project which is more than half way there.
UNDER GROUND SURFBOARDS MIND THE GAP
Board shaped and glassed by CRUST my nickname from my rock n roll days. Board called the SPUD, spoof on the Firwire sweet potato but is infact the name of my dog his picture on the board. Justin is using US blanks PU foam, ISO7x polyester resin, Hexcel fiberglass and all the other bits and pieces that go into the board. Will update you with the finished pics of the board when its complete.
If there are more of you out there that want to share your projects with us, please send them in for all to see.
Seasons Greetings + Holiday Closing Times - 21/12/2011
Its the Christmas Holidays. Yay!!!! We are closing down for the Christmas period on the evening of 21st December and will be re-open again for business on the 3rd January 2012. Hopefully you will be fully stocked up with all your shaping bits and bobs.
The crew at Seabase just want to say a very big thank you to all our customers this year. Your loyalty and support is very much appreciated. Hope you all have a fantastic Christmas and all the best for New Year 2012.
Wooden Surfboard Shaping Workshops - 06/12/2011
ARBO - Handmade Wooden Surfboards - Workshop Dates
Arbo surfboards has just announced dates for its next set of wooden surfboard workshops. Dates will be one of the weekends at the end of January (20-22 or 27-29).
The location will be the Bridge Boathouse in Richmond near London. http://www.richmondbridgeboathouses.co.uk/
The price will be calculated £250+£32/foot and that includes tuition and all the material you need to construct the shape of your choice. (Plywood stringer+Frames, Paulownia, Cedar, Glues, Epoxy) After the three days of workshop you'll have a board that only needs final sanding and laminating.
Have a look here for well tested shapes: http://treetosea.org/richs-template-shop/ or here for pictures from past workshops: arbosurfboards.blogspot.com
Salon Des Glisseurs Trade Show - 30/11/2011
The surf trade show Salon Des Glisseurs took place in Hossegor at the beginning of October 2011 and Seabase was on display with all our brands including Quiver, Beyond, Surfersskin, Snowskin, Seasoft, Turtlebay and Stomp Wax. The show was open to both public and trade and was fantastic to see so many surf brands making a prescence in the ever tightening market. Our latest project Beyond went down a storm and we are very excited to launch the surf accessory brand early in 2012. Keep your eyes peeled...
Check out the video from the weekend show:
Salon des glisseurs from Ombline on Vimeo.
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