2025 Gold Sponsors
A huge thank you to all of our sponsors! We are immensely and sincerely appreciative for all of their contributions to our event. Please be sure to visit and support our local businesses.
Atelier Qualia Surf
Qualia is a labor of love, a passion for artisanal work and a deep love for the ocean. Born and raised in Fleurines, France just outside of Paris, Fantine Capron, would seem unlikely to become a boardbuilder and Atelier Qualia Surf founder. But as a lil’ French grom, she spent summers visiting family in Laguna Beach. Little did she know, it would be her destiny. From her quaint village in the forests of Picardy, she moved to California permanently in 2018 to realize her childhood dream of surfing everyday of the year.
Benjmark Surfboards
Benjmark Surfboards was founded by Rebecca Benjamin in Santa Cruz, CA. In 2015 Benjamin began working for 2 Mile Surf Shop in Bolinas, CA and it was this job and the love of surfing that would later have Benjamin moving to Santa Cruz in 2018 to finish her degrees in Computational Mathematics and Legal Studies. In 2020 when the pandemic hit and Benjamin was finishing her thesis on the Hydrodynamics of Surfboard Design, 2 Mile Surf Shop burnt to the ground so instead she found herself spending hours at Almar Surf Works learning shaping and resin work from Michel Junod and Jon Henderson (Strive Surfboards). The fusion of mathematics and surfing blend together in Benjamin’s unique perspective of approaching the water and the crafts which she creates.
The Crow's Nest
The Crow's Nest Restaurant has been providing a memorable dining experience to locals and visitors for nearly 50 years. They are family-owned and very proud of our reputation and the satisfaction of our guests.
Buddy Griggs Plumbing
Buddy Griggs Plumbing specializes in services and repairs to cover all of your residential and commercial plumbing needs. Locally owned and operated since 2009. When you work with BGP you will always interact directly with the owner, Buddy Griggs. Buddy Griggs has over 25 years of service plumbing experience throughout the Bay Area and Santa Cruz including Aptos, Capitola, Felton & Scotts Valley.
Arimoto Surfboards and Glassing
Kenny Arimoto, based in Santa Cruz, CA, US, is currently a Founder at Arimoto Surfboards and Glassing. Every board is a labor of love—it takes some finesse to bring it to life.
JuiceBox Surfboards
Inspired by the true craftsmen of the industry, my goal has been to embrace and learn the craft from start to finish and constantly strive for higher quality both in design and aesthetic. I have been fortunate enough to study alongside master board builders and learn the fundamental techniques in shaping, glassing, sanding, resin work and design.
Leechy
Backyard surfboard builder born and raised on the westside of Santa Cruz.
Pearson Arrow Surfboards
Created in 1969 by Bob Pearson, Arrow was founded with the end customer in mind. Initially created to battle the mediocrity and lack of professionalism in the surf industry, Arrow strives to take customer service to an unseen high. Nowhere else in the surfing industry can an everyday Joe find a shaper, factory, and product geared so specifically towards his or her lifestyle.
Aipa Surf
Since the inception of the Sting in 1974, AIPA has been on the forefront of pushing performance designs. Classically trained by his father, Ben Aipa, Duke Aipa continues to evolve his designs by implementing the STING’s design principles of surface area reduction and control. Duke’s passion is collaborating with other talented shapers and athletes from different backgrounds to unlock the magic of creating a badass surfboard!
Stormriders Surfboards
Ride the Sea of Joy spreading Aloha! throughout the surfing communities of the world. Our sanctuary is sharing peace and aptitude for the environment we live in.
Steamer Lane Supply
Healthy and delicious food and drinks along with surf supplies and apparel, located within lighthouse field state beach. Look for us directly across the street from the world class surf break from which we got our name. If you need to fuel up for a sesh or after a run, need a tasty snack as you mosey along the cliffs, or snapped a leash catchin' a BOMB...WE GOT YOU!!!!
Strive Surfboards
Visit us at the shop:
815 Almar Ave. #8
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(just up the street from Mitchell's Cove)
Or send us an email: strivesurfboards@outlook.com
El Palomar
El Palomar is located in downtown Santa Cruz on Pacific Avenue serving unique Mexican cuisine. Dine in our main dining room or stop in for a quick bite at our taco bar. Or just relax at the bar saving water and drinking tequila. Have a large group? Ask us about our banquet room for private events.
Vernor Surfboards
High performance surfboards made in Santa Cruz,CA
From beginner to professional, Vernor Surfboards has a wide range of boards to choose from.
Ward Coffey Shapes
Let's face it folks, most people like comets, rockets and meteors, loud bangs and fireworks. Admittedly, there have been very little of these pyrotechnics at Ward Coffey Shapes over the last 25 years. I've been content to quietly hang my shingle, listen to my customer's wants and desires, and go into my hobbit hole and produce the goods. It seems to work and I thank you all for it.
NHS Skate Direct
NHS Skate Direct, formerly known as NHS Fun Factory is the official online store and offers the largest selection of Santa Cruz Skateboards, Independent Trucks, Creature Skateboards, Bronson Speed Co., OJ Wheels, Mob Grip, Krux Trucks, Ricta Wheels, Slime Balls, Bullet & Nor Cal products online.
Moved By Bikes
Moved By Bikes was founded in 2012 with the Mission of creating simple, effective products that make it easier to “do more” with your bicycle. We are passionate about outdoor recreation, sustainability, and developing high quality products that merge the two. We hope you have as much fun with our products as we do!
Rise Financial Services
Rise is a boutique financial solutions firm, specializing in strategic financial consulting, including fractional CFO consulting, accounting, and tax services tailored to your business needs. We're here to be your trusted partner in achieving financial success, offering expert guidance and personalized solutions that fit your needs no matter the stage of your business.
Room Real Estate
Our team members are neighborhood experts deeply connected to the communities they serve. Their intimate local knowledge and extensive network of contacts provide our clients with a distinct advantage in the competitive property market.
Join us at Room Real Estate, where we’re not just raising the bar but setting a new standard of trust, excellence, and personalized service.
Santa Cruz Board Builders Guild
The SCBBG is located in Santa Cruz California, and it the been in the same place for more than 50 years, thousands of surfboards has passed by those walls.
Swinerton Construction
Since our inception in 1888, Swinerton has been a national construction company on the cutting edge of innovation, operating with accountability and integrity.
With 23 regional offices across the United States, our ability to respond to unique project challenges, regardless of size, location, or complexity, is how we provide peace of mind to our clients. Thanks to our deep local roots and a strong national presence, our clients benefit from our market knowledge and track record of stability.
West Cliff Ink
West Cliff Ink Screen Printing & Design is located in Santa Cruz. Their services include: screen printing, embroidery, stickers, custom designs, etc. They are your one stop shop!
Woodstock Pizza
It was 1977…when Chuck Woodstock opened the first Woodstock’s Pizza near Oregon State in Corvallis, Oregon. Woodstock’s has an employee stock ownership plan, and encourages all managers to become owners. The company is currently ranked #1 among independent pizzerias nationwide. True to Chuck’s legacy, we are still committed to offering the highest quality ingredients, making our dough fresh daily in-house, keeping our signature sauce a secret, and working hard to create loyal customers and team members, while having fun in the process.
The Old Wrigley Building
Owned and operated by William Ow. William Ow has been working in commercial real estate for over 20 years, and is a 3rd generation native Californian with deep roots in Santa Cruz. William specializes in leasing, sales and 1031 exchanges. Commercial Real Estate Sales, Leasing & Investment in Santa Cruz CA. Retail - Office - Warehouse - Land - Triple Net - Investments - R&D - Industrial - Flex Space. William owns and operates the University Business Park LLC (former Wrigley Building).
