This interview was conducted by Gerry Blanck who has been a Karate trainer in the L.A. area for years. Gerry and original Pensacola local surf shop owner and surfing celebrity had a major influence on Mark Foo’s life. I think Gerry, being the humble person he is has always been a [...]

In this video we have Steve discussing board design, how to get into the industry, the difference between Asian imported Surfboards and custom built and the state of the industry at the craftsman level.

Tom is again giving his thoughts on the state of the surf industry, Surfing in general and some of his personal inspirations. Agree or disagree, it’s refreshing to speak with someone who is not afraid to be who they are.

One of a series of interviews done with BZR Turner the original Gulf Coast legend, Steve Forstall and Freddy Esposito. Discussing how the old Fort Pickens point used to be, while Steve and Freddy pay tribute to BZR.

This in an interview with Freddy Esposito and Steve Forstall about old Pensacola Skateboarding, Surfing, and craftsmanship. Steve a well known shaper and Freddy still active in local computer web page creation. Freddy and Steve were the manager and assistant manager for the old paved wave skateboard park. Freddy was one of the [...]

I have know the Stack family including Tom for many years. All of the three boys are good surfers and waterman who have over the years… been involved in making surfboards.  A few years ago Tom decided that his home town of Pensacola needed an alternative to the stagnant and overly commercialized surf scene there.
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I have known Steve Forstall since the Late seventies. Either from my times working in the local surf shop in High school, to our partnership in our own surf shop/Surfboard factory, until our current business relationship and friendship. All during this time, Steve has been a creative force and unique individual. In fact, [...]

This is a very rough edit.  I’ll post a better one later.   This interview was done on short notice right after the closing of Clark foam.  Mark has some interesting insight.  Mark is obviously very professional in his approach and one of the best ambassadors the sport of surfing has ever had.   The [...]