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Wax and Wool by Woolrich + Almond Surfboards

California coastal style meets Pennsylvania wool in this beach-ready collaboration

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On the surface, Woolrich and Almond Surfboards don’t appear to have much in common. The Pennslyvania-based wool company has been making tried and true workwear for over 180 years and is home to the oldest vertically integrated woolen mill in the US. Meanwhile, in sunny Newport Beach, CA Dave Allee and his band of craftsman balance time in the workshop with time in the water. …

Interview: Almond Surfboards’ Dave Allee

We chat with the founder of the Californian company about shaping and building their boards and their future

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by Kohl Crecelius In a world obsessed with the idea of more, Almond Surfboards has been able to carve out a niche within surfing that is both meaningful and intentional. Located in Newport Beach, CA, Almond’s young team has focused the scope of their work to create a recognizable identity and reputation for quality. Dave Allee—who began shaping Almond boards in 2007 and opened their …