Firewire CEO on growing during a recession and new fin
" ... At ASR, we caught up with CEO Mark Price who told us how the brand is growing during the recession and remaining profitable. He also told us about a new fin technology that he says will increase surfing performance, and most likely, sales as well ... " Read the full article >
Casey Grant places 9th at Billabong ASP World Junior Surfing Championships
Local Firewire teamrider Casey Grant was the highest South African placed surfer at The Pro junior champs at Narrabeen. Casey rode ghi FTJ511Q in all his heats. Just did not get the waves against the top seed in his Round of 16 heat. Check out the link below for the full story.
Casey Grant at Billabong ASP World Junior Surfing Championships >
Firewire co-sponsors L.E.A.F. Contest
An environmental CALL TO ACTION: Ecommercial Contest for Orange County High School Students
Go to the Contest Page >
ARBOR AND FIREWIRE COLLABORATE ON SURFBOARDS
CALIFORNIA - Firewire and Arbor are proud to announce a collaborative surfboard offering that will arrive in stores this spring. The designs combine Firewire's use of epoxy resins and EPS foam materials, which are less harmful to the environment, and Arbor's signature, sustainably sourced, structural wood power ply technology ...
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The Lost Scorcher
NOTE: The Scorcher will not be available until April 2010
THE (Kolohe Andino) SCORCHER! Developed specifically with Kolohe for his small wave contest needs. Kolohe had been riding the SD2 almost exclusively in contests for years, while free surfing on the Stealth. The Scorcher has the same super low entry rocker, forward outline and rear rail line rocker of the Stealth, but uses the tail outline (wide bump squash) and spiral vee of the SD2. It's a hybrid of the two which creates a great combo of drive and maneuverability. Kolohe used this model to win 3 National titles (including Open Mens at 15 years old) this summer at Lower Trestles.
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Firewire announces new series, the Firefly
The FireFLY combines a thicker foil from nose to tail with the outline of a performance surfboard, complimenting the Firewire Dominator. With a wide swallow and a 5/4/3 fin option, the FireFLY offers multiple choices in the pursuit of small wave fun without sacrificing performance.
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Taj Burrow Wins the 2009 Pipeline Masters
Congrats Taj!
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2009 Pipeline Masters - another turning point? >
Coverage of the event >
Felix Pivec's Take on Kiteboards
Felix Pivec breaks it down with each kitesurfing board ...
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Lost Volumes
Lost Volumes are posted in the Quiver Section ...
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Also, there is a comprehensive list of all the board's volumes ...
Volumes Section >
Firewire Holiday Stimulus Package
Purchase a Firewire and receive a $50 store credit ...
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Firewire crew talks tech
The team behind the boards shares their insights ...
Check out the details in the Forum >
Firewire co-producing Lost Boards
The LOST/Firewire collaboration is now in full swing and most Firewire dealers in the USA who also carry LOST stock the boards. With Matt’s Biolas’s recent recognition as Surfing Magazines ‘Shaper of the Year’ we expect these boards to generate considerable buzz. Matt chose two very distinct models, the Stealth and the F-1. The Stealth is an all round fun board that still gets on a rail easily, a 5/4/3 fin option and a flatter rocker for generating speed in lesser quality waves The F-1 was developed from LOST’s team riders files with a full rocker nose to tail and a refined outline for good surf.
We’ll be adding the Kolohe Andino Pro Model called the Scorcher to the Firewire/LOST line up in early 2010.
The LOST/Firewire boards care also available in the UK, Japan and Australia.
Check out the details in the Quiver section >
Firewire announces new series, the Addvance
Development in collaboration between Taj's father Vance Burrow and Nev, the ADDvance offers extreme flotation in RapidFire technology. Combining the buoyancy of a longboard with a contemporary outline. The ADDvance Series opens up new possibilities for fun and performance. ADDvance your surfing!
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Firewire teams up with Felix Pivec to launch Firewire KiteSurfing ...
Firewire has teamed up with top Kitesurfer Felix Pivec to launch the Felix Pivec Pro Series, 3 Firewire boards built specifically for kitesurfing.
“Felix started riding our boards over 2 years ago after buying them from retail stores in Hawaii”, said Mark Price Firewire’s CEO, “the relationship could not be more authentic than that, so it was only natural that we partnered with him. We were also comfortable that high-performance kite ‘surfboards’ were consistent with our Brand DNA”.
Press Release
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Surfscience.com article about Direct Drive
Surfscience.com has a great article about Firewire's Direct Drive Technology READ THE ARTICLE >
Firewire teamrider wins Von Zipper trails
http://www.thebombsurf.com/news/236/victory-for-ryan-payne-in-cooking-supertubes-barrels
http://www.thebombsurf.com/pages/29/bmt-rankings
http://www.thebombsurf.com/thebombsurfslideshows/165/xcel-supertubes-showdown
Firewire on the cover of Entrepreneur Magazine
Firewire made it onto the cover of Entrepreneur Magazine. Click on the image to read the article (PDF).
Firewire Forum
Firewire opens up communications with a new forum ... "We're hoping for a stimulating exchange with surfers about our boards and other design related topics, and we hope both sides will benefit from the dialog." Click Here to Check it Out >
SACRED CRAFT - 2009 Consumer Surfboard Expo
Come join us at SACRED CRAFT, a hot rod show for surfboards with an old school surf shop vibe. The Ventura SACRED CRAFT Consumer Surfboard Expo is May 16 & 17 @ the Ventura County Fairgrounds. $5 admission each day Click Here to Check it Out >
SATURDAY MAY 16-7AM-10am - Board demos @ Stables
(Ventura County Fairgrounds beach parking lot)
FIREWIRE WINS PIONEER AWARD AT AUSTRALIAN SURFING AWARDS
FIREWIRE's director & designer, Nev Hyman, was very proud to accept the prestigious Pioneer Award at the Australian Surfing Awards held on the Gold Coast last night. Click Here to Read More (PDF) >
Surfshop Owner on a Firewire in Barbados
"Where's the crowd? It's no fun surfing without a 4/3 and 100 hundred of your best buddies. That's what I did this morning."
-Brian Heritage, owner Heritage Surfshop on a Firewire Direct Drive in Barbados
Nick Roza flies in Hawaii
Firewire teamrider Nick Roza flies in Hawaii on a Flexfire 5'11" stock board.
Check out the video at Surfline >
