On Wednesday September 21, 2011 Tex brought his knowledge of skimboarding and the business of skimboarding to the students of Thurston Middle School in Laguna Beach, California. Three different sessions of thirty (30) students sat and listened to Tex talk about the boards, the riders, and the business only to be followed up by a […]
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Welcome Ryan Ward to the Team
on September 21, 2011
Victoria Skimboards is pleased to welcome amateur rider, Ryan Ward to the team. Ryan has been skimboarding since about age six (6) and is climbing the amateur ranks as we speak. His skill is not surpassed by many and we are happy to have him as part of the team. Keep your eyes peeled at […]
UST France – Morgan Just takes the title
on September 19, 2011
According to team rider Matthieu Thibaud, Morgan Just put together a consistent contest through each round and edged out the competition in the finals of the UST competition held in France this last week to take first place. “It was really hard for him, but he did it. I am really impressed by Morgan and […]
The Vic 2012
on September 9, 2011
The crew at Victoria Skimboards are please to announce the dates of the 2012 Victoria Skimboards World Championship of Skimboarding. Join us at Aliso Beach or watch the action from the comfort of your own home via the live internet feed the weekend of July 7 – 8, 2012. We are looking forward to rolling […]
Victoria to France for the UST event
on September 8, 2011
Morgan Just joins France native Matthieu Thibaud for the UST contest to be held this next week on the coast of France. Good luck to the boys and if you want some updates please check out Matthieu’s blog @ http://matthieuthibaudvictoriaskimboards.blogspot.com/.
Victoria team riders find some fun at Thalia St. in Laguna Beach
on September 1, 2011
August 2011 was a great month in Laguna Beach, CA. Waves, sunny days, and overall solid skimboarding to be had at a multitude of beaches across Laguna. The crew at Victoria Skimboards tapped into some of the sun/swell at Thalia Beach and we have brought it to life on video for you. Check out the […]
Run Mark, Run
on August 23, 2011
Victoria Skimboards team rider, Mark Mills took first place in the senior mens event in Dewey Beach. Mark is down to fighting weight, running into foot deep water for his takeoffs, and riding a specialized full nosed, 1″ thick, flat rocker bomber with extra heavy, titanium reinforced internal flex amplifiers, and a single molecule of […]
Matthieu Thibaud Joins Sticky Bumps Wax
on August 12, 2011
Victoria professional team rider Matthieu Thibaud takes nothing for granted and works hard for what he has. Recently he made contact with Sticky Bumps and has worked a deal to be sponsored by them for his wax usage. Read the official press release from Sticky Bumps here.
Old school video with Chris Henderson
on August 10, 2011
Recently a video was brought to our attention of a contest on Oahu at Sandys Beach that featured Chris Henderson. For those that do not know, Chris has long been a participant in the sport of skimboarding and is considered by many to be one of the best. Enjoy the video!
Johnny’s new board
on August 9, 2011
Vic team rider Johnny Salta came by the shop last week to pick up his new board. Look for Johnny ripping up the waves at your local beach and ask him what he thinks of his new Victoria Skimboard!