While most known for his travel-inspired show, On Surfari, Shayne McIntyre, is a man of many talents. More dashing than George Clooney and armed with a proper cutback (a surfing term, NOT a sexual innuendo), Shayne travels the world with his family in search of surf, adventure and smiles.
So what does a traveling family bring on their many journeys around the globe? Let’s see… surfboards, gear, wax, trunks, supplies, entertainment for the kids, cameras, and of course- Sanuks- the ultimate travel companions.
This is where Shayne’s idea enters the frame (Pun definitely intended).
Shayne came to the our Creative Team with a novel vision- one through which he could share the sights he and his Sanuks see from the far reaches of the globe. Without further ado, allow us to introduce a new project near and dear to our soles called, Shayne’s Sanuks.
Chapter 1 comes to you from the McyIntyre’s current stomping grounds: Old San Juan, Puerto Rico.
To catch Shayne and his family in the act, brush up on his show, On Surfari, which currently airs on Fuel TV.
Shayne will also be appearing in an upcoming, side-splitting episode of SANUK NEWS!
Last weekend, an incredible climbing competition took place in the picaresque setting of Bilbao, Spain.The Master Series Psicobloc event was held on a 50ft high wall above the water of the Bilbao Estuary. Nearly 5,000 people gathered to watch history in the making as climbers. As it turns out, our very own spiderman, Chris Sharma, put on quite a show (massive understatement).
As a poster-child for the climbing world, Chris continues to set the standard and blaze a trail few can keep up with. Chris is known for completing mind-blowing climbs including regional favorite: Es Pontas of Mallorca, Spain.
In the event, Chris was the only competitor able to conquer the double dyno (meaning two ridiculously difficult maneuvers) and top the feature. Needless to say, first place was all his!
Climbing and outdoor juggernaut, prAna, was able to catch up with Chris shortly after his monumental win. We’ve (politely) borrowed a few words from the spiderman himself as quoted on prAna‘s blog:
“It was such an awesome event, unbelievable actually” said Chris. He continued to explain, “climbing high over the water, with no rope, changed my perception of what was possible in climbing. It is without doubt for me the purest form of climbing, as well being very spectacular.”
Right now, the sport of climbing is growing faster than the mane atop Chris’ head… All eyes seem to be on the sport as its ambassadors a bringing things to new heights- quite literally.
Chris went on to say, “The high adrenaline and big falls make it a super spectacular spectator sport, more so than any other climbing competition format…
…Looking back on the years when climbing was in the X Games but just couldn’t translate to the mainstream audience because if its slow subtle nature, this new form of competition will surely blow the minds of any non climber and I believe will be a key element in climbing becoming a more mainstream sport.”
Chris smilin’ big on the podium. Wait a minute, are those mad scientists??
Check out just how gnarly Chris’s performance is… And you thought climbing the social ladder was tough…
Last week, Walu International hosted their second annual “Potty Training for Countries” fundraiser.
Over 200 people came out to support their night at the W Hotel in downtown San Diego. Walu International was able to raise 20k – tripling their fundraising total from a previous event. One of the many beneficiaries of their work:
Thanks to all good happenings,Walu Internationalwill be moving forward with numerous hygiene education programs in the coastal villages of Papua New Guinea.
Click herefull photo feature from Walu International’s big night on the town.
For more information on how Walu International is making a difference, visit:www.waluinternational.org
The Carpe DM has arrived! It’s been a couple months now, but Sanuk is proud to announce the Carpe DM – a Sidewalk Surfer honoring the life and legacy of Matt Sloan. The style is now available for purchase.
The name “Carpe DM” was chosen to pay homage to Matt’s online forum handle through which he helped hundreds of people bring comfort to their lives.
To learn more about Matt and why we’ve named this Sanuk after Matt please visit: a previous post
Halloween is coming up and Sanuk wants to see what kind of spooky spirit you’ve got. Think you’ve got some wicked-awesome pumpkin carvin’ skills? Well, it’s time to put your mummy where your mouth is…
The Trick: Carve a pumpkin! BUT not just any carving will do— We’re lookin’ for the best Sanuk-themed creations you can dream up. Incorporate things like a sandal, a foot, a mustache, even our HappyU logo into a the face of a pumpkin and you could win…
The Treat: The most Sanukified entries will receive a limited edition, fully-haunted Mystery Box full so overstuffed with Sanuk swag it’ll make Frankenstein turn over in his grave.
Ghostly Guidelines:
Pick a pumpkin’
Get creative
Take a Photo
Send your photo to Social@Sanuk.com
Eat a ton of candy.
The deeeaadline is Tuesday October 26th at 10:00am PST (1:00pm ET). Once the entries are in, our team of night-walking zombies will compile your photos into a sharable “Pumpkin’ Carvin’ Contest” Photo Album and crown the winner(s).
A perfect example:
Head to your local pumpkin patch, pick a winner and get to carving!
