Thalia Surf Blog

Stories from the Thalia Surf family in Laguna Beach. Since 2001 we have shared what sparks our inspiration: creative new arrivals and surfboard shaper designs, surf films and art shows, interviews with the riders and makers we love, and the events that bring the shop to life. Scroll through for the latest, or use the tags to dig into a favorite artist, brand, or surfboard.

Thalia Surf x Vans 2/27/2025 Event Recap!

Thalia Surf x Vans 2/27/2025 Event Recap!

Justin Davis Posted on April 28 2025
We had a blast at the collection launch at Thalia Surf in Laguna Beach last Friday! Th...
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Thalia Surf x Vans Collection Is In!

Thalia Surf x Vans Collection Is In!

Matthew Allen Posted on April 23 2025
Inspired by the sun drenched life of a surfer, the Thalia Surf x Vans collection celebr...
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Thalia Surf x Vans Collection Drop Party!

Thalia Surf x Vans Collection Drop Party!

Matthew Allen Posted on April 23 2025
Join us Friday 4/25 for our Thalia Surf x Vans Collection Drop Party! We will be showin...
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Rockpile and Main Beach Surf Guide

Rockpile and Main Beach Surf Guide

Thalia Surf Shop Posted on February 02 2025
Two very different Laguna waves side by side: Rockpile, a heavy reef for experienced surfers, and Main Beach, a mellow central-town spot. Here is how to read both.
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LoveMachine Surfboards from Ryan Lovelace

LoveMachine Surfboards from Ryan Lovelace

Matthew Allen Posted on October 11 2024
We are so excited to have LoveMachine surfboards in or shop. Our art director has been ...
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Gato Heroi Acid Video

Gato Heroi Acid Video

Matthew Allen Posted on October 07 2024
During the COVID lockdown Robin was stuck in Mexico. During that time he started pla...
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Gato Heroi Roach Video

Gato Heroi Roach Video

Matthew Allen Posted on October 07 2024
Andy and Kai surf the Gato Heroi Roach at their local Australian beach break! Robin r...
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Surfboard Fin Guide: Single, Twin, Thruster, and Quad

Surfboard Fin Guide: Single, Twin, Thruster, and Quad

Thalia Surf Shop Posted on October 01 2024
Single, twin, thruster, or quad? A plain-English guide to surfboard fin setups and how each one feels, from the crew at Thalia Surf Shop.
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Featured Artist: Joe Swec

Featured Artist: Joe Swec

Matthew Allen Posted on September 26 2024
Austin based, with California roots, artist and sign painter Joe Swec has teamed up wi...
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Jordan Rodin Finless Surfing

Jordan Rodin Finless Surfing

Matthew Allen Posted on August 26 2024
    Australian surfer Jordan Rodin is pushing the boundaries of finless surfing, whil...
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Featured Artist: Solario

Featured Artist: Solario

Matthew Allen Posted on July 25 2024
A native Californian, Laguna Beach was always a favorite stop for Matías Solario on h...
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TCSS X THALIA SURF Product Release Event Recap!

TCSS X THALIA SURF Product Release Event Recap!

Justin Davis Posted on June 18 2024
We have a really good time on Friday, with sunny weather and a nice cool breeze blowi...
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Critical Slide X Thalia Surf Collab Video & Clothing

Critical Slide X Thalia Surf Collab Video & Clothing

Matthew Allen Posted on June 13 2024
The Critical Slide Society's focus on the joy of surfing has resonated wit...
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GRANT NOBLE SURFBOARDS RELEASE PARTY RECAP!

GRANT NOBLE SURFBOARDS RELEASE PARTY RECAP!

Justin Davis Posted on June 10 2024
The release of Grant Noble Surfboards went off with out a hitch! Lots of friendly fac...
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UPCOMING GRANT NOBLE SURFBOARDS SHINDIG!

UPCOMING GRANT NOBLE SURFBOARDS SHINDIG!

Justin Davis Posted on June 03 2024
Stoked to Announce!! Grant Noble has just finished up his first batch of Grant Noble...
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ART WALK EVENT RECAP!!! MAY 2ND at THALIA SURF!

ART WALK EVENT RECAP!!! MAY 2ND at THALIA SURF!

Justin Davis Posted on May 07 2024
We had a groovy time at the shop with DIY art pouring out of the window! Justin Davis ...
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UPCOMING EVENT MAY 2nd ART WALK

UPCOMING EVENT MAY 2nd ART WALK

Justin Davis Posted on April 23 2024
Join us May 2nd for a fun filled day of skateboarding, airbrushed artwork, and live mu...
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JJ WESSELS' ART SHOW EVENT RECAP

JJ WESSELS' ART SHOW EVENT RECAP

Justin Davis Posted on April 15 2024
We hope you were able to join us at JJ Wessels' Art Show and Film Screening on Friday ...
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JJ Wessels Surf Film & Art Show!

JJ Wessels Surf Film & Art Show!

Matthew Allen Posted on April 01 2024
  Join us on April 12th from 7pm-9pm, at our shop in Laguna Beach, for a night cel...
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North Country Film by Matthew Allen

North Country Film by Matthew Allen

Matthew Allen Posted on January 19 2024
Neil Messmer, Cori Stephens, and the Thalia Surf crew head north in search of open lan...
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Nick Melanson 16mm Film by Samuel Nassar

Nick Melanson 16mm Film by Samuel Nassar

Matthew Allen Posted on January 11 2024
    We sent filmmaker Samuel Nassar out on assignment to tag along as Nick Melanson s...
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