Chauncey's

BLACK FRIDAY SPCIALS!!!

2011-11-23T07:43:00.001-08:00

Here is the list of Surfboards that we are offering special prices on this weekend.

9'6" Velzy Surftech - was $900, now $699!
6'0" Al Merrick MBM - Fiberglass - was $725, now $499!
5'8" Al Merrick Flyer Quad - Fiberglass - was $829, now $499!
6'6" JC Peter Mel - Fiberglass - was $679, now $499!
ALL Shroff Boards - $499 - SAVE over $400!!
9'11" Walden SUP - $999 - SAVE $250!!
10'7" Takayama Ali III SUP - was $$1680, now $999 - SAVE $681!!!

This is unreal.....

2011-04-07T12:50:00.001-07:00

Dirty Jersey!

2011-01-07T07:14:00.000-08:00

Team rider, Colin Herlihy. New Jersey

Hand Signed Greg Noll Skates!!

2010-12-30T08:05:00.000-08:00

Check out these skates from element featuring artistic directions from Jed and Greg Noll! Each skateboard is individually signed from 'Da Bull' Himself!!

These are......radical.....

2010-12-09T10:42:00.000-08:00

Chauncey's just received a little treat from surf tech. These are the Tom Wegener Alaia models. Very cool, very functional. Come by and check these out, pictures do not do them justice.

Pitted.....

2010-12-07T10:12:00.000-08:00

Chauncey's team rider, Colin Herlihy, last Thursday in Delaware. Riding his Channel Islands Black Beauty and LOVING it! Photo, John Ryan

Tim Bessell Gun!

2010-12-03T10:10:00.000-08:00

Tim Bessell is an artist, and a board shaper. When these two talents collide perfection is created. This is a 9'+ gun that was shaped for a hell raising waterman, Randy Evan AKA Fluid Floyd the Aquanoid!

R.I.P. Andy Irons

2010-11-05T11:11:00.000-07:00

For all those interested: there will be a memorial paddleout for Andy Irons Saturday November 6, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Ocean City Inlet.

SUPER DUPER SUNFEST WEEKEND SURFBOARD SPECIAL!!!

2010-09-23T07:47:00.001-07:00

SUNFEST SPECIAL!!! TWINFIN, FISH, QUAD BLOWOUT! Save HUNDREDS this Sunfest weekend on fishes and quads from Channel Islands, Kookbox (Joel Tudor), Strive and Christenson. 5'10" Strive - $399! 6'2" CI Retro Fish - $649! 6'0" Christenson Cafe Racer - $599! 5'8" Almond Retro - $649! 6'0" Kookbox - $400 off! Through Sunday September 26 - DON'T MISS OUT!!!

Dick Brewer Semi-Gun! North Shore Special!

2010-09-16T13:26:00.000-07:00

8'2", This thing is a machine, Pipe, 54th street, you name it this thing will roll with the punches!

Used Board of the Week!

2010-09-15T08:03:00.001-07:00

Chris Christenson Quad Cafe Racer! This board is absolutely beautiful and is looking for a great new home. This board will fly of the take and will rip your wetsuit off. Check it out!!!!!!!!!

TEAM RIDER COLIN HERLIHY GETTING DEEEEEP!

2010-09-04T11:38:00.000-07:00

Hello My Name is EARL!

2010-09-01T12:46:00.000-07:00

Hey Guys watch out Earl is on its way.

2010-07-22T12:38:00.001-07:00

Saturday July 24, 2010 Channel Islands will be demo-ing the latest models of boards! The demo will go on from 9 a.m. til 1 p.m. at 27th St. (south surfing beach). Release and liability forms (which are required) can be picked up at either Chauncey's Surf Shop location - 29th St. or 54th St. You must also bring an ID and all minors must have written permission from a guardian.

And after you try out some boards, be sure to pick up a coupon, good for $50 off the purchase price of any brand new Channel Islands Surfboard from either Chauncey's Surf Shop location. The price includes fins, leash and wax, as well, so there are no hidden extra costs!

AMERICA! FUCK YEAH!

2010-07-04T10:52:00.001-07:00

Check out this Interview with CC....This is From ESPN surfing Blog!

2010-06-24T17:19:00.001-07:00

Behind the Gun

Talking big-wave boards with master craftsman Chris Christenson.

By Kimball Taylor
ESPN Action Sports
Archive

Grant EllisA man and his office.

Chris Christenson Gallery

One San Diego-based surfboard builder who's helping to shape the future of big-wave surfing one board at a time. Gallery »

In 2001, Mike Parsons, Brad Gerlach, Ken Collins, Peter Mel, Evan Slater and John Walla made their first expedition to Cortes Bank. On that maiden voyage, most of the crew towed into waves estimated at more than 50 feet. And Parsons would end up clinching an XXL award with a 66-footer. Notably, only Evan Slater and John Walla attempted to paddle-surf Cortes, and by the looks of things at the time, it may have been the last gasp for arm-powered, big-wave surfing.

Only two years had passed since Taylor Knox earned international renown (and K2's $50,000) for paddling into a wave at Todos Santos. In the short period between, however, tow-in surfing came to absolutely dominate the big-wave arena. New spots were discovered -- Ghost Tree, Jaws, outer reefs, etc. -- and nearly all of them belonged to the realm of the jet-ski. By the time Evan Slater and Walla paddle-surfed Cortes, they were pegged as purists. And when the tow-surfers carried the day at Cortes, the fate of paddle-in surfing appeared to be one of diminishing returns.

A decade later, in both awards and reality, paddle surfing returned to prominence on the back of an El Nino winter to rival those of the '90s. Even more significant, those paddle sessions were built on heavier and more critical rides than those towed into at the turn of the century. What had caused such a dramatic reversal? In an ironic twist, all of those tow sessions made the big-wave community into much, much better paddle surfers. By allowing surfers to become quickly familiar with the world's big-wave spots -- where to sit, which waves to take, and how deep -- towing-in caused a select few surfers to realize that they didn't need the ski.

A young San Diego shaper named Chris Christenson built the board Walla took to Cortes, and through that connection, he would begin making boards for Gerlach, Parsons, Greg Long, Grant Baker and Mark Healey, to name a few. His boards have garnered wins at the Eddie, Mavericks and Todos Santos, as well as three XXL awards. Christenson's successes have come hand-in-hand with the shared successes of a passionate, grassroots group of young surfers who many claim, are the best big-wave surfers ever. ESPN caught up with Christenson to understand how that rise came about and what's next for big-wave paddle boards.

Todd GlaserGreg Long, putting a Christenson design to the test at Puerto during the summer of '09.

How did you come to building big-wave guns?
I've always been into building everything, from your standard WQS shortboard to longboards. I went to school at Point Loma Nazarene University with Jon Wegener and a group of Palos Verdes guys. They really turned me on to the kinds of boards Tom Wegener was riding. Joel Tudor claims Tom as his hero, the guy who started that movement in longboarding. And I think that if I didn't get into building longboards, I wouldn't be where I'm at today. They got me into the fish and what Skip Frye was doing. It really helped me understand foam in whatever length and proportion it came in. I also met Dick Brewer in the early days. Being around him and learning the basics of guns from the gun master really pushed me in that direction. The breakthrough came when Brad Gerlach called me out of the blue one day. He said that John Walla was one of his favorite surfers, and he wanted me to make him the kinds of boards I was building for Johnny. I really owe it to Walla. He opened the door. Now I have Greg Long, arguably one of the best big-wave riders of all time, as a full team member.

In the past ten years, tow-in surfing seemed to dominate the big wave scene. You were building paddle boards through that period, how did the resurgence of paddle-in surfing happen?
In the mid-2000s, that whole group of guys -- Greg and Rusty Long, Mark Healy, Grant "Twiggy" Baker -- they were as passionate about paddling as they are today. The difference is, they didn't have the resources to chase swells around the world. Greg mainly focused on Todos Santos, and would drive his van up to Mavericks. I think when they got into the tow-in stuff, it obviously gave them experience in bigger and bigger waves. The paddle-in boards were getting better, whether it was me shaping them or others, at the same time. But I think the tow-in experience gave them real ability. Now it seems they're trying to out-surf the guys who are towing in.

How have big-wave guns changed in that period?
Definitely a change in the bottom curve, less nose and tail rocker, fuller rails -- pretty much everything for more paddling ability. Getting into the wave is one aspect, but another important factor is what the board does at the bottom of the wave because that sets up the whole ride. If a board has too much rocker, it's going to stall out, and they need the board to run. These guys are not going straight to the lip after the bottom turn, they're setting the rail, and then they want the board to go. Guns are shorter now too, because the surfers are a lot stronger, as well as more wave savvy. They don't need the length that big-wave surfers needed in the past. They know how to sit in the right spot and take off later. Greg rarely rides a board that's ten-foot, most of his guns are 9'6" to 9'8". Twiggy won the XXL this year on a 9'0".

Grant EllisField research at Cardiff Reef.

A big wave gun is a critical piece of equipment, how does the shaper/surfer relationship work?
Greg surfs big waves so often, I've been able to make him a lot of boards and I keep a journal of everything I shape for him. He's also very intimate with his equipment -- he's as dialed with his guns as a 'CT surfer is with their 6'1" -- and because big waves don't happen that often, that quality is rare. But when something is working good, I stick with it. I don't do anything extreme. I listen to the surfers and make slow changes, because drastic changes can risk their lives. From one board to the next, there's got to be a consistency. Greg usually makes the trip down and spends an hour in the shop and gets lunch. It's always a face-to-face meeting. He brings older boards and we discuss what's working and what's not. For the guys who aren't able to come to the shop, some of them will have tried Greg's boards and they'll tell me that they want this or that modified. Whenever I do a gun over nine feet, it does not leave my shop with out me going over every square inch of it.

Many believe this is the a golden era for big wave surfing.
Back in the '50s all of the big-wave surfers were hanging on the North Shore and just sticking their fingers into the wind, wondering when the next big swell will hit. Today's big-wave surfers can have an entire month planned out. But they're agile too. It's crazy how much their decisions change in the last three days before a swell hits. But this crew has been on it for a long time now. I don't think anyone has spent more time down at Todos Santos than Mike Parsons has. He's really taken the younger guys under his wing. I went down to Todos with him for the contest this year, and we were chatting on the boat. He's just so pumped on the new crew of big-wave surfers. They're humble guys and each one of them is a completely different personality. Out of the water, Greg and Twiggy couldn't be more different, which I think is good. The afternoon before the Eddie, Waimea really started pumping. That's when Healey got that massive wave he shared with Shane Dorian. I was standing on the beach with Twiggy and Greg. Twiggy was frothing and telling Greg that this was their "XXL moment. Let's go, let's go." Greg told Twiggy there were more important things, like the Eddie the next day. They made the decision not to paddle out and risk injury or boards, and the next day Greg won the Eddie.

I think the core of their success is that none of these guys is trying to out-do anyone else, they're all challenging themselves. They're all just trying to get the biggest waves of their lives. They're not trying to do it for the camera, and they're obviously not doing it for the money, these guys don't make that much money for the risks they're taking. When Healey won the Todos Santos event, where there was no prize money, he was as jazzed as if he'd won the Eddie. The group as a whole -- each guys is competing with himself, and there's a really great camaraderie among them

OC SWEEPIN'

2010-06-21T10:54:00.001-07:00

The rage has hit Ocean City! Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) has finally arrived. While it has been around for a while, it's now just staring to be on the rise around town. We have some of the best models in stock, boards from renowned shapers and riders. Lairds, Donald Takyama, Ron House, and Oxbow. We also have 2 boards here at the shop as rentals. Our boards are put together in packages, this includes a pad, paddle, and board. As for paddles we have over 6 different types in stock that range from $99.95 to $349.95!!

Stop in and check these things out!

Mark Your Calendars!!

2010-06-12T13:12:00.000-07:00

Saturday July 24, 2010 Channel Islands will be demo-ing the latest models of boards! The demo will go on from 9 a.m. til 1 p.m., location TBA. Keep checking back for more info! Release and liability forms can be picked up at either Chauncey's Surf Shop location - 29th St. or 54th St.

BOARDS!

2010-06-09T14:11:00.000-07:00

We got over 40 new boards in. Al merrick dumpster divers, gravies, whips and so on. All of the new small wave goodies from super, and some stellar pieces from christenson. Stop in and check these boards out!

2010-06-04T14:06:00.000-07:00

The fellas from Grain Surfboards, up in Maine stopped by today. Really cool guys with really awesome boards. Custom boards available and kits, too! For more info check out their website at www.grainsurfboards.com

LONGBOARD WHEELS!!!!!!

2010-05-24T13:14:00.000-07:00

PEOPLE!!! We have the best selection of long board wheels and long board skates in town. We just got in ORANGATANG wheels!! Stop in and check out our great selection!

Boards, All sorts of Boards!

2010-05-22T12:11:00.000-07:00

Longboards, shortboards, fishes, quads, twins, singles, eggs, fun shapes, big guy tris, noseriders, high performance, old school, wood, epoxy, polyester, carbon fiber, hollow, eps, xtr, double stringers, bonzers, hybrids, displacement hulls, used, new, stand up, modern, round tails, pin tails, diamond tails, bat tails, dove tails, baby swallows, swallows.

This is just a taste, come by for the full flavor.

The Final!

2010-05-21T11:57:00.000-07:00

These the final pictures of the board. Actually saw Joey out on this board the other day! He was stoked!!!!!!!!

Part Deux!

2010-05-19T08:38:00.001-07:00

Shaping down the foam to match the rocker and rail. This is was a tough project since both sides of the board were messed up. Usually you would take the template from one and just flip it, however since both rails were messed up in the same place it was all done by eye. The second pic is the board getting ready to be glassed!

Malcom Campbell Bonzer, Destroyed! Part One

2010-05-17T09:31:00.001-07:00

This Malcom Campbell Bonzer was brought to us for repair, it had been mistreated by an airline. The left and right rails just short of the nose were completely destroyed. It took about five days of labor, and plenty of miscues along the way, but it turned out perfectly. Blair is the master repairman. This is the picture story of how it went.
Step one: Clean out and clear out all old foam and fiberglass, attempt to make straight angles and lines.

Step two: Cut pieces of foam out of old Walden, took many tries to get the angles just right!

Echo Beach

2010-05-03T08:48:00.000-07:00

This time period in the early 80's set the tone for every sort of way we surf today. Check this movie out if you have a chance!

Just In Case...

2010-04-28T11:00:00.000-07:00

Just in case you didn't know, Chillwave is dead...it's all about Folktronica.

Super Branded!

2010-04-27T11:52:00.000-07:00

Hey guys! We just in a new batch of Supers! Swing by and check these small wave killers out. We have them from 5'6" to 6' and are expecting some new ones any day! The two models we have in are the Nova and the 300s, all have awesome graphics! CHECK THEM OUT!

Union Express!!

2010-04-24T09:51:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to give a brief review of this movie!!! It just came out on Thursday and it stars Tim Curran, Tom Curren, Dane Reynolds, Rob Machado, Damien Hobgood, Conner Coffin, Nate Tyler, Keith Malloy, Taylor Knox, and other California shredders. Dane part in this movie rules, he murders it on a Dumpster Diver in and around the Ventura area. Tim Curran Travels from Santa Barbara down the coast by train and stops along the way. Every surfer in this movie is great. Stop in and pick up your copy!

Wetsuits!!

2010-04-22T07:27:00.000-07:00

Hey guys,
Just got in our line up of 3/2's, quiksilvers, ripcurls, and so on. Stop in, and check these suits out. They are getting better better, yet cheaper and cheaper!

Longboard Skateboards

2010-04-20T08:15:00.000-07:00

Hey guys,
Just wanted to let you guys in on a little secret, we have the best longboard skates in town!!! We carry Dregs, Sector Nine, Koastal, Never Summer, G&S, Riviera, Laybacks, GoldCoast, Gravity, we even have the re-issued Powell and Peralta Decks!! Stop in and find yourself a board to cruise cool on!! Prices start at $79.95 so get in here and start riding!

DUMPSTER DIVER!!

2010-04-17T09:15:00.000-07:00

Hey guys we just got in the Brand New Al Merrick Dumpster Divers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have 5'7", 5'10" and a 6' in. They are the most popular and hyped boards to ever come out of the factory. Come check these guys out, put one under your arm and you will soon find out the reason for the hype! Here are a couple pics of the 6' and the 5'10".

Erie Peeples

2010-04-15T09:01:00.000-07:00

Hey guys we just got in some new great shapes from Erie peoples out of NSB Florida. These boards are excellent shapes and will provide the most absolute wave catching abilities. Check them out!!!

An Artistic Message

2010-03-25T07:44:00.000-07:00

Enough said....

Missing.....

2010-03-18T10:51:00.000-07:00

Sara Wroten your phone booth is empty....and so are our hearts! Chauncey Girl For Life?? We should be so lucky. We miss you!!!!

Flat Twins

2010-03-15T09:45:00.000-07:00

You know this board is going to be fun. Takayama Design.
~za

What a Fox!

2010-03-01T12:37:00.001-08:00

These Foxes have built their den right outside of Blair's Condo. Hopefully they will be able to find a new home once summer has started. But for now they have made a comfy living on the beach!

Until March First!!!

2010-02-26T08:22:00.000-08:00

Stop on in for the best deals we have ever had! Most clothing items are 50% off!! This is the last weekend for these awesome deals! Our board selection has never been better!! Also check out our website where you can now shop online for gear. Enter promo code "chaunceys" at the check for a 10% discount! Hope everyone is gearing up for spring and getting wet with all of the recent swell we have been getting.

SHOP ONLINE!!!!

2010-01-28T08:12:00.001-08:00

Our new storefront is up and running! Check out our website - www.chaunceyssurfshop.com - for the link to shop online! Order all your surfing and bodyboarding accessories directly online!!

New Arrivals!

2010-01-21T08:36:00.000-08:00

WE JUST RECEIVED A FRESH BATCH OF CHANNEL ISLANDS SURFBOARDS!! K-WHIPS, FLYERS, AND THE ROOKIE. WITH EVERY NEW SURFBOARD PURCHASE RECEIVE A FREE LEASH, WAX, FINS AND A NEW TAILPAD OF YOUR CHOICE!! ALSO THE NEW DUMPSTER DIVER IS AVAILABLE FOR ORDER, SO COME IN A ORDER OR PURCHASE A NEW BOARD TO UPDATE THE QUIVER!! IN STOCK WE HAVE OVER 20 BOARDS ON SALE SO STOP IN AND CHECK THEM OUT OR GIVE US A CALL FOR UPDATED LISTS!

Surf's Up!

2010-01-13T11:10:00.001-08:00

Funky 70's pinball art....

Snow Day!!

2010-01-08T08:48:00.000-08:00

Well, it's not quite the 'Blizzard of '09' that inland Maryland and most of the Northeast got a few weeks ago, but it was nice to wake up to a couple inches of snow this morning. There's something about not seeing a flake of snow at bedtime to waking up to a Winter Wonderland, especially when it looks this pretty on the beach! ~BPM

END OF THE YEAR BLOW OUT SALE!!!!

2009-12-29T08:39:00.000-08:00

END OF THE YEAR BLOW OUT!!! ALMOST EVERYTHING IN THE STORE ON SALE THROUGH SUNDAY JANUARY 3, 2010!

FOR THE GIRLS:

Jeans and pants - $29.95

Accessories and jewelry - 50% off

Summer AND winter clothing - 50% off (unless otherwise marked)

All dresses - $29.95 or 2 for $49.95

Coats - 50% off

Sweaters - 50% off

Sandals - 50% off (excluding Rainbows)

Watches - 50% off

Sweatshirts - 25% off

Short Sleeve T's - $12.95 each or 3 for $35

Long Sleeve T's - 25% off

FOR THE GUYS:

Accessories - 50% off (excluding surf accessories)

Long Sleeve wovens - 25% off

Long Sleeve T's - 25% off

Short sleeve wovens - 50% off

Sandals - 50% off (excluding Rainbows)

Watches - 25% off

Pants and jeans - 25% off

Sweaters - 25% off

Sweatshirts - 25% off

At least $100 off ALL NEW SURFBOARDS!!!! Fins, leash and wax INCLUDED!!

ROAD TRIP!!!

2009-12-19T08:34:00.000-08:00

Last night we braved the impending winter storm, hopped in a limo and trucked up to the Black Cat in DC to see Blair's son's band, SOLAR POWERED SUN DESTROYER. Jimmy's band ROCKED and we all had a great time. We even got to see some snow!!

2009-12-17T11:59:00.000-08:00

Steve Walden called the other day and told us he's been getting some good waves at C Street in Ventura, CA. He emailed us these photos from late last week... nice, huh?

CHAUNCEY'S ROAD TRIP!!!!!

2009-12-15T08:05:00.000-08:00

CHAUNCEY'S ROADTRIP!!!!!!!! CALLING EVERYONE IN THE BALTIMORE / DC AREA!!! Friday December 18 the Chauncey's crew is heading to DC to The Black Cat on 14th St. to see Blair's son Jimmy and his band, SOLAR POWERED SUN DESTROYER, play! They are the opening act and will go on at 8 p.m. This is going to be a GREAT show, so DON'T MISS IT! And be sure to check them out on Facebook and Myspace!!

Greg Long wins the Eddie on a Christenson!

2009-12-14T09:27:00.000-08:00

Congrats to Greg Long on winning the Eddie! This is the winning board a 9'8" Chris Christenson Gun! Christenson is the man at making any board on the planet from fish's to hybrids, from short boards to long boards and even guns. The ultimate board shaping craftsmen!

Who Needs Stocking Stuffers?

2009-12-12T10:49:00.000-08:00

Looking for a small gift for someone, under $15? Need some stocking stuffers? We got 'em! From shot glasses to pint glasses, can coolies to environmentally friendly stainless water bottles, we've got all kinds of stuff to help complete your holiday shopping. Don't forget to find us on Facebook to get updates on daily and weekly specials!

Attack of the Longboards!!!!

2009-12-11T09:31:00.000-08:00

Check out the insane selection of longboard skates we have in stock right now! Call for complete inventory. Free shipping on any purchase of a complete skateboard! Brands include Sector 9, Koastal, Never Summer, Gravity, Riviera,

SALE! SALE! SALE!

2009-12-10T09:23:00.000-08:00

ROXY LUGGAGE SALE!!! All Roxy luggage 25% OR 2 for 1!!!!

LIMITED UGGS SALE!!!!

The following Uggs are 50% off regular price!!! Inventory is limited and once they're gone, they're gone! This list will not be updated frequently, so calling to check inventory is a good idea! First come, first served. (ALL SALES ARE FINAL!)

CLASSIC TALL CROCHET (Regular Price $120.95)

Rum Raisin: size 5 - 2, size 6 - 3, size 10 - 1

Sand: size 5 - 1, size 6 - 1, size 9 - 1

Black: size 5 - 1, size 6 - 1

Indigo: size 5 - 1, size 6 - 2, size 10 - 1

CLASSIC SHORT CROCHET (Regular Price $100.95)

Indigo: size 5 - 1

WOMEN'S TASMAN (Regular Price $85.95)

Indigo: size 5 - 1, size 7 - 1

Chestnut: size 6 - 2

Chocolate: size 5 - 1

FOLIAGE (Regular Price $90.95)

Black: size 5 - 1, size 7 - 1

Mink: size 5 - 1, size 6 - 2, size 7 - 1

LA JOLLA (Regular Price $140.95)

Shadow: size 5 - 1

KALIE (Regular Price $75.95)

Chestnut: size 6 - 1

Gaucho: size 6 - 1

Black: size 5 - 2

Cornflower Blue: size 6 - 1

FLUFF FLOP (Regular Price $70.95)

Black: size 5 - 1, size 6 - 2, size 7 - 2

White: size 5 - 1, size 7 - 1, size 8 - 2

BROOKS (Regular Price $180.95)

Obsidian: size 5 - 4, size 6 - 1

Afterdark: size 5 - 1

WAHINE (Regular Price $200.95)

Autumn Floral: size 5 - 1

WOMEN'S ULTRA SHORT (Regular Price $160.95)

Sand: size 5 - 3

KONA (Regular Price $190.95)

Espresso: size 5 - 1, size 6 - 1, size 7 - 1

Maze: size 5 - 1

UPTOWN (Regular Price $184.95)

Burnt Olive: size 9 - 1

Chestnut: size 9 - 1

WOMEN'S CLASSIC SHORT (Regular Price $120.95)

Cornflower Blue: size 4 - 1

WOMEN'S CLASSIC TALL (Regular Price $150.95)

Lilac: size 4 - 1

MAR (Regular Price $100.95)

Black: size 6 - 1, size 7 - 2, size 8 - 1, size 9 - 2, size 10 - 1

REESE (Regular Price $130.95)

Madeira: size 6 - 1, size 7 - 2, size 8 - 1

Old School or New School

2009-12-08T14:04:00.000-08:00

Call them what you want, somethings are just instant classics.

Stussy Quad!

2009-12-07T10:53:00.000-08:00

Every once in a while we pull a board out the archives and wonder how people ever rode them. Then you come across a board like this and wonder why we ever stopped? Rumor is he might start shaping again for updates check out his blog at s-double.com!

Stop By This Weekend For More Great Holiday Gift-Giving Specials!

2009-12-04T09:25:00.000-08:00

This weekend, through Sunday December 6, get these great deals:

For the ladies:

Women's winter clothing 25% off!

Sweatshirts, short sleeve t's and long sleeve t's 25% off!

For the fellas:

Boardshorts 25% off!

Walkshorts 25% off or 2 for 1!

Long sleeve t's 25% off!

Inspirational Surfing Flick

2009-12-03T10:57:00.000-08:00

These four movies above; Morning of the Earth, Sprout, Innermost Limits of Fun, and Pacific Vibrations, have not only inspired generations of surfers, but have gone against the cultural grain to give new light on the riding of waves. From Greenoughs Kneeboard camera angles, to Alex Knost hanging ten all over the place, these movies cover it all. Every Surfer should have these movies in there collection!

Early Christmas...

2009-12-01T11:04:00.000-08:00

One of the most beautiful boards we have ever had in the shop. This is a custom Chris Christenson Slider. Every time we get his boards in it is like the morning of Christmas.

BLACK FRIDAY SPECIALS!!!

2009-11-25T13:59:00.000-08:00

BLACK FRIDAY SPECIALS! ONE DAY ONLY, IN STORE ONLY! 25% OFF ALL FULL WETSUITS, UGGS AND MEN'S AND WOMEN'S LONG-SLEEVE T'S! DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE GREAT DEALS!!

The Way Things Were

2009-11-20T07:31:00.001-08:00

These pictures were sent to us from a lady who now lives in Florida. She and her family were the original owners of the downtown shop, on 28th St. We received this e-mail from her shortly before she sent us the photos. The first picture is of the shop as we know it today. The second photo is of Mrs. Barry and her little friend, approximately 65 years ago; the third photo is the house after it was dropped down, onto cinder blocks, because the wood pilings had begun to rot. Pretty cool to have a bit of history of our building, as well as what the town was like way back in the day. Thank you, Mrs. Barry! ~BPM

"Hi, Chauncey's Surf Shop -

This e-mail is from an old 70 year old lady, who spent many a summer in the old beach house you now occupy. My grandfather, Frank Fertitta, built it as a base for duck hunting. I came across a photo of it when it used to sit up on high wood pilings and was surrounded by sand dunes. Remember those????? There was a marsh across the 2-lane road rather than the Jolly Roger nightmare. I sat on the screened porch one day in the 80's, saw a guy walking an elephant across the 8-lane highway, looked at my Aunt Rosemary and said, "I'm outta here" and I never went back.

I am going to mail you the photo.

Cynthia Barry"

2009-11-17T13:13:00.000-08:00

Icon of the 80's. Peter Schroff is back doing what does so well. His signature noses, tails and paint sprays make these boards really stand out! Most importantly they work incredibly.

2009-11-16T08:00:00.000-08:00

The first photo is of a beached buoy at Northside Indian River Inlet. It was washed ashore so strongly that pushing it with all your might still couldn't budge it. The second photo is the beach at 56th St., or at least what's left of it. Amazing what Mother Nature is capable of.... ~BPM

Atlantic Assault!

2009-11-12T11:21:00.000-08:00

Bianca and myself with storm chaser from THE WEATHER CHANNEL Jeff Morrow!! The winds are out of the Northeast from 35-50 gusting to over 60!! The waves are expected to be 18-20 feet!! Everyone talks about hurricane season but oc locals know the nor'easters are just as good if not better! Stayed tuned for more pictures and updates as this storm spins off our coast!

Now you see it....

2009-11-09T08:23:00.000-08:00

Not many boards are beyond repair. Here's a prime example of before and after. Got a ding, dent, or major damage? Bring it by. We do repairs at both stores - 54th St. and 29th St.

2009-11-06T14:32:00.001-08:00

We brag about how much we love the fall...that is, until Daylight Savings Time hits and it gets dark at 5 p.m. Makes ya think about all of the stuff you were doing at the same time in the summer.

Dream Job

2009-11-05T11:15:00.000-08:00

I know I'm a lucky guy - great job, great customers. But traveling in Northern New Jersey the other day I spotted this snowball stand right on the beach. I COULD DO THIS!! ~BR

When its good, its good!

2009-11-04T12:29:00.000-08:00

November 3rd was a great day in Ocean City. A picture perfect fall day with pumping waves all day long. Light winds offshore with a head high swell makes for happy surfers around these parts. Here shop employee, Zach, takes advantage of a beautiful day and wave!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!!

2009-10-31T11:18:00.001-07:00

There's just something sinister looking about this old Cadillac.....

Taste the Rainbow

2009-10-30T12:39:00.000-07:00

If you own a Surftech Epoxy board and you ding it, chances are we can match the color...

Why It's Good To Live At The Beach....

2009-10-28T07:39:00.000-07:00

So Many Different Flavors To Choose From!

2009-10-27T12:24:00.000-07:00

Anything But Three

2009-10-26T09:17:00.000-07:00

Thanks to movies like "Sprout" and guys like Alex Knost, Tyler Warren, and Chris Christenson, there's a growing movement of blending the best of the old and new. Open your mind and approach surfing in a whole new way, on boards that work! ~BR

2009-10-24T09:23:00.000-07:00

Check out the fin on this early 60's HOBIE. A fifteen dollar upgrade back then, but what a difference!- BR

Board Meeting

2009-10-23T08:58:00.000-07:00

The chances for warm, sunny days are dwindling, so when we get two absolutely GORGEOUS days in a row, there's only one thing to do - work outside! Any excuse to be in the sunshine results in very clean surfboards. It's always fun to take down the old classic boards from the ceiling, polish 'em up and hear the stories of their origins and to be able to do it on a 75 degree day in late October is even better! ~BPM

2009-10-22T11:23:00.000-07:00

I can't tell you how many dings I have fixed with this brush. In 11 years, I'm sure it's in the thousands. I bought a new one the other day (.39 cents) but I just can't let the old one go..... ~BR

Presents from the Past

2009-10-21T13:34:00.000-07:00

On the left is a red wood Alaia, could be 50 years old, could be 100 years old. On the right is a modern day Alaia shaped out of Palownia wood by our good friend Rob Tinus. This is where the present meets the past, and in the end its all about the riding of the waves.

Sur is good to be an American!

2009-10-20T11:36:00.000-07:00

Doing repairs on July 4th, looked down at my Stanley SurForm and saw red, white, and blue shavings, How Patriotic! ~br

Kookie Monsters!

2009-10-18T09:28:00.000-07:00

Heres another board from the Joel Tudors new line, Kook Box, It is the Diamond tail twin. Interesting board with a lot of volume and the classic outline of a retro fish with a twist in the tail. Joel takes the fish and puts a diamond tail on it. Standing at 6' tall and nearly 22" wide and 3" thick, heres another great small wave board. Knee to chest high with plenty of float for all times of the year! Check one of these out!

Looking on the Bright Side

2009-10-17T12:21:00.000-07:00

Just a little something to brighten up your day. For all the rain, wind and cold, there's always a silver lining. Isle of Wight, Ocean City, MD October 2009

Chris Christenson C-Unit

2009-10-16T09:09:00.000-07:00

Once again Chris takes the best of the old and puts his spin on it. Think "Morning of the Earth" or Greenough in the 70's. Call it S-Foil, Displacement Hull or whatever. Just like all of Chris' boards, short or long, you just want to ride every one. Slide in a rakey Flex Foil fin and enjoy.... BR

NATIONAL BOSS' DAY

2009-10-16T08:15:00.000-07:00

Today is National Boss' Day, so we'd like to give a great big shout out to the two best bosses EVVVER! Brothers Blair and Chauncey Rhodes have had Chauncey's Surf Shop since 1995, and in that time have had many employees, both seasonal and year round. Those of us who are here now would like to tell you thanks for being not only great bosses but great friends and making us a part of 'the family'!

Stephanie Postell

2009-10-15T07:58:00.000-07:00

Lifeguard, waitress, babysitter, world traveler, recent Auburn graduate and Chauncey's Surf Shop manager Par Excellence, is moving on. Stephanie Postell has been working at Chauncey's 54th St. shop since the beginning (she was 14). Hard-working, upbeat, efficient, punctual and caring, Steph is one of the rare few who really get it! She's moving to Tennessee to work in social services, and wherever she ends up, that community will be far richer for it.

WE LOVE YOU STEPH!!

THANKS FOR EVERYTHING AND GOOD LUCK!!!

KOOKBOX!

2009-10-14T07:35:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was about as fun as it gets - Nice little waves, 75 degree air, 68 degree water and a huge shipment of boards. Check out the new effort from Joel Tudor's KOOKBOX brand. THE TUBE BULLET....NICE!!!

Its all about picking your nose!

2009-10-12T11:01:00.000-07:00

The nose of a board is an essential part to the riding of a wave. Many people are concerned with the shape of the tail, but you must pass the nose before you can get to the tail. Whether is be pointed, full, v-bottomed, flat, rockered, ect. it can determine the outcome of a wave. Pick your nose with caution!

2009-10-10T10:23:00.000-07:00

SUNDAY OCTOBER 11, 2009 ONLY! IN STORE ONLY! Walk into Chauncey's Surf Shop on 54th St. and Coastal Highway, say, "Gabba Gabba Hey!" to any employee and receive $20 off any pair of Uggs in stock!!

An Evening With Fred Hemmings

2009-10-09T08:25:00.000-07:00

Meet 1968 Surf World Champion and surfing legend Fred Hemmings. Fred is an Hawaiian State Senator, an author and a leading authority on the history of surfing and its interface with both the environment and commercial areas. Hear tales of surfing with The Duke and how surfers can impact the surfing world today.

Friday October 9, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. American Legion Hall 29th St. and Coastal Highway. Admisission is FREE!

For more information:

443-664-6371 (Cammie)

410-430-0370 (Bryant)

H-BOMB is the BOMB!

2009-10-08T08:22:00.001-07:00

The H-Bomb has arrived!! Ripcurl, one of the elite suit makers, has now stepped it up a notch to offer the first and only battery powered heated suit in the world. There are only a few hundred of these suits out there and Chauncey's is one of the only stores to carry this suit on the East Coast! The H stands for Hellllllll Yea its warm! If you want a lighter suit and more warmth this is the suit for you! Stop by or shout at usl(410-524-6004), if you have any ?'s regarding this suit.

Its another beautiful day in paradise with waves coming for the weekend! Stay tuned for more goodies.

Koastal Domination!

2009-10-07T11:15:00.000-07:00

Koastal long boards are redefining the art of the modern longboard. With there wood inlays and Revenge trucks they are truly among the elite out there. No two boards are exactly alike, plus they add a layer of fiberglass on the bottom for extra strength. Check these boards out, you will not be disappointed!

He LIves in a Pineapple Under the Sea

2009-09-29T07:15:00.000-07:00

This is the collections of cups used to whip up some things to repair boards. Hurricane Bill and TS Danny are the ones to thanks for this awesome collection of spongebob cups. The total use: over 250 so far!

2009-09-15T08:28:00.000-07:00

Its Bike Week! The constant roar of motorcycles on coast highway, Who is excited?! Great weekend of surf, that perfect chest high wave that lasts all day. It is with out a doubt fall, first day where the waves were clean allllll day. Stay tuned for more junk we like to talk about.

How Nice is Fall

2009-09-10T09:36:00.000-07:00

Summer is over and fall has come on in quickly. The weather is terrible, but the waves have been smokin'. Check us out daily for updates about the shop and other randomness that we find interesting.