Boards and gear arriving daily, local water community springing to life, and temps as manic as a squirrel on espresso in a room full of spinning ceiling fans, it can only mean one thing, that glorious transition from Spring to Summer is officially here.
The hardest part right now? Not “accidentally” claiming all the new gear for ourselves before it even hits the floor for y’all to snag. Fresh boards, fins, foils, wetsuits, apparel and enough shiny new toys to make any beach bum weak in the knees are rolling through the doors daily. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your setup, now’s the time to swing by before the good stuff disappears faster than a parking spot at the Burlington Su
rf Club on a sunny Saturday.
Heading into the weekend, Saturday is shaping up to hit peak pleasure levels weather wise. Sunshine, warmer temps and those early summer vibes have us digging out the coolers, unfolding the beach chairs, and putting that summer playlist on repeat. It’s the kind of weekend that starts with coffee and checking the conditions and somehow ends with salty hair, sunburnt noses, and stories that get slightly exaggerated by Sunday morning. This is your official warning to clear the schedule and lean all the way into an epic weekend. Whether you’re chasing clean lines, cruising flatwater, pumping up a wing or just soaking up the first real taste of summer, this weekend has “memory maker” written all over it.
Swing on down Pine Street to WND&WVS Surf Shop, check out the fresh arrivals, talk story with the crew and gear up for what looks like an absolute stunner of a weekend. Summer’s knocking, might as well answer barefoot. We'll see you all in or on the water!
Something To Read
Young Inventor Plans To Stop 90% Of Floating Sea Plastic By 2040 A 16 year old went scuba diving, saw more plastic than fish, and basically said, “Yeah… I’m gonna fix that.” Now Dutch inventor Boyan Slat and his nonprofit The Ocean Cleanup are using giant floating barriers an
d robotic river “interceptors” to stop ocean plastic before it spreads with a goal of removing 90% of floating sea plastic by 2040. It’s like a sci-fi cleanup mission, except it’s real! Read the full story, here.
Listen Up
The Hip Abduction - Sea Of Dreams The Hip Abduction releases the official visualizer for their newest single, Sea of Dreams, the perfect soundtrack for every paddle board cruise, wing foil run or surf check this summer. The Hip Abduction blend reggae grooves, indie rock and world inspired rhythms into feel good coastal anthems and their new single Sea of Dreams is pure ocean energy. Straight out of their Florida roots, the track feels like chasing wind and waves with your crew until sunset. If you dig their music check out this giveaway by our friends at Session Magazine and The Hip Abduction!
Foil Fever
Maui Drift - Duotone Set on the island of Maui, this episode with Finn & Jeffrey Spencer and Maria Behrens brings together Wing Foiling, Downwinding and Parawing in their purest form blending high energy sessions with the slower in between moments that make them unforgettable. From long open ocean glides to playful bumps and clean wave lines, it’s all about reading the conditions, flowing with the ocean and embracing the feeling of modern foiling. Featuring endless glide, surfy lines and the unique rhythm of life on Maui, this is more than just a session, it’s a glimpse into the freedom that connects every foiling discipline.
Wave Watch
Gwynnik - Finisterre This final chapter, Gwynnik, is a return home. A slowing down. A reflection on the importance of family. The name, meaning “little fair one” in Cornish, honours the arrival of Mike’s little blonde children and the new rhythm they’ve brought to his life. Filmed over two years across Cornwall and Brittany, it’s a visual record of Mike’s evolving relationship with the ocean. After years of travelling the world as a professional surfer, he’s now more rooted in West Penwith, where his connection to the sea has shifted - less about chasing perfect waves, more about the holistic experience of being in the water.
Something To Buy
BARK Paddle Boards By Surftech The Burlington paddle community is alive and thriving and we’re excited to introduce BARK Paddle Boards by Surftech to WND&WVS on the shores of Lake Champlain. This week we’re welcoming two incredible boards to the lineup, the BARK 12’6” Venture Tuflite SUP and the BARK 11’2” Catalyst SUP.The Venture is built for speed, glide, and long distance exploration,
perfect for sunrise paddles, fitness sessions and cruising the open waters of Lake Champlain. The Catalyst brings versatility and fun with a stable, playful feel that’s ideal for everyday paddling and summer adventures on the lake. Whether you’re chasing miles, sunsets or simply more time on the water, these boards are designed to elevate every session. Stop by WND&WVS to check them out and get ready for an unforgettable paddle season in Burlington.
Something To Do
Burlington Surf Club Opening Day Mark your calendars! The Surf Club opens for the season this Saturday, May 16th! Join us beachfront on Lake Champlain for a summer full of paddling, windsurfing, winging, lessons, kids camps, and easy beach days with the whole family. Whether you’re looking to learn something new, catch the wind, or simply relax by the water, there’s something for everyone waiting at the lake. Grab your gear, bring your friends and get ready to make the most of summer. We can’t wait to see you in or on the water!
