Happy Friday and welcome to another edition of Friday Fortunes! This week felt like summer finally punched the clock and it was incredible to see the water community come back to life. From glassy morning paddles and sneaky wind sessions to boat waves serving up knee high runners, the season is officially underway. There was also a fun run of surf at the coast earlier this week and we hope some of you were able to sneak away, score a few waves and return to civilization with a healthy amount of salt still in your hair.
Here at the shop, we're fully stocked with paddles, SUPs, wings, foils, surfboards, bikinis, trunks, you name it. Whether you're gearing up for an aquatic adventure, a beach day or just trying to look the part, we've got everything you need to stay comfortable on and off the water.
Now, before you receive that late Friday afternoon email issue that will almost certainly be ignored until Monday morning, keep scrolling and let this week's Friday Fortunes send you into the weekend with a smile on your dial. We'll see you all in or on the water!
Something To Read
Session Magazine Summer Issue #14 Our friends at Session Magazine just released their Summer Issue #14 and it's a banger. In this issue, we sail between the lands of the midnight sun, climb walls and chase swell in Madagascar, foil through dreamy days in Fiji, follow women chasing waves in Puerto Rico and so much more. With every issue Session Magazine brings you aquatic inspiration from across the globe. No matter the discipline, destination, or wave riding craft of choice, we're all united by a shared love of water. Session Magazine exists to celebrate that passion and the people who live it every day. Hit this link and subscribe to water today.
Listen Up
The Elovaters & Bryce Vine - Pockets Full Of Sand New from The Elovaters is Pockets Full Of Sand. It's a sun soaked blend of reggae rock grooves, breezy pop hooks and carefree summer vibes that practically demands an open road, rolled down windows and salt in the air. The song celebrates the simple joys of life, good company, ocean waves and living completely in the moment. With The Elovaters' laid back coastal sound and Bryce Vine's playful, feel good energy, Pockets Full of Sand is the musical equivalent of finding sand in your shoes days after an unforgettable surf trip
and smiling about it.
Wind Watch
Cape Verde Sessions with Nia Suardiaz and Wesley Brito With consistent wind, powerful swell and endless wave spots, Cape Verde offers the perfect playground for Wing Foiling and Foiling. Local charger Wesley Brito welcomed Nia Suardiaz for a training trip packed with wave riding and island vibes. Enjoy!
Wave Watch
Tinned Fish - CVRRENT WND&WVS fam CVRRENT's latest short film, Tinned Fish, follows a crew of New England surf buds on their first international mission together, trading cold water routines and hand shaped boards for the long points and winding roads of Northwest Africa. Filmed collectively and edited by TJ Thran, the film feels more like a travel diary than a surf trip highlight reel, an honest look at friendship, exploration, and the simple pleasure of chasing waves somewhere unfamiliar. Built entirely from passion and community support, Tinned Fish is a reminder that s
ome of the best surf stories still come from loading up a few boards, hitting the road and seeing what unfolds.
Something To Buy
Paddle Boards There’s a reason so many of us find ourselves returning to Lake Champlain again and again. Whether it's an early morning paddle before work, a sunset cruise with friends, or a quiet moment alone on the water, paddle boarding offers something few activities can match, a chance to reconnect with both nature and community. At WND&WVS, we're fortunate to have one of the most spectacular paddling destinations in the Northeast right in our backyard. The ever changing views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains, the wildlife along the shoreline and the vast open waters of Lake Champlain ensure that no two paddles are ever the same. The shop is fully stocked with a variety of paddleboards from brands we trust. No matter if you are looking for your first race board, touring board or something to cruise on and enjoy all that is Lake Champlain we have you covered here at WND&WVS.
Something To Do
Burlington Surf Club Summer Kickoff! Join us at the Burlington Surf Club on June 13th from 4PM–sunset for our Summer Kickoff Party! We’ll have @djlovevtspinning from 4–7PM, good vibes on the beach, and free hot dogs while they last. Come hang lakeside, bring your crew and kick off the season with us!
