Gordon & Smith Surfboards celebrates 50 years of boardmaking

Gordon & Smith Surfboards, a world-wide brand, is hosting an Anniversary Gala celebrating 50 years of surfboard production October 3rd, 2009 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the Wave House in Mission Beach.

The day's events include the Wave Crest Woody Club, and a museum quality exhibit displaying five decades of G&S History: from a Pacific Beach garage to present. The day will finish off with local music and a VIP reunion of G&S Surf and skate legends including founders Larry Gordon and Floyd Smith. Gordon & Smith is often credited for spawning the Southern California surf industry through the talented shapers, teamriders and individuals that contributed through this iconic brand. The public is invited to attend.