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SLATER SAYS “LATER”. SMALL STEP AND A GIANT LEAP FOR SURF-KIND Defi nitely the biggest news in world surfing this year so far has been Kelly Slater’s surprise announcement he was not renewing his contract with global giant Quiksilver. While most of the surfing world debated the merits of this decision, many of us who embrace a more sustainable approach to the surfing industry only heard the underlying message: the guru of world surfi ng wants to feel good about the brand he represents. As Kelly stated in his press release “for years I’ve dreamt of developing a brand that combines my love of clean living, responsibility and style... As I embark on this new journey, I am sticking to my gut instincts and the belief that your dreams can become reality with the right intentions”. Kelly obviously had an enduring relationship with Quiksilver spanning some 23 years built on mutual benefit and respect, however this move signals a pivotal moment in the surf industry when its biggest icon is seeking more sustainable and responsible avenues. Kelly is a brand of his own and a proud ambassador of surfi ng, to not only those within the community but also to outsiders looking in. It’s huge news when the powerhouse behind a sport is looking to market himself through a new brand with ethical practices being at the core. As the world as a whole moves towards a more accountable existence and companies and individuals are more aware of their impact, it has surprised many how long it has taken for some of the big name surfers to moderate their affiliations and start using and promoting sustainable alternatives. Given that Kelly has stepped up to lead this change, my own view is that this is an endorsement for the fact sustainable products are comparable in performance to their traditional counterparts. He is meticulous in everything he does, so this is not a move he would make without careful consideration and extensive research. Since last year his quiver includes boards glassed with Entropy bio resin, and in recent years he has explored other sustainable alternatives. Those of us wanting to showcase the innovation and functionality of the many ecological alternatives now available to surfers are excited by this move and wait with bated breath to see what transpires in the months to come! Nicola O’Reilly is the better half of the nice folks from Surfing Green, a couple passionate about sustainable surfing products. surfinggreen.com.au BYRON BITS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE BYRON BAY BREWING CO. TRY OUT ALL THE BEERS ON OFFER AT BYRON BAY BREWING CO. TALKING BEER WITH BREWER SCOTT HARGRAVE When people try craft beer for the fi rst time, there’s a very good chance it’s some type of pale ale. The pale ale family tree is quite diverse and encompasses beers from across the globe including English pale ales and their stronger cousins India Pale Ales (or IPA’s),as well as American pale ales, Australian pale ales, New Zealand pale ales and more. Often these beers have a well defi ned bitterness and a prominent hop character. There’s no need to be scared of hoppier beers. From the earthy and subtle marmalade notes of English pale ales, the big, aggressive citrus and pine resin punch of the US styles, to the tropical fruit cocktail of modern Australian and New Zealand hop varieties, there’s a lot to love about pale ales and the hops they feature. Great with burgers, pizza, curries and just about anything else. Here in the brewery, I’ve been playing with our pale ale to give it a voice of its own. While the centrepiece is the Aussie superstar Galaxy, I’ve been blending in some other newer local hops late in the process to really bring out the fruity zing and satisfying bitterness in the finish. But don’t take my word for it, why not drop into the brewery sometime and check it out for yourself. Cheers, Scotty, the Brewer 1 Skinners Shoot Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481 Phone: (02) 6685 5833 Fax: (02) 6685 5519 WWW.BYRONBAYBREWERY.COM.AU WHAT’S ON USUALS AT THE BREWERY... FREE MEAL! BUY ONE MEAL, GET THE SECOND FREE* *For details, more specials and to download a voucher see AUTUMN/WINTER 2014 | SMORGASBOARDER 107
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