Grown to Glide // HydroFlask NZ

Photo and video of Michael’s creative process as he endeavours to craft a wooden surfboard from scratch.

In April 2021 we embarked on a journey to bring to life a craft that represented the fun, freedom and joy of surfing, by creating a board that left a small footprint on our environment but had a large impact on our community. Together with The Single Fin Mingle, we worked with local craftsman, Michael Gilling, to build a surfboard made from local & eco materials. The board was then shared with the community, and awarded to 'the Mingler' - this was the individual who most embodied the spirit of the festival.

We are humbled to share with you the Grown to Glide film which captures this journey, at a time when celebrating community connection around the world was not possible, which made this experience extra special.