Dale Velzy
An early California surfer, maker of surfboards, merchant seaman, and professional cowboy, Dale surfed with Tom Blake and Bob Simmons. He owned the first shop in the world, and financed the first filmmaking adventures of Bruce Brown. Many of the great shapers of the 60s and beyond were schooled by Velzy. Dale loved waves, women, hot rods -- and good stories. It is hard to accept that this generous spirit is no longer with us.