At Earth Island Surf Fest 2025, we celebrate the roots of surf culture the stories, the craft, and the people who shaped the waves long before Canggu became what it is today.

Charlie, a respected shaper who has worked with Channel Islands and Christenson Surfboards, shares his journey through the golden era of surfing a time when everything was raw, simple, and driven by pure love for the ocean.

He talks about how shaping surfboards in the 70s and 80s wasn’t just a job, but a lifestyle. Each board was made by hand, inspired by the rhythm of the waves and the freedom of those early days in places like Canggu where surf culture was still young, real, and full of soul.

Today, as surfing continues to grow, Charlie’s story reminds us to look back to remember the craftsmanship, creativity, and spirit that built the foundations of what we now call modern surf culture.

Shapers Story is a reflection of that journey from the shaping bay to the breaks of Bali, keeping the spirit of the 70s alive in every line, curve, and ride.