L*Space Promotional In-Store Event

On Tuesday, January 18th Whalebone Urban Surf hosted it's first in-store event!  We were so excited to have to support of L*Space when we decided to throw the promotion.  The event, which was held from 6 to 8 pm, provided customers the opportunity to try on L*Space swimsuits in a multitude of colors, styles and patterns.  If they opted to try on one they were automatically entered in a drawing to win a FREE L*Space swimsuit of their choice!  If they ended up purchasing one they received 10% off for the one night only and a free wet/dry bikini bag with purchase!

Don't worry if you could not make it to the event because the promotion is running through January 31st!  You can still come in and try on an L*Space suit and get entered to win a FREE one!  Also, the free bikini bag with purchase still applies!

We would also like to extend a big thank you to Donna, our L*Space sales rep, who came to visit us all the way from Wilmington!  Donna, pictured below, with some of the Whalebone Urban girls!

Employee Spotlight: Ty Fitzpatrick

One of the things Whalebone Urban Surf is most excited about is bringing surf culture to Raleigh and how could we do that without having actual surfers working in the store!  Ty, a Hawaii native, has surfed all his life and brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for surfing to Whalebone.  We are so excited to have someone with his level of surfing experience and expertise as part of our team.  Below is a short interview with Ty so that everyone can get to know him a little better!

Name: Ty Fitzpatrick

Hometown: Town of Kapaa in Kaua'i, Hawaii

When did you first learn to surf?

TF:  I first learned to surf when I was around ten years old.  My friends and I found an old surfboard under my uncle's house and took it out to catch some waves.  After that first day I was instantly hooked on surfing.

Who is your favorite pro-surfer?

TF:  It would have to be "Duke".  He was from Hawaii and to many he is known as "the father of modern surfing."  He shaped the first surfboard that was ever seen in Australia which I think is pretty cool!

What is your all-time favorite surf spot?

TF:  Besides home I would have to say Bali.

What is your board of choice?

TF:  Definitely a 6'0 JS Fat Fish

What brought you to North Carolina?

TF:  I just wanted to see the world!

Random question.  What is your favorite food?

TF: Any fresh fish!

What is the thing you like most about working at Whalebone Urban Surf?

TF:  It is as close to being at the beach as I can get here without actually being at the beach!

LAST ONE!  What is the #1 item on your Whalebone Urban Surf wish list?

TF:   A Naish Stand Up Paddle Board

Meet the Whalebone Urban Surf Team!

We at Whalebone Urban Surf are so excited to be in Raleigh and we are ready to let Triangle residents know who we are!  While the Whalebone name is synonymous with surfers and beachcombers all around, we want the great people that work in the store every day to be just as well known as the name itself.

This is our beautiful group of Whalebone Urban Surf ladies!  Allie(far left), is a graduate of UNCW and recently moved back to North Carolina after living in Vail, Colorado for 2 years!  Alisa(2nd from left), is also a graduate of UNCW and relocated to Raleigh from Greensboro to be the Assistant Manager of our great shop!  Hannah(2nd from right), is a Senior at Millbrook High and will go off to college next Fall!  Last but not least, Stevi(far right), is also a UNCW graduate and is the manager of Whalebone Urban Surf.  Her father, Jim Vaughn, is the owner of all three Whalebone locations.  She hails from the Outer Banks and has been living in Argentina for the past 4 years.  Now she is back and keeping Whalebone in the family!   We are all so very excited to be part of such a special and unique shop!

Whalebone Urban Surf is very proud of our great group of guys!  Joe(far left), originally is from California and is a recent graduate of NC State.  Ty(2nd from left), is originally from Hawaii and relocated to the Raleigh area for school.   Jim Vaughn(middle), is the owner of the all the Whalebone locations and is a regular fixture in the shop! Tucker(far right), is originally from Greenville, NC and is currently a student at NC State.

We have a great team so please come in and get to know us because we want to get to know all of you!