KAILANI SURFBOARDS
Founded in 2011 by master shaper Julio Nurse, Kailani Surfboards was born from over 15 years of hands-on experience in the surf industry and a career competing at the international level. Julio’s vision was simple yet ambitious: to revolutionize surfing by creating high-performance boards that give surfers the winning edge.
to revolutionize surfing by creating high-performance boards that give surfers the winning edge.
That vision became reality almost instantly. Contest after contest, Kailani boards began dominating podiums—earning high purses and even securing the title Latin American Champion in 2013. The name Kailani quickly became synonymous with quality, innovation, and competitive success.
Today, we remain dedicated to the same principles that fueled our start: performance, craftsmanship, and originality. Our mission is to design and handcraft custom surfboards tailored to your style and skill level—helping you maximize performance and elevate your surfing experience.
Based in Oceanside, California, every Kailani surfboard is 100% manufactured in-house using only the finest materials. From local shores to distant breaks, we proudly ship worldwide—delivering boards built not just to ride, but to win.
To be the world’s most trusted and desired surfboard brand, empowering surfers of every level to push their limits, win their waves, and experience the purest joy of surfing.
To handcraft high-performance, custom surfboards that perfectly match each surfer’s style, skill, and goals—combining innovation, precision craftsmanship, and the highest quality materials to deliver boards that perform at the highest level, from local breaks to world-class competitions.
- Craft high-performance surfboards with passion, precision, and innovation.
- Blend cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship.
- Empower surfers of all levels to ride boards tailored to their unique style.
- Use premium materials to ensure durability, performance, and sustainability.
- Share the knowledge and vision of our shaper, Julio Nurse, in every design.
- Build all boards locally with a commitment to quality and authenticity.
- Provide a seamless experience for surfers to customize and order their dream board.
- Celebrate the surf culture and community with authenticity.