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STORIES FROM THE LINEUP
Surf Stories, Legends
and Good Times
A collection of history, culture and craftsmanship from the Blue Mango Family





MY PERSONAL SURFING HERITAGE AND CULTURE CENTER
If you get a chance you really should check out the new SHACC, is more than worth your time.

Corky Carroll
Sep 274 min read


The Killer in Killer Dana
by Corky Carroll I get asked about “Killer Dana” all the time. Mostly what made it so “killer,” or just about what it was like there before the harbor. For those of you who are newer to the area or don’t know the history behind this legendary surf spot let me fill you in on some background information. Dana Point was one of the premiere surf spots on the California Coast back when I was a kid. There were actually a number of surf spots in Dana Point at that time. There

Corky Carroll
Sep 133 min read


OPENING WEEKEND FOR SURF CULTURE CENTER ANNOUNCED
I just got the announcement and my invitation to the official grand opening of the new SURFING HISTORICAL AND CULTURE CENTER in downtown Laguna Beach. It’s happening the weekend of Sept 19, 20 and 21. They had a small preview for a few guests back in June which I was stoked to be a part of. It was amazing, I can’t wait to see it finished and up and running. This is a huge deal for both the sport of surfing and the city of Laguna Beach. Most of the time when I get a pr

Corky Carroll
Aug 293 min read


Building A Board
When I was maybe 11 or 12 years old I built a surfboard in my backyard. It was the first, and thankfully only, time I attempted this.

Corky Carroll
Aug 154 min read
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