High-Performance Surfing with Hawaiian Island Creations
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–4 hours per session
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical shape with stamina for paddling and quick reflexes for maneuvers.
Overview
Dial in your surfing with the 5'7" Seaside Helium from Hawaiian Island Creations, designed for energetic beach breaks around Kailua. Ride tighter turns and gain an edge with Rob Machado’s renowned board shape.
5'7" Seaside Helium
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of surfing with Rob Machado's Seaside board, designed for high performance and agility. This unique quad setup features refined curves and a lightweight Helium construction, perfect for beach breaks. Enjoy tighter turns and responsive rides, all inspired by the essence of Machado's home surf spot.
Rob Machado on the Seaside
Times
Everyday – 10am-6pm
About
Rob Machado on the Seaside, "just evolving the Go Fish to something new, really. The Go Fish goes fast and feels skatey and loose and I love it, and riding it for a couple years made me want to feel more high performance - more carves, tighter turns. So the Seaside is about refining… less area in the tail, narrowing the tips of the swallow, creating more curve and narrowing the nose. All elements for ripping while the Go Fish stays cruisey and fun."
The Seaside is quad only, why? "I decided that if i was going to make a quad I would make a quad that’s strictly a quad ... Design the concaves and bottom contours around that. I actually redesigned my entire concave setup that I’ve been using on the Moonbeam and Go Fish, and did it with the quad setup in mind so that it all works together."
Why name this shape after your home break, Seaside? "Naming surfboards might be the hardest thing to do on the planet [laughing]. It’s just the perfect little stick when I surf my home spot, Seaside."
Why is the Seaside built in Helium? "The first one I made for Tahiti was LFT and I was riding it in 6 foot tubes. But most everyone surfs a shape like the Seaside at beach breaks and little point breaks, so we made it in Helium because it’s really light, very responsive, really flexy with a softer feel and very durable. It’s the best option for a shape like the Seaside in smaller, weaker waves, I think."
Adventure Tips
Check local surf reports before heading out
Beach breaks can change rapidly, so timing your session with consistent swell and manageable winds is key for maximizing your ride.
Warm up with dynamic stretches
Performing mobility exercises before paddling reduces injury risk and primes your muscles for quick maneuvers on the board.
Respect local surf etiquette
Kailua’s breaks can get busy; always wait your turn and communicate clearly with other surfers to avoid collisions.
Bring reef booties for rocky entry points
Certain launch spots near Kailua have sharp coral or lava rock; protective footwear helps prevent cuts and bruises.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Hawaiian monk seals stretching out on nearby beaches
- Tropical fish visible during beach break swims
History
Kailua has long been a hub for Hawaiian surfing culture, embraced for its steady surf and community spirit dating back decades.
Conservation
Local initiatives in Kailua focus on marine habitat protection, encouraging eco-friendly surfing practices and coral reef preservation.
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Recommended Gear
Rob Machado 5'7" Seaside Helium Surfboard
Lightweight and responsive, designed specifically for tighter turns and beach break conditions.
Surf wax suitable for Hawaiian water temperature
Keeps your feet gripped on the board during quick maneuvers in warm ocean surf.
Reef booties
Protect your feet from sharp coral and rocky entries near Kailua beaches.
Rash guard or lightweight wetsuit
Provides sun protection and skin comfort in warm tropical waters.
summer specific