For surfboard maker, it's a 'labor of love'

Check out Mike Becker and the Nature's Shapes team in the piece written in the newspaper Newsday this past Saturday. Here's a little excerpt from the article.

"While in the workshop, Becker can usually be found covered in a blanket of dust sanding down a board. The whole process, which takes about 2 to 3 weeks, is done by hand, as Becker and his small staff hand-shape the boards, then do the airbrushing, sanding and finishing. Becker likes to add his own touch to the boards, as well. Many of his paint designs hark back to styles popular in the '60s.

Boards are made and sold based on a person’s ability. Beginners' boards need to be bigger so they can learn how to surf, while experienced surfers can use smaller boards for more flexibility.

'He can make everything the way you want it made, and for what’s best for you,” said Harrison Miller, 18, who works in the Sayville store. “Mike just knows what works for Long Island, and he has surfed all around the world, so he knows what will work for you over there, too.' "

Here's the link for the Nature's Shapes video... Enjoy!!