Thursday, 02 July 2009 12:50

We're sure you've heard the news, but here it is anyways. Our very own, Brandon Sears has won the 2009 Aliso contest this past weekend. It may have surprised you, but didn't spook us. BCS has been skimming better than ever over the past year, and during the contest there was never a moment of worry that he would not make a heat. We're very proud to have the title under the Exile Roof, and proud to have Brandon on board with us. If you haven't checked out his amazing part in Stimulus, you'll see why we're not surprised about this win. The boy works magic on that skimboard. Big Congrats to Mr. Sears, send some love his way when you see him next.

Straight behind Sears was Paulo Prietto who skimmed like he wanted it more than ever, but barely came up short in the Final. Sam Stinnett finished a very strong 3rd to make the top 3 all Exile Lovelies. We couldn't be happier.

In the 12-14 year old division, Exile also took 1st, 2nd 3rd. Blair Conklin continued his domination of the West Coast, with Ken Suzuki and Perry Pruitt right on his tail. Kalin Wiley snagged 2nd in 15-17. Finally signed to the team, Austin Keen stole the 18-21 division in a stacked final. Shop Manager Henry Wilbur Stinky Snapp faux-shoved his way to 2nd place in 22-24. Friend of the Exile Family and Balboa local Lance Brooks walked away with 1st in the "aging like a fine wine" division, and Keiao Gucau-Bucasas showed strongly in a highly competitive women's division with a 2nd place finish. We're stoked for everyone that competed and we'll see you in the Outer Banks in under two weeks, where hometown hottie Woody Harris will try to make his first statement of the year.

Here's a shot of Brandon Sears post-win, check in hand, makin' deals.