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Helen of the Sea


manufacturing regenerative surf gear from ocean plastic + empowering women through circular enterprise

RIDE WAVES

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SAVE WAVES

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RIDE WAVES - SAVE WAVES -

From Sea to Solution

11 million tons of plastic enter our oceans every year, killing hundreds of millions of marine animals. Helen of the Sea helps protect marine ecosystems by removing harmful plastic from the Galapagos Islands and transforming it into regenerative surfing gear. Through our innovative business model, we bridge the gap between sustainability and performance for surfers who want to be part of the solution.  

The Regenerative Process

  • 1. Rescue

    Remove harmful marine debris with the help of local fishers and volunteers.

  • 2. Process

    Local women clean and categorize materials.

  • 3. Transform

    Local women transform material into surf products using 3D printing and injection molding.

  • 4. Regenerate

    Customers send in worn gear to receive a store credit. Used material is regenerated into new products.

The Prototypes

7.5” Single Fin

Recycled PET

9” Longboard Fin

ONYX Continuous Carbon Fiber

Thruster Set

ONYX Continuous Carbon Fiber

Our Partners

Galapagos Islands National Park Service