Porsche's Surfboard Design Reminiscent of the Legendary Carrera RS 2.7, Embracing the Early '70s California Surf Scene
In a unique fusion of automotive and surf culture, Porsche and Almond Surfboards have released a limited-edition collection, with only 72 surfboards being produced. The collection, available now, celebrates the iconic 1972 Porsche Carrera RS 2.7, a significant model in Porsche's history, known for its racing prowess and distinctive colour schemes.
While the 2024 collaboration between the two brands did not directly reflect the 1972 Carrera RS 2.7, the broader cultural and design significance of the model is evident in the ongoing partnership. The 2025 collection, however, pays a direct homage to the Porsche 911's racing heritage, with surfboards featuring a Grand Prix White base and blue, red, or green accents, reminiscent of the Carrera RS 2.7's iconic colour schemes.
The surfboards, priced at $3,000, are a 6'0'' winged swallowtail made of polyurethane foam, basswood stringers, and a fiberglass shell. They bear the signature Carrera lettering, the Porsche crest, Almond Surfboards logo, and a '72' racing number, adding to their collectible value.
The Porsche x Almond collection extends beyond surfboards, offering a variety of items that capture the spirit of the 1970s. You can purchase vintage-style tees, hats, a sweatshirt, a beach towel, canvas totes, boardshorts, surf flags, and a surfing guidebook, all inspired by the era.
Last year's inaugural drop was a success, suggesting that the surfboards may sell out quickly. For those who want to secure a piece of this limited-edition collection, the T-shirts, caps, sweatshirt, tote bag, beach towel, boardshorts, surf flags, and surfing guidebook are available now.
In addition, the collection includes a guidebook highlighting the best surf spots in southern California, making it an ideal choice for surf enthusiasts. Whether you're a fan of Porsche, a surfing aficionado, or a collector, this collaboration offers a stylish and unique blend of two iconic cultures.
The collection is available for purchase now through the Porsche Online Shop, Porsche Design stores, select Porsche centers, and Almond's flagship store in Costa Mesa, California.
- Fashion-and-beauty enthusiasts can complement their sports-inspired wardrobe with the vintage-style tees, hats, and sweatshirts available in the Porsche x Almond collection.
- The food-and-drink sector is not excluded from this unique fusion, as one can enjoy meals and beverages while immersed in the lifestyle that the Porsche x Almond collaboration represents, say, at a home-and-garden setting adorned with the collection's surf flags and beach towels.
- For those who prefer a more active engagement, the sports aspect of the Porsche x Almond collection allows for an empowering experience, as one practices their surfing skills on a 6'0'' winged swallowtail surfboard, designed to resemble the iconic Porsche Carrera RS 2.7 with its grand Prix White base and colorful accents.
