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Nike 6.0 boardshort bar is backing a Cornish fundraising appeal which was set up in memory of 4 year old Joe Way from Newquay. The boardshort bar is open for the next couple of months in the centre of Newquay and has been designed and fitted out by a local company. You can go in and see the latest Nike 6.0 surf tour information, have a free photo both experience which can be downloaded to your facebook page and design your own boardshorts on one of the apple Macs in the store. You’re shorts will ready for you to walk out with while you wait and it’s a great concept, rather than looking through racks of shorts you simple design what you want and away you go. Another great concept is the surf wax game which is a great fun. Its been designed for the store and you pay £2 to pull the leaver watch the wax drop through the 6ft Perspex enclosure hitting pins as it drops down. On the back of each bar of wax are the words “try again” or what prize you have won. For every purchase the full £2 will go to local Newquay based charity “The Joe Way paddle for life” which has raised over £92,000.00 in three years since the Newquay toddler passed away. Joes Dad Matt Way said “This is a great concept and we are really excited about being involved. At the opening party people where getting addicted to it, we are sure its going to be a great hit for adults and kids whilst raising money that will go back into the local community”. If you’re in Newquay and you want to have some fun or need to buy some wax then check out the Nike 6.0 store in Bank Street. Link to Nike 6.0 FB group http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/Nike6SurfUK

Newquay Mayor rides the waves for charity Newquay Mayor Andy Hannan has raised more money for his chosen charity “The Joe Way Appeal” this time going to the Newquay surf life saving club. Joe Way, who was born with a rare genetic condition, was labelled a 'miracle boy' after surviving meningitis, a potentially deadly skin reaction, and numerous superbugs as well as complete organ failure. He died three years ago, after a rapid deterioration in health. His website has been set up to tell his story, raise awareness of his conditions and help raise money for 20 charities mainly at the now annual Joe Way paddle for life. The Loop Flowrider at Retallack resort and Spa hosted the UK championships this weekend attracting the cream of Europe’s flowriders and surfers. The team at the loop invited Newquay Mayor Andy Hannan to come up and try Cornwall's fastest growing extreme sport to help raise funds for his chosen charity the Joe Way appeal. Mayor Hannan was delighted to have the opportunity to raise funds this time for the Newquay surf life saving club and was joined by some of the members in a flow riding session. Andy Hannan said “This is a great facility and another example of how businesses can attract people to Cornwall. We had a great time and I would highly recommend this as a great family day out”. A raffle was held with surf lessons donated by the Quicksilver surf school at South Fistral Mayor Hannan will be at the Japanese car show at Hendra Holiday Park this Sunday which is raising money for Shelter box in aid of the people of the Japanese earth quake Matt Way Joe’s Dad said “we would like to thank the team at the flowrider for giving us this opportunity and their continued support with Joe’s appeal”. If you would like see the Flowrider PODCAST or read Joe’s story then go to www.joewaypaddle.co.uk for more information about the Flowrider go to www.retallackresort.co.uk

This year on the 7th May, to mark the passing of their son, Joe's Dad will be jumping out of a plane at 10,000ft to raise money for the Precious Lives Appeal, or one of the many charites listed on our donate page. If you would like to donate and help build Cornwall's first Hospice for children or to donate to one of the other charities we support click DONATE NOW

Lots of Interviews with Dean Woods at this years 2010 Joe Way Paddle for Life Part 1

The Official SKINDOG August bank holiday British Nationals Surf Camp Hendra Holiday Park in Newquay will host the Official SKINDOG British Nationals Surf Camp for family’s and couples who surf, in association with Oxbow and Relentless Adrenaline Activities, from the Friday 27th to Tuesday 31st August. Matt Way, Hendra’s Manager, said ‘Hendra provides an ideal base for family’s and couple’s who surf, enjoy the Quicksilver National surfing event, and prefer a more relaxed camping experience. It’s great to team up with Ben Skinner and the SKINDOG Surf School for our very own Surf Camp after such a successful Boardmasters event” Ben skinner said “The surf camp which starts at £15 per couple per night has a great relaxed feel which is great to introduce new people, kids and seasoned surfers to a great teaching experience, yet all the facilities non surfers want are available to keep the rest of the family happy. We have a BBQ you can cook your own food on whilst we design the right surf package for you as well as taster evenings from my family’s Cornish brewery” The offer is specially discounted camping, surf lessons, coasteering and the world famous wave rider at Retallack Resort. Ben Skinner his team of surf coaches, team riders, surfboard shapers and laminators will be available to give top surfing tips as well as organising surfing lessons! There will also be a shuttle bus service to and from the park to beaches and events, so campers will have a brilliant time’ The SKINDOG team also continued their support for the Joe Way Paddle for life by advertising the event at their marquee and Ben signed a RELENTLESS surfboard which is the on line raffle. The first surf camp on Newquay’s five star Park was such a success that the public will have another opportunity to enjoy everything Hendra has to offer along with the worlds best surfers creating a relaxed vibe for family’s and couples alike. Voted one of the UK’s Top 100 Holiday Parks 2010, Hendra is the one of the best located five star rated, family campsites for the Boardmasters Festival. The Surf Camp will occupy a dedicated area on the park and will be exclusive to families and couples only. For more info on the Surf Camp see www.hendra-holidays.com or call 01637 875578, for info on Ben Skinner and Skindog Surf School see www.skindogsurfschool.co.uk or call 07597021727

PODCAST with Joe's DAD about the Joe Way paddle board

Jason Gray PODCAST about Joe's Board and how the process works

PODCAST shaper Chris HArris talks about Joe's Board. A great insight to one of the best shapers