Shea Somma: Hand-Shaped Surfboards, Craftsmanship & Design Philosophy | The Temple of Surf Podcast

Welcome to The Temple of Surf Podcast, where we explore the craft, culture, and stories that shape surfing's heart and future. In this episode, we speak with Shea Somma, an accomplished surfboard shaper based on California's Central Coast and the creative force behind Somma Special Designs. Shea has been hand shaping custom surfboards since 2008, blending craftsmanship, performance, and personal expression into every board he creates. His work has earned recognition at events such as The Boardroom International Surfboard Show, where his entries have won top awards for design and innovation.  This episode dives deep into the world of surfboard design and shaping, revealing how boards are conceived, carved, and refined to meet the needs of different riders and waves. Shea shares stories from his shaping bay, his creative philosophy, and how he balances art and function in his designs. Topics covered in this episode include: Shea's journey into surfboard shaping and how it began The craft of hand shaping tools, techniques, and attention to detail How different design elements influence how a board feels and performs Custom shaping, creativity, and working with surfers to meet their needs Stories from the shaping bay, competitions, and surf culture This episode is perfect for anyone passionate about surfboard craftsmanship, design philosophy, and the deeper creative process behind the boards we ride. Subscribe to The Temple of Surf Podcast for conversations with surfers, shapers, photographers, filmmakers, historians, and culture makers from around the world. Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major audio platforms.   #TempleOfSurfPodcast, #SheaSomma, #SurfboardShaping, #CustomSurfboards, #SurfboardDesign, #SurfCraftsmanship, #HandShapedSurfboards, #SurfCulture, #SurfHistory, #ShapersLife, #SommaSpecialDesigns, #SurfPodcast, #OceanLife, #WaveRiding