"Surfboards are made of pretty toxic stuff, so it’s great to see the recent explosion of new sustainable surfboard technologies. The world will be better off with less pollution in the environment and less toxic materials in landfills."

"Boards from China do cause environmental and market-devaluation concerns. My main focus isn’t eco-boards. What is? George W. Bush’s rollbacks of America’s environmental laws, weakening the protection of our water, air, and public lands."

"We need to care for the environment or there won’t be anywhere left to surf. Our choices make a difference. I ride a 5’ 11 sustainable fish that surfs great, travels great, and makes me feel better about my choices."

"As much as I miss the old Clark Foam days, I’m glad there is more environmental justice happening. We can’t let polluters spew out hideous toxins just because they’re making good boards."

"I’ve seen more innovation in surfboard manufacturing in the last 4 years than the previous 40. Aside from my ‘bohemian guilt complex’, I want to see surfboard performance reach a new paradigm before I demand it to be ‘sustainable’."

"I’m aware that our individual choices as consumers affect the world as a whole. But honestly, I’m not sure if I’d be willing to sacrifice equipment performance. That’s a tough one."

"I think that sustainable products are the future of every industry. I’m proud of guys like Danny Hess and surfing in general for lead- ing the way in this movement."

"Sure, they’re probably good for the environment, but I’d rather stick with foam and polyester resin boards. A high performance board is way more important to me ‘cause it enables me to surf better."

"When God gave mankind dominion, that didn’t mean rape and pillage. We’re called to be stewards, tending the garden to increase its beauty and fruitfulness. The beauty of surfing is marred by a toxic manufacturing process."