Venture Boldly
I am a passionate Duke Kahanamoku enthusiast dedicated to preserving the legacy of the father of modern surfing. From vintage ephemera and rare collectibles to his Olympic gold medals and Hawaiian roots — I blog everything I discover, read and collect about this waterman legend. Join me on this extraordinary journey through surf history, Hawaiian culture and the remarkable life of Duke Paoa Kahanamoku.
I just completed a Bowflex workout when the legendary Duke Kahanamoku suddenly came to mind! In a flash, I cleaned up and settled in front of my computer, ready to unwind before dinner. What was on my mind? Poi—the delightful dish that Duke cherished above all others. He would sprinkle it on everything he could … Read more
Welcome to my third blog post about Duke Kahanamoku—surfing legend, Olympic hero, and Hawaiian treasure! As a newbie blogger, I didn’t expect to dive so deep and so fast into the digital ocean of Duke’s life. One of the puzzles I faced was uncovering the adventures of Duke beyond his Olympic glory days. Sure, there … Read more
About a month ago, I discovered a Surfer Magazine featuring Duke Kahanamoku as the “Surfer of the Century.” Intrigued, I browsed for additional copies of the magazine, but they are quite expensive, with this particular issue priced at $20.00. I reached out to the seller with a few questions; although it took her a few … Read more
