Chris Burke

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Today on Quivercast, we sit down with former pro surfer, surf industry veteran, and vintage board collector Chris Burke. Hailing from Western Australia, Chris paints a picture of a coastline that still offers empty, unridden waves—something that feels increasingly rare in today’s surf world. He reflects on his competitive career with honesty, admitting that while he followed the contest path, it was never something he truly loved. At the same time, he was balancing an apprenticeship as a chef, juggling two demanding pursuits before realizing something had to give.

That turning point came when burnout from the kitchen pushed Chris to fully commit to the surf industry. From there, he carved out a path working with a range of surf companies, gaining deep insight into the business side of surfing. Today, his passion remains firmly rooted in wave riding, but it’s also evolved into preserving and revitalizing surf culture. Through acquiring and rebuilding legacy surf brands, Chris is playing an active role in bringing new life to the industry he’s been part of for decades.

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