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Board Retailers Association
CARV EXPO PARTNER
The Board Retailers Association (BRA) is a nonprofit that helps independent specialty retailers that promote and embrace surf, skate, snow, SUP, swim, outdoor adventures, or similar lifestyles to survive and thrive. They do this by providing valuable resources, educational programming, and solid, fully vetted business and brand connections that keep board specialty retailers competitive and profitable.
of CARV Expo attendees play a role in the purchasing process.
Buyers come from 27 states, with California and Hawaii leading the way.
Surf and skate shops, apparel and accessories retailers, footwear stores, and outdoor gear buyers lead CARV Expo retailers.
One in three CARV Expo buyers has multiple storefronts.
2026 Registration and attendee information will launch on Monday, November 3rd!
Why Brands Choose CARV Expo
It's not just another trade show. It's where the West Coast comes together.
Authenticity at the Core
Only brands that genuinely live and breathe action sports and coastal outdoor culture belong on our floor. This selectivity protects the integrity of the show and ensures you're connecting with serious buyers—independent retailers who value authenticity.
Smart Location, Transparent Pricing
San Diego is the heart of surf and skate manufacturing—making it the natural gathering place for this industry. Straightforward booth pricing with no hidden fees means participation is accessible for heritage brands and emerging innovators alike.
More Than a Marketplace
Connect with retailers, meet fellow brands, and be part of the conversations shaping this industry. From panels to post-show gatherings, CARV creates space where relationships matter as much as orders. It feels like community, performs like a trade show.
With Finisterre's continued expansion in North America, CARV provided the perfect platform to showcase our brand and connect with retailers. The surf community came together in a way that felt authentic and meaningful. Excited to be back in 2026.
Colin Anderson
Finisterre
CARV was a great show for us! We were able to meet with key retailers from both in and outside of Southern California, grow our account base, and add categories to current accounts.
Aaron Griffiths
Rusty
CARV provided the platform for our brands to connect face-to-face with many leading specialty retailers at a very important time for our industry. Great energy, productive outcomes, and a tailwind towards the success of our Spring/Summer '26 seasonal launch.
Dylan Slater
Outerknown
May 14-15, 2026 // San Diego Convention Center // San Diego, CA
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