Inside CARV Expo: The Brands & Trends Defining Spring 2027
- Evan Shoda
- May 20
- 1 min read
At last week’s San Diego event, brands including Quiksilver, Hurley, Salty Crew, Katin, Jetty, Rusty, and Slowtide joined many others in previewing their Spring 2027 collections at CARV Expo. Returning to San Diego for its second year, CARV Expo continues to gain momentum as a destination for surf, outdoor, and lifestyle brands to showcase upcoming product lines and connect with retailers from across the industry.
During the show, Shop Eat Surf Outdoor spoke with exhibitors to uncover the standout product launches, emerging category trends, and macro shifts shaping the Spring 2027 season. From coastal outdoor crossover styles and technical performance apparel to surf-inspired lifestyle goods and accessories, the roundup captures the innovation and creativity driving the next wave of action sports retail.
The feature also highlights the growing energy surrounding CARV Expo as brands, buyers, and industry professionals come together to discover what’s next for the surf and outdoor market.
Article by Anna Diamond, Shop Eat Surf Outdoor.
