Steve and Barrie Boehne have traveled the world and shared thousands of rides together – but one thrilling moment showing the tandem duo’s stylish moves has now immortalize their place in Dana Point’s rich surf and skate culture.
A life-size, bronze statue showcasing the Boehnes riding a skateboard tandem – Barrie hoisted high above Steve’s head – was unveiled on Wednesday, Oct. 25, during a ceremony that brought together friends, family and fans. The statue, created by artist Bill Limebrook, joins statues of icons Hobie Alter, Joyce Hoffman, Bruce Brown, John Severson, and Phil Edwards are already on display at Watermen’s Plaza.
When the city envisioned Watermen’s Plaza, it was to recognize the watermen and women who made their mark where they lived, worked, innovated and, of course, surfed, in Dana Point, said Mike Frost, the town’s mayor.
“Now, Steve and Barrie are honored with the first, life-sized tandem statue in the nation,” he said.
Frost ticked off a list of the couple’s accolades – more than any tandem team in history – to the large crowd that gathered across from Doheny State Beach on Pacific Coast Highway for the ceremony, including winning the world tandem championship title twice, the US Surfing Championships four times and the prestigious Makaha and France contests each five times.
“That’s a lot of trophies,” Frost said, noting they were also featured on ABC’s “Wide World of Sports” and in Life Magazine.
What also made the Boehnes’ story special was their surf shop, Infinity Surfboards, in business for more than 53 years. The couple moved their operation south from Huntington Beach, landing in Dana Point about 35 years ago.
“I think Barrie and Steve’s career epitomizes the surf culture, the authenticity of Dana Point,” Frost said.
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