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Financial Resources 

2026 Kona Low Flood on Oahu, HI

Salvation Army at Waialua District Park  Sunday - Thursday 10-6. $100 Gift Certificate, Gift cards to Longs, Walmart, Foodland, Emergency Housing, free hotels, free meals, free household goods, etc. To avoid waiting in line, you can schedule an appointment on the call line (808) 841-5565. 

 Salvation Army at Camp Homelani - $400 Gift Certificate,Call or text 808-841-5565 make an appt at Camp Homelani and they'll give you gift cards for Walmart, Safeway and/or Foodland if you were affected by the floods. Have pic of damages and your ID. Free carwash during your appt.

More Financial Assistance Resources

Community Assistance Center at Waialua District Park: Sunday - Thursday 10-6  (may end on Thursday). Must go in person, no transportation, limited parking. Click the link to learn more about the services they are offering. 

Kohola Fins & Foils

What Makes Us Different

Innovation    Environmental Stewardship    Research Proven

Kohola Flow Tech creates surf fins and foils inspired by the extraordinary design of the flippers of the humpback whale—where beauty, efficiency, and control are displayed with unmistakable intention in God’s creation.

By drawing from those design principles, we create surf fins and foils that are distinctly engineered, thoroughly research proven, and engineered to deliver exceptional performance. The result is a product that uses less material while maintaining the strength, responsiveness, and feel discerning surfers and foilers expect.

Everything we make is guided by a simple mission:

To share the joy of surfing and foiling through unique and proven designs, all for the glory of God.

Rooted in Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, Kohola Flow Tech is committed to craftsmanship, customer care, responsible stewardship, and American manufacturing.

To God be the glory!

Here’s an even more elevated version:

What Makes Us Different

Kohola Flow Tech creates surf fins inspired by the extraordinary flippers of the humpback whale—where beauty, efficiency, and control are displayed with unmistakable intention in God’s creation.

The result is a collection of fins that are refined in design, proven in performance, and crafted with a deep respect for both form and function. Engineered to deliver exceptional results in the surf and in the lab, our fins often achieve more with less material—reflecting a thoughtful approach to performance, stewardship, and craftsmanship.

At the heart of Kohola Flow Tech is a clear purpose:

To share the joy of surfing through unique and proven designs, all for the glory of God.

Core Values

 

Customer Satisfaction

Whether you choose one of our standard designs or work with us on a custom model, we are committed to providing a product you can trust and service you can feel good about.

Proven Products

Kohola fins were designed and tested on Oahu’s North Shore, one of the world’s great proving grounds for surfing. Our products are inspired by creation, but they are also backed by real-world testing and measurable results.

Environmental Stewardship

Our fins are designed for efficiency, using less material while maintaining excellent performance. We also use durable, recyclable materials and minimal packaging as part of our effort to reduce waste and practice responsible stewardship.

Giving Back

We believe what God gives us should be used for good. That is why a portion of our proceeds supports organizations that serve others and make a meaningful difference.

Made in the USA

We are proud to make our products in the USA and support American workers and craftsmanship.

To God Be the Glory

“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” — 1 Corinthians 10:31

At Kohola Flow Tech, that verse reflects the heart behind everything we do.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What makes us different

At Kohola Flow Tech, our goal is to start small and let the Lord lead! Our mission is to share the joy of surfing through unique and proven designs, all for the glory of God. We serve our clients by providing unique products with proven results in both the surf and the lab. Like most surfers, we are committed to minimizing our environmental impact. We do this by using minimal packaging and manufacturing techniques that use only the amount of material needed for the fin. Our fins also use less material with equal or better performance than fins of similar size. We do this with a passion driven by our core values and centered on our philosophy of Truth, Goodness and Beauty.

Core Values

  • Truth, Goodness, and Beauty
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Proven products
  • Environmental stewardship
  • Give back
  • Made in the USA
  • To God be the Glory (TGBTG)

The mission that drives our team is

To share the joy of surfing through unique and proven designs, all for the glory of God. 

Truth, Goodness and Beauty

We live in an era where, more and more, truth is relative, evil is called good, and beauty is despised. 

At Kohola Flow Tech, we understand that enjoying truth, goodness and beauty can get us canceled. As the Psalmist wrote in Psalm 3:6, even though some will set themselves against us, we will fearlessly pursue these ideals.

Customer Satisfaction

Whether purchasing a production design or creating a custom model just for you, we will do what it 

takes to make sure you are satisfied. 

Proven products

Kohola fins were designed and tested on Oahu’s North Shore, known to surfers the world over as “the proving grounds.” Need we say more? Well, yes actually, and you can go to our Flowology page to learn more.

Environmental stewardship

Research shows our fins give similar or better performance while reducing materials up to 30%. 

We also use durable yet recyclable materials. When you purchase from Kohola Flow Tech, you are 

doing your part to disrupt the traditionally not-so-eco-friendly surf industry and take it in a better direction. Our no frills packaging is not there to remind you that you are a scourge and a cause of an imaginary environmental crisis. It’s there because we value the three R’s of reduce, reuse and recycle, and we know happy, rational people do too!

Give back

We can’t take the stuff with us, so rather than hoarding it all, we give. And we encourage you to as 

well. Here are some of the organizations that part of our proceeds will go to:

  • Samaritan’s Purse
  • OUR Rescue
  • Free Burma Rangers

Made in the USA

Not gonna knock other American companies who manufacture their products elsewhere, this is just 

what we chose to do. We are Americans and we want to support our country as much as we can!

To God be the Glory (TGBTG)

“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” (I Cor. 10:31). At Kohola Flow Tech, we like that verse, and we hope you do, too! You will find no greater purpose for your life than giving your all for Jesus! If you don’t know who Jesus is but want to, or you’re just having a bad day, please contact us. We would love to pray for you!

Founder - Dave Shorman

Dave likes to get flowy once in a while too!