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This signature T-shirt says it all!

Some boards arrived early.

Would this be a Hynson red fin model???

John Bishop goes over the finer points of one of his classic boards.

Never can have too many fine old boards!

Larry was visibly moved by the number of folks who turned out to pay tribute.

Skip brought a favorite board - and earned a free luau ticket!

Longtime Oceanside surfers and lifeguards, Dennis Tico, Tillman Eakes, Doug Tico are caught in the act of reminiscing.

What a team - Larry and Skip!

Dorian, formerly known as “Tex” in his San Diego days, Paskowitz spent a lot of time signing his book.

John Bishop jots down a few notes about the exceptional boards he brought for the day.

Larry directs a board meeting...

Skip catches up with Pete Swenson.

CSM patron Larry Balma shares a laugh with Skip Frye.

Floyd Smith and Woody Ekstrom catch up on memories.

The Moonlight Beach Ukulele Strummers and Dancers have performed for Old Timers' Day for several years. We are lucky to have them!

Dorian Paskowitz autographed copies of his book, “Surfing and Health.”

Joe Tabler, of surfbooks.com, shows Longboard Grotto's Sam Ryan the Emil Sigler book, “Waterman's Eye.”

We ran out of board racks, so many boards came in!

The search for the oldest board on display goes on...

Skip and friends discuss the board selection.

Larry Gordon is stunned by the size of the turnout!

CSM member Jim Zittel finds a page in “Surfing in San Diego” for Floyd to sign.

Nearly 30 boards were on display!

Skip Frye enjoys the day.

Boardmaker Jim Phillips (green aloha shirt) checks out the board assortment.

Classic boards everywhere...

Doc Paskowitz and Hadji Hein - PB surfers long before Gordon and Smith started up.

CSM board members Tillman Eakes and Daryl Dick coax autographs from Floyd Smith.

A rare vintage bellyboard.

G&S T-shirts were a sell-out!

Shaper Bill Shrosbee enjoys some time with Floyd.

David Paskowitz enjoys the gathering.

Hadji gives Larry some tips on wooden board design.

Family members showed up by the dozens! Seen here are Cody and Dylan Smith, Floyd's grandkids.

Dave Ish tries to wrestle John Bishop's lunch away from him!

Hula dancers provide wonderful ambience.

Backdoor view of the Moonlight Beach Ukulele Strummers and Dancers, who play for Old Timers' Day each year.

Larry's family brought a fabulous display of skate memorabilia as well...

G&S was one of the first surf shops to include a significant skateboard line.

Photographer Tom Keck, center, captures memories.

Two very special partners created a legacy, nearly 50 years ago.

Co-authors of “Surfing in San Diego,” John Elwell (R) and Jane Schmauss share a moment with Windansea legend Woody Ekstrom.

Woody Ekstrom proudly holds up a copy of “Surfing in San Diego,” with co-authors Jane Schmauss and John Elwell. Woody also collaborated on the first book ever compiled on surfing in the San Diego area.

Bobby Challenger Thomas had a hand in more than one G&S classic board shape.

The Challenger catches up on old times with Larry's daughter Deb.

Longtime CSM members Virginia and Ed Thomas were thrilled to have their picture taken with Doc.

Bobby Challenger Thomas and John Bishop survey the boards.

Oceanside surf pioneer and lifeguard Byron Jessup (white shirt) visits with a friend.

Even groms are welcome at Old Timers' Day!

CSM President Daryl Dick, L, helps to unveil the Wade Koniakowsky portraits while Floyd and Larry look on.

“I guess we USED to look as young as that,” quipped Larry.

The pair seem to be pleased with the portraits.

Larry and portrait.

Floyd and portrait.

“You promised I wouldn't have to make a speech!”

Woody Woodworth (standing, center) enjoys the presentation.

The audience enjoyed hearing Larry and Floyd talk about old times.

Hanging on every word...

An early Gordon and Smith decal.

Oceanside Councilmember Esther Sanchez had a great time meeting the surfing legends!

By placing the two portraits together at a certain spot - a new image is created!

Larry Balma brought his old skateboard to share with Gayle, Larry, and Larry's cousin Mike Gordon.

Who hasn't made a skateboard like the one at far left?

Joe Roper proudly displays his prized Pipeline board.

Larry Gordon, Bobby Challenger Thomas, and Floyd Smith know a lot about making boards!

Larry puts his pen to one of his timeless models.

Yes - G&S did it all!