Whale Tales From Montauk + Beyond
Behind The Brand Part III: What's In Store
After seventeen years, the place Jesse still feels most at home is the store. In the final chapter of Behind the Brand, he reflects on why Whalebone has always been more than a place to buy clothes—it's where ideas come to life, conversations happen, and the brand stays connected to the people who wear it.
Behind The Brand Part II: Why We Make What We Make
Behind The Brand Part I : A Love Letter To Surfing
Coastal Detours: Barbados
Mencel Surfboards x Whalebone: In Good Company
Whalebone and Mencel Surfboards came together to shape a small run of custom boards built for the waves we know best. Crafted in Monmouth with Montauk in mind, this collaboration blends shared community, craftsmanship, and a love for the water.
ROOTS: Lee Abney
A look into the life of Newport local Lee Abney—restaurant veteran by day, shadow-chasing photographer by dusk. A true legend of the island.
ROOTS: Cucci Family
Discover the story behind Puff & Putt in Montauk, a family-run mini golf and boat rental spot that’s been a summer staple for nearly 50 years. Meet the Cucci family and learn how four generations keep the tradition alive on Fort Pond.
ROOTS: Luke Leys
Meet Luke Leys—eighth-generation Newporter, firefighter, surfer, and co-founder of Leys and Co. Tents. From family roots in the legendary Newport Tent Co. to launching his own venture, Luke carries on a proud East Coast legacy with grit and style.
ROOTS: Candace Ceslow
Meet Montauk artist Candace Ceslow, whose ocean-inspired paintings capture the calm, wild beauty of the East End. Her studio in town has become a creative haven for layered, intuitive work full of stillness and light.
ROOTS: Pat Havlik
Meet Montauk charter captain Pat Havlik, a local legend behind Momentum Charters. Pat shares his deep connection to the water, the town, and the people who make this place feel like home.
ROOTS: Toppa Sisters
The Toppa Sisters, lifelong Newport locals and twin creatives, share their story of growing up on the island, their deep family roots, and the bond that continues to inspire their work.
