"Mike and I have worked on a few collaborative projects together over the years, and through them we identified mutual visions for a brand that existed for the right reasons and had a core belief where environmentally responsible production is key." says Eales. "Mike ran a bag manufacturing company, which solely used upcycled yacht sail cloth as the material. With the creative direction I bring to the table and the combination of both our business knowledge, we envisioned a brand that appealed to a broader market. The idea of Sealand was born early 2015." Photo 2 of 8 in Salvaged Outdoor Gear Gets New Life, Thanks to a Surfer-Designer Duo by Design Indaba

Salvaged Outdoor Gear Gets New Life, Thanks to a Surfer-Designer Duo

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"Mike and I have worked on a few collaborative projects together over the years, and through them we identified mutual visions for a brand that existed for the right reasons and had a core belief where environmentally responsible production is key." says Eales. "Mike ran a bag manufacturing company, which solely used upcycled yacht sail cloth as the material. With the creative direction I bring to the table and the combination of both our business knowledge, we envisioned a brand that appealed to a broader market. The idea of Sealand was born early 2015."