Growing up, Mystic was the brand that ignited Oswald Smith’s passion for sports. Now, he has come full circle with the launch of the Wild Rose Collection. This limited-edition line combines high-performance gear with Oswald’s personal journey. Curious about the meaning behind it? Read all about it here!

Growing up as a grom, all I wanted to do was kite, surf, and spend every moment immersed in the water. Mystic wasn’t just a brand back then—it was the brand. I’d watch their products traverse beaches and kite spots, woven into the fabric of our community. To be part of such an enigmatic company has always been a dream, but the idea of creating a signature line? That felt too far to fathom. Yet here I am, and The Wild Rose was born.

Working with Mysticboarding has been nothing short of empowering. It’s one thing to ride for a brand, but to have my ideas and concepts heard? That’s something else entirely. The Wild Rose isn’t just a product line; it’s a story—a reflection of who I am and how I see the world.

The concept didn’t just appear out of thin air. In many ways, it feels like an extension of me. Philosophically, I see every person as a rose waiting to flourish. Think about what a rose represents: death, love, romance, beauty, desire, new beginnings—it symbolizes everything, even when those meanings contradict each other.

That’s what makes it so powerful. A rose embraces it all—the perfect metaphor for humanity. To truly bloom into our higher selves, we must accept every part of who we are, even our flaws. Each petal plays a role, and none should overpower the other. Simple, really.

But enough of the philosophy. What’s been so special about this journey is creating a product that serves a purpose for kitesurfers while carrying a deeper meaning. With Mystic, we brought The Wild Rose concept to life in a badass harness, board shorts, and t-shirts—each part of a limited artist collection.

The board shorts, in particular, hold something deeply personal to me. Inside them, you’ll find a love poem I wrote myself—a piece of my heart I wanted to share with the world. The poem speaks to the essence of love: that it should be like an ember, burning bright and steady. Don’t settle for anything less.

This is more than gear. It’s about pushing boundaries and crafting something from the heart. Every piece in this collection has meaning and is curated with care and intention.

So there you have it: The Wild Rose. May we all leave rose petals behind

 

By Oswald Smith

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