The story of Prickly Pair starts in Costa Rica, a destination for surfers and travelers alike. In Costa Rica, if you're not prepared, you can end up hurt and miss out on the fun to be had, surfing, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors. Founder and creator Jason Barbaria realized that there was a need for a shoe that helped you get ready for such a trip. With the idea in mind, he enrolled his twin brother Anthony to whip up some samples - and Pickly Pair was born.