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Ever cold-called a surfboard designer? Just dialled the number and got him on the fourth buzz? Then had him explain the ideas behind the boards he’s currently making and where he’s coming from as a designer, all in 30 seconds flat? Of course you haven’t! That’s ASL’s job, and in the following pages, that’s just what you’ll get: 35 of our fair nation’s best board manufacturers giving you the short-cut to their boards and thoughts. Hurray! ASL’S AL MIGHTY BOAR D B I B L E 0 7 5
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showcase Boards for All Occasions Bruce Montgomery
Started shaping boards at Yallingup in 1976. Mainly shaping shortboards, fishes and mals. Has had a few State champs riding both shortboards and mals. Trying to make boards as fast and manoeuvrable, as possible, doing a lot of quads with concave vees that are going amazing. Started making epoxy boards a couple of years ago and now they have become about 90% of production; their lightness/strength and performance is certainly a winner.
Swallowtail fish 6’2” x 21” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN 2-6ft beachies and reef breaks, with a flat bottom to single concave through to tail fin with a slight vee in tail.
BEST IN Anything up to 4ft, flat bottom to heavy concave vee through the tail.
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Black Feather 6’4” x 18 1/2” x 2 1/4”
BEST IN Can be ridden fast and vertically in good and bad surf.
BEST IN A thruster for everyday surf and everyday surfers with the design features of a pro-model.
BEST FOR Intended for someone who wants to ride fast and vertically with the feel of a fish. Can be ridden as a thruster or a twin-fin.
thruster 6’4” x 19 1/4” x 2 3/8”
BEST FOR The bigger or more mature surfer who wants a fast and responsive board.
F1-11 6’2” x 21” x 2 5/8”
BEST FOR Anyone who wants to have a lot of fun from the learner to the advanced surfer. Can be surfed as either a twinny or a quad.
Ron Wade
Ron started shaping in 1964 at Dale Surfboards when the average-size board was between 9’0” to 10’6” and as the years rolled on so did the progression of smaller boards. In 1967 Ron created his own brand and over the years had many of Australia’s top surfers on his team. Ron’s experience and dedication to detail is evident in his shapes today.
BEST FOR Intended for someone who wants to ride a performance shortboard.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions ZAK SURFBOARDS
Ken Reimers is the designer of the Zak Surfboards stock range. His background in the surf industry spans 30 years of shaping for companies like Trigger Brothers, Nev Future Shapes, Kirra Surf, Pipedream, Webber, DHD, Dahlberg, J.S., Smac Japan.
Bazooka 6’10” x 19” x 2 1/2”
Twin-Jet 6’1” x 20 3/4” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN Drive, flow and control in 6ft+ barrels at home or Indo.
BEST IN No retro! This is tech for maximum performance in 2-4ft surf.
BEST FOR 80kg+ skilled surfer looking to dominate when it’s serious.
The Fish 5’6” x 19 1/2” x 2 3/8”
The Bomber 6’4” x 20” x 2 5/8”
BEST IN Works well in 1-4ft surf.
BEST IN The design is for fun surf up to 6ft.
BEST FOR The fish is fun to ride for all. The amount of volume through the board makes it a dream to paddle, flat into vee makes it responsive and loose.
BEST FOR 80 to 85kg average-ability surfer.
BEST FOR 75kg+ surfer seeking speed and cutting-edge performance.
JOSH DOWLING
Influential in the development of Firewire prototypes, Josh combines 25yrs shaping and epoxy construction refinement to bring you Composite Sandwich Parabolic Rail tech in CUSTOM shapes. Stronger, lighter and hand-built in Australia. Contact Josh and get communication, not a questionnaire!
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showcase Boards for All Occasions RM Shapes
Being arguably one of NSW’s most experienced shapers, Rex Marechal specialises in virtually all types of crafts from fat and short to stuff for extreme conditions and everything in between. RMS has a full range that can suit any type of surfer.
The Tweaker 6’2” x 18 1/2” x 2 5/16”
V4 Model 5’10” x 19 1/2” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN 2-6ft vertical pockets.
BEST IN 1-3ft mush to juice.
BEST FOR Made for team rider Dane Atcheson. Goes for intermediate to professional.
BEST FOR Super-quick turns and drivey for novice to professional.
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NR2 Model 6’1” x 18 1/2” x 2 1/4”
TRI THIS MODEL 5’10” x 20 x 2 1/2”
BEST IN 2-6ft. All conditions.
BEST IN 2-4ft.
BEST FOR As our most popular model it works for intermediate to pro.
BEST FOR Anyone who doesn’t want to ride a longboard and wants to go fast in crap.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions Dylan Longbottom
One of the most highly regarded professional freesurfers in Australia, Dylan is known for amazing big-wave antics. His talents aren’t just limited to charging Shipsterns or Tahitian bombs. He is also not afraid of busting big airs. With experience in all situations, Dylan has combined his knowledge of surfing with the art of surfboard shaping to produce boards to ride beach breaks all the way to riding on mountains. Photo: Jones/Stryker
Dylan Signature Model
6’1” x 18 1/2” x 2 3/8”
Mothership 9’0” x 30” x 4 1/4”
Mothership 10’6” x 32” x 4 3/4”
BEST IN Ideal for flat water and fun in the surf. Includes our carry handle for carrying ease.
BEST IN Ideal for flat water and fun in the surf. Includes our carry handle for carrying ease.
BEST FOR Tested by one of Australia’s top SUP surfers as well as kids from 7-18 years old, with astonishing results. The 9’0” performance SUP is designed for the lighter paddler below 70kgs.
BEST FOR Tested by one of Australia’s top SUP surfers as well as kids from 7-18 years old, with astonishing results. The 10’6” SUP is designed for family use, from beginner to intermetiate.
Dylan Summa Board
5’8” x 19 1/4” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN Performance board to make the most of good to excellent waves. A medium rocker amd broader plan shape making it fast yet loose.
BEST IN Super fun board for those small summer days. Easy to paddle along with a plan shape that suits tiny waves.
BEST FOR Surfers weighing between 70 and 85 kg.
BEST FOR Suits all types of surfers.
G BOARDS
Born and bred in Torquay, Gboards started making a soft surfboard range for the learnto-surf market. Today Gboards make over 17 different highdensity polyethylene models of surfboards, paddle boards and tow/rescue sleds. The aim of the company is to make high-quality, safe boards that are easy to maintain and very durable.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions JASON RODD
Working closely with his team and spending countless hours experimenting with his newest innovations, Jason Rodd has refined all his board models to perform! Whether it’s JR’s newest 201 epoxy range, or the latest in performance fish models, there’s a blank in the shaping bay with your name on it!
Choad Quad Fin 5’6” x 20 1/2” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN 3-6ft waves will show this board’s full potential. The “201” is available in all sizes.
BEST IN “Fast and fun”, the Choad shows its uniqueness in small surf.
BEST FOR Custom built to suit all frothers, latest in JR innovations.
Domino Pro Series 6’1” x 18 3/8” x 2 1/4”
Fly Fish 5’10” x 19 1/4” x 2 3/8”
BEST IN This pro model will perform best in 3-6ft waves.
BEST IN Specifically designed for smaller, mushy waves.
BEST FOR Designed for Shaun Cansdell and Kieren Perrow, suited best to relentless surfers!
BEST FOR Those who refuse to take “no swell” for an excuse.
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201 Epoxy rangE 6’1” x 18 3/8” x 2 1/4”
BEST FOR Best ridden when hungover. Little effort needed for this board to fly!
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showcase Boards for All Occasions DIVERSE
Diverse Shaped Surfboards = Different. Why? We make boards for fun and want you to enjoy them as well. Whatever your idea of fun on a surfboard is… We make them and make them to last. The only company with a 50% guaranteed trade-in for 12 months!
Magic Mullet Fish 6’1” x 20” x 2 1/2”
Josh Kerr Team model 5’11” x 18” x 2 1/4”
The Project 6’2” x 18 1/2” x 2 1/4”
BEST IN Beachies and small point breaks like D-Bah and Snapper.
BEST IN The Project is our highperformance board influenced by our team riders.
BEST FOR For the grom who wants to surf progressively.
Style Commander 6’4” x 22” x 2 5/8”
(32.4L)
(42.5L)
BEST IN Everyday surf at 1-4ft. Offshore, onshore, hollow or fat waves!
BEST IN Fun conditions from beachies to points at home, Bali and beyond.
BEST FOR Everyone. Shaped from 5’4”7’10”, the better you are the smaller you ride.
BEST FOR Thrillseekers looking for fun and function. Or a crowd dominator!
BEST FOR Built for all types of surfers of all levels.
Aido Wheeler
Aido has been shaping for Rusty for 10 years for elite athletes all around the globe. He was voted 3rd in the top 10 shapers under 35 this year (globally). He catches up with Rusty every year in the US and Hawaii to fine tune and create craft for all levels of surfers.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions Fat Bullet (quad) 6’0” x 20 1/2” x 2 9/16”
Steve Del Rosso
Steve has been shaping surfboards for over 15 years, starting his own label ‘Frenzy’ in the North West of W.A in 1990, before taking over the Clearwater label in 1996. Other labels Steve has shaped for include Hawaiian Island Creations (HIC), Brothers Nielsen and various other highprofile surfboard labels.
BEST IN 2-5ft beach or reef, it will handle it. An explosive and versatile fish with plenty of paddle and vertical capacity. The fat bullet is your ultimate summer ammunition. BEST FOR Beginner to expert looking for paddle, speed and performance.
round nose fish 5’10” x 19 7/8” x 2 1/4”
Swordfish 6’4” x 21 5/8” x 2 3/4”
BEST IN Designed for small waves from 1-4ft, it is fast, easy paddling, responsive and loose in the tail for freedom in small waves.
BEST IN Designed for maximum performance in small surf for the bigger surfer. It has increased volume in both thickness and surface area, with a wide swallowtail making it noticeably looser than a standard shortboard.
BEST FOR Made for surfers looking to make the most out of smaller, fatter waves, while still maintaining speed and drive through turns. AS L’S ALMIG H T Y B OA R D B I B LE 0 8 2
BEST FOR Ideal for bigger surfers who want to loosen up their surfing.
Murray bourton
Murray first picked up a planer back in 1970. Due to Murray’s embracement of the computer shaping programs his passion to innovate has soared. Drawing from past and present his new hybrid designs have inspired many who have lost patience with the thruster’s status quo.
Round Tail Quad
(Troy Brooks - Mach II)
5’10” x 19” x 2 1/4”
BEST IN 2-4ft good or bad surf. Shorter and wider, for tighter arcs in smaller waves. A fast and loose quad for powerful surfing in weak to good waves. BEST FOR Experienced surfer wanting to surf with power in no power.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions OutheBack Surfboards Established in 2005, Outheback Surfboards specialises in “Hand Made” epoxy surfboards. All boards are completely hand shaped, no “moulds” or “pop outs”, with genuine timber stringers and high-gloss epoxy finish. Better flotation with more strength and durability.
All-Rounder 6’4” x 18 3/4” x 2 3/8”
SW 15 5’10” x 19 3/8” x 2 3/8”
BEST IN A wide variety of conditions. 2-8ft. A real all-rounder.
BEST IN Smaller or fatter waves or generally underpowered conditions.
BEST FOR 75 kg guy who wants a solid allround performance board.
Dart 6’0” x 20 1/2” x 2 3/8”
Flying Disc 6’8” x 20” x 2 3/8”
BEST IN An all-rounder, 2-6ft beachies to hollow point breaks.
BEST IN 2-8ft point or reef breaks with long return paddles.
BEST FOR Suits an intermediate to advanced rider seeking better flotation.
BEST FOR Suits larger, intermediate to advanced rider wanting speed and manoeuvrability.
BEST FOR A 65-75 kg plus guy who wants to have fun when his normal shortboard can’t get going.
Xanadu
Surf, Travel and Shape – Going around the world shaping for pros and the locals on four continents, Stuart Smith has been shaping for 25+ years!
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showcase Boards for All Occasions Robbie Page
Cream is born and bred in the heart and soul of surfing. The boys who helped make this surfing mecca are taking a piece back for themselves and they’re calling it Cream Surfing.
Owen Model 6’2” x 18 1/2” x 2 3/8”
Eighty8 Quad 6’4” x 18 1/2” x 2 1/4”
BEST IN The Owen signature model performs best as an all-rounder board for 2-4ft waves.
BEST IN This model is best in super-small to head-high days; the wide planshape creates extra flotation and drive in typical summer conditions.
BEST FOR Best for the surfer after a performance shortboard. Intermediate to advanced-level surfers will enjoy riding this board in a variety of conditions.
RPS 2009 6’2” x 18 5/8” x 2 3/8”
Mid-range Pipe GUN 7’4” x 18 1/4” x 2 7/16”
BEST IN 2-5ft. All-rounder.
BEST IN Tested and loved Pipe, Mundaka and Hossegor barrels.
BEST FOR 65-85kg high-performance surfer looking for a sensitive rail.
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BEST FOR 65-85kg surfer who wants to ride the pit!
Laurie Byrne
Owen Wright is perhaps the most dynamic young surfer in the world today. His boards reflect his new wave aerial approach to surfing. Laurie Byrne has been working closely with him on his designs. His boards have a full concave bottom through a gently increasing bottom curve. Rails are very soft forward, but quite blocky and hard about the tail that is quite round in outline.
BEST FOR Surfers wanting to have more fun on smaller days, this model is the loosest, most fun board on the market!
Wade TOKORO
Our mission at Tokoro Surfboards is to be on the cutting edge of surfboard design and to provide surfers of different levels with the best possible equipment. We use the best materials and highly trained craftsmen to build quality surfboards. We strive to create a surfing experience that is exhilarating for the beginner to the professional.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions DMS
Through working with the most innovative shapers around the globe, DMS has developed over 30 models, catering to all aspects of a surfer’s quiver. From highperformance shortboards and guns, a vast hybrid range, classic twinnies and single fins, as well as longboards and SUPS.
Panther 6’1” x 18 5/8” x 2 5/16”
Panda 5’7” x 18 3/8” x 2 1/4”
BEST IN Performs well in all conditions; a great all-rounder.
BEST IN Performs well from one-foot beachies to overhead conditions.
BEST FOR Intermediate to experienced surfers who surf powerfully and in the pocket.
BEST FOR A surfer that wants a board that has control and speed.
THE ONE 6’0” x 19 1/4” x 2 1/2”
THE PULSE/fatburner 6’0” x 19 3/4” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN The ONE is for all wave types from 2-5ft.
BEST IN The pulse is for 2-4ft waves of all conditions.
BEST FOR The ONE is for all surfers.
BEST FOR The Pulse is for learners getting better, longboarders wanting to turn, and shortboarders who are getting old, tired or unfit.
Greg WEBBER
I like making two or more big changes at the same time so that performance jumps are possible. Then I try to inject some of the consequences of that new knowledge into all of the models that I do.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions BEN Wallbridge
We keep things simple. We make and fix all types of surfcraft. I enjoy shaping, so we have made surfboards, guns, malibus, tow/ kite/wake boards, kneeboards, paddle/nipper boards and sups. Experimenting with different designs and materials contributes to us making the best surfboard so you the customer get the ultimate thrill!
Jetty Jumper 6’2’’ x 20 1/2’’ x 2 1/2’’
Performance All-Rounder
BEST IN The Jetty Jumper is our best allround model. This is due to the time spent on fin postions. 1-5ft waves.
BEST IN Everyone wants a board to do everything from 2-6ft and this is it. Looks like high performance, but has hidden volume where you need it.
BEST FOR The person who wants to free up their surfing as it gives you time to set up moves. Available any size or construction. AS L’S ALMIG H T Y B OA R D B I B LE 0 8 6
6’4” x 19 3/4” x 2 3/8”
BEST FOR Suited to anyone as a all-rounder, but will work also when surf is pumping and you think you are surfing like Kelly.
Jack KNIGHT 6’8” x 20 1/2” x 2 5/8”
Jack KNIGHT 6’2” x 18 3/4” x 2 1/4”
BEST IN Quad option from 1-4ft, Thruster option from 2-5ft.
BEST IN Quad option from 1-4ft, Thruster option from 2-5ft.
BEST FOR The surfer who is surfing less, but still wants to rip.
BEST FOR The high-performance surfer.
JACK KNIGHT
Started shaping in ’69 at Brookvale under the guidance of Neal Purchase at Keyo Surfboards. Has shaped for Barry Bennet, Freeline, Fluid Foils and Jim Pollard. Moved to the Central Coast in ’80 and shaped for Glen Winton where they developed the quad fin. Moved to the Gold Coast in ’91 and is still making 100% handshaped boards. Has huge experience shaping quads and is thus his most in-demand shape.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions Watercooled Surflite Flying Fish Hellfish
John Milne, at 98kgs, aims his boards at the bigger units, but Hellfish fits boards to surfers of all shapes and sizes, from 5’4” pocket rockets to 12’ SUP customs. Hellfish are using Innegra, the new ballistic fibre making boards stronger all over again.
BLUE FISH 7’6” x 22” x 2 3/4”
Quad Fish 5’10” x 21” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN Cruisin’ on a clean 2ft day to head-high Tea Tree.
BEST IN Will take you from 2ft wind slop to double-overhead Straddy – teamrider board.
BEST FOR The bigger unit 95kgs + or those looking to come down from the longboard to transition to the shortboard.
BEST FOR 75+ kgs looking for a shorter, quick board for small days, but with speed to burn as it gets bigger.
Surftech MR Spitfire
6’3” x 20 1/2” x 2 3/8”
6’0” x 19 1/4” x 2 3/8”
BEST IN 1-4ft waves.
BEST IN 2-6ft waves.
BEST FOR Recommended for anyone.
BEST FOR Recommended for anyone.
WATERCOOLED
Since 1975 Watercooled’s aim has been to make better, stronger and lighter surfboards, ultimately resulting in improved performance for the surfer. Watercooled surfboards are constructed using three separate construction methods from the traditional custom construction through to the E-Lite and Surflite constructions.
MARK RICHARDS
Mark Richards needs no introduction. The four-time world champion’s name has been synonymous with professional surfing since he won his first title in 1979. Throughout his career Mark has focused on shaping boards, and the Spitfire is sure to excite surfers looking for a new board that has the stamp of one of the greatest surfer/shapers of all time.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions GUNTHER ROHN
Gunther is a world-renowned shaper. Very experienced. Has a comprehensive range to choose from. “Knowing and understanding the relationship between the dimensions of a board is very important. The board must be balanced to perform.” Started shaping in Rep South Arfica 1972. Over 40,000 boards . Shapes boards for the world’s best surfers.
Lewy 5’8”
BEST IN 1-4ft; any conditions.
BEST IN 1-5ft; any conditions – will not slide out.
BEST FOR Very easy to ride. Everyone from intermediate to high-performance surfers.
Popsicool 5’4” x 20” x 2 5/8”
Pancho Carver 6’4” x 19” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN Made to enjoy poor surf up to head high.
BEST IN Average to good surf beach or reef.
BEST FOR Average surfers around 70 kgs.
BEST FOR All surfers above 80 kgs. Designed for larger surfers.
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Stubbie 5’10” x 18 3/8” x 2 1/8”
WAYNE LOWEN
Based in Miami on the Gold Coast, Wayne Lowen’s boards have a solid following, impressing all who ride them with their stunning acceleration, manoeuvrability and easiness to ride. Wayne honed his craft under the eye of the legendary Bob Davie – mentor to both Alan Byrne and Rod Dahlberg. He has since had extended stints with Byrning Spears, Phantom (Chris Garrett) and Mt Woodgee of Australia.
BEST FOR A semi fish for intermediate to high-performance power surfers.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions Redback
No longer just trainer boards, we have pushed the boundaries of technology to expand our range of soft boards to include performance-orientated boards that combine great buoyancy with high-performance responsivenes.
6’6” Flying Fish
BEST IN Performance-oriented softboard for smaller, fun waves. BEST FOR Those wishing to make the most out of smaller conditions while reaping the benefits of having soft foam under their feet.
Twin Fish 6’0” x 20 1/2” x 2 5/8”
’80s Thruster 6’4” x 18 1/2” x 2 1/4”
BEST IN Makes the most of the grovellers.
BEST IN A fun and forgiving small-medium wave shortboard that can still be used to enjoy a more powerful surf session.
BEST FOR Lots of volume with a fast and skatey rocker and bottom shape makes this perfect for surfers trying to get maximum enjoyment out of ankle-high to head-high waves.
BEST FOR Bigger guys for an easy riding session. Also a perfect transition board for those looking to come down to a shortboard.
6’0” stringer
BEST IN A softboard with fibreglass-like handling, this board can be taken and surfed beyond the normal preconceptions of a softboard. BEST FOR A lighter board with thinner rounded rails and less volume means that it is ideal for surfers wanting to perform like they would on a fibreglass board while enjoying the safety benefits of a soft-foam surfboard.
BLACK ROCK
Goodtime has been the Soul of surfing since 1971. Brian (Furry) Austen handshaping at Kirra, working with Michael Peterson, Peter Townend, Bob McTavish and other soul surfers. We began with one thought, that having a Goodtime is; “What surfing is all about.” We continue to develop and grow with our team using and designing our boards. ASL’S AL MIGHTY BOAR D B I B L E 0 8 9
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showcase Boards for All Occasions DIVISION
I (Peter Daniell) started shaping when short single fins where around, then twinnies, then quads, then tris, now some 10,000 hand-shaped boards later it’s a mixture of all four designs, so I know where things came from and the mix of what’s now! I love it. Our customers can be as creative as they like!
Super Quad 5’9” x 20” x 2 1/2”
BEST IN 2- 6ft, under all types of conditions, beach-break waves to long point waves.
BEST IN 1-4ft but can surf up to 6ft, small beachies.
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High-Performance 6’6” x 18 1/2” x 2 3/8”
BEST IN Small, full waves lacking power for drive through open-faced carves and full sections.
BEST IN Down-the-line, hollow waves – Gold Coast points, Indo reefs, etc.
BEST FOR Speed through turns and forgiving lines in full surf – a perfect allrounder for the beginner.
Allrounder 6’1” x 18 1/2” x 2 1/4”
BEST FOR Intermediate to advanced surfer.
ALL-ROUNDER 6’2” x 18 1/2” x 2 3/8”
BEST FOR Intermediate to advanced surfer.
GANGSTA SURFBOARDS Glen “Pugs” Johnson has been shaping surfboards for 20 years. His exclusive knowledge of travelling and surfing the world has been a major factor to his design and development of Gangsta surfboards. Our exclusive and original spray is only available through Gangsta Surf and you won’t find it anywhere else in the world.
BEST FOR Surfers wanting to perform hard and fast carves in hollow sections and speed through barrels.
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Craig Heath
Big Bloke Shredder 6’ 4” x 19 1/4” x 3”
Fly Weight Hotdogger
BEST IN Fast channel-bottom all-rounder.
BEST IN High-performance board for fun small waves.
BEST FOR Suited to a solid shredder 90kg.
(Glyndyn Ringrose Shape)
BEST IN Smaller beachies or your favourite break up to about 5ft
BEST IN All-round board for all types of waves and conditions.
BEST FOR People that just want to have fun when the waves lack.
BEST FOR Bigger or older surfers. Performance with paddle power and buoyancy.
6’2” x 20” x 2 1/4”
Craig has spent 30 years surfing. He shaped his first board in his mum’s garage 20 years ago. Core Surfboards was registered in 1999.
6’2” x 19 1/4” x 2 3/8” BEST FOR Suited to a competent surfer 65-75 kg.
BIG boy
(Greg Hogan Shape)
6’6” x 19 1/2” x 2 1/2”
glyndyn ringrose
With 40 years in the business, Island still prides itself on creating hand-made, quality custom boards for surfers of all abilities and boards for all wave conditions. Hand-shaped boards by ex-WCT surfer Glyndyn Ringrose, Greg Hogan and Terry Klemm.
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Paul specialises in custom shapes for all sizes and conditions, with boards being sent and surfed Australia wide.
Round Pin Single Fin Swallow Tail Thruster 6’4” x 19 1/2” x 2 1/2” 6’3” x 18 3/8” x 2 1/4” BEST IN Variable quality waves up to 5ft, good for smooth, drivey, controlled surfing. Still very fast and responsive. Excellent for tuberiding.
BEST IN Good-quality waves with lots of grunt, but should be versatile enough to surf the odd bit of junk if needed.
BEST FOR Someone looking for a new challenge and interested in an alternative approach to their surfing. This board surfs really well.
BEST FOR Someone looking for a highperformance board designed for powerful surfing in powerful waves.
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Torpedo 5’9” x 19 3/4” x 2 1/4”
Double Shot 5’5” x 20 3/8” x 2 1/4”
BEST IN Anything under 6ft.
BEST IN Anything up to 5ft.
BEST FOR This board is good for everyone, it’s easy to surf.
BEST FOR This is a high-performance fish and is more suitable for an experienced surfer.
WEAPON
Marcus Gray has been in the industry for nearly 10 years. He has worked with the likes of Sarner, Shane Green Surfboards and Sam Egan. With this multitude of craftsmanship Marcus began Weapon Surfboards three years ago. Marcus has a passion for progressive waveriding with an old school twist. Works closely with his team and customers to design and construct the ultimate weapn.
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showcase Boards for All Occasions STUART
Stuart Smith has been shaping on the Gold Coast for 25 years. A huge amount of boards under the bridge, still surfing every day, and has a deep passion for shaping. Wouldn’t trade it for all the tea in China!
FX2 5’11” x 19 1/4” x 2 3/8”
HPX 1 6’3” x 18 3/4” x 2 3/8”
BEST IN Beachies, points, reefs, the works 2-6ft.
BEST IN Beachies, points, reefs in the 2-6ft range.
BEST FOR 60-70kg guy who wants to get it on the rail or in the air. The extra width is great for paddling and smaller conditions.
BEST FOR 65-75kg guy who wants to rip.
Fluid 6’ x 20 3/4” x 2 1/4”
Core 6’ x 20 3/4” x 2 3/4”
BEST IN Small to fun-size beachies and points.
BEST IN Small to fun-size beachies and points.
BEST FOR The Elnino Fluid is fun for everyone, beginners through to advanced surfers.
BEST FOR The Elnino core is built for strength. With a double stringer and extra thickness, this board is easy paddling fun.
ElNino
Elnino is an iconic Australian brand for softboards. Elnino are performance-based softboards that everyone can enjoy, from a begginer, to an experienced surfer looking for fun.
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