The News, Culture and Practice of Sailing woodenboats
in Australia, New Zealand & The South Pacific.
“Social” Clymer & the 2nd Abbotsford Port Neptune Sea Scouts
The Australian surf boat evolved. The first real one that came—we have these old pictures of the Sly Brother of Manly. But they weren't real surf boats, they were fishing boats. The first real surf boat that came to Australia was designed on a Norwegian lifesaving boat.
Telling Hawaii’s Stories, One Hand-Carved Surfboard at a Time
Half a dozen finished boards rested against a wall, their lacquer shimmering in the morning light, but what immediately caught the eye were the intricate patterns embedded in their facades.
SAVAGE WATERS
Regular readers may have noticed that here at SWS our interest in Wharram Catamarans has morphed into a minor obsession over the last year or so. Well how could we not sit up and notice this surfing adventure film released today in the UK.
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