Collector

Pinched from one of his droppin' knowledge sessions..."This is my Jackson 6'0" round nose, round tail, rolled S deck, flat bottom 'Egg' with 50/50 rails that go down at the tail. Short ... for quickness - thick for buoyant paddling and radical - with low soft rails for power surfing. The photo is of Laurie Byrne shaping this actual board at the Jackson factory in Taren Point in 1970 (possibly)."

Simply fucking amazing collection of history. Can't take credit for findin' this collection, but also can't remember where I saw the hot tip. All I know it is some Aussie who has a deep knowledge and love for the shapin' and surfin' history. From what I gather, he also loves and understands that a super short wide board can really go! His site is just incredible. Go check it at, what else, www.boardcollector.com. He even has a little email thingy to keep you updated on his new board finds.

Fuckin' cool mate.

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