Mavricks Surf Contest Window Opens Nov 1
November 1, 2009 by NCS
Filed under Local, News & Events
The Official 2009/2010 Mavericks Contest Window Opens on November 1, 2009
On just 24 hours notice between November 1, 2009 and March 31, 2010, 24 of the world’s best big-wave surfers will be summoned to Half Moon Bay, home of Mavericks, one of the most majestic and infamous surf breaks on Earth. There, they will test their individual skills and vie to be crowned champion of the 2009/2010 Mavericks Surf Contest® Presented by Sony Ericsson.
Competitors will face the dangerous elements of the frigid northern California waters in search of the perfect ride on waves reaching heights of 30 to 40 feet or more.
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Shaper Profile – Stretch Surfboards
July 15, 2009 by Poonjab
Filed under Features, Shaper Profiles
William “Stretch” Riedel has been creating distinctive and innovative custom hand built boards for surfing, sailing, kiting, and tow surfing. Born in Malibu, CA, he was taught to build boards by his father Mike Riedel, a shaper for Velzy Jacobs Surfboards in the 1960′s. His multitude of craftsmanship and wave riding skills eventually landed him in Santa Cruz where a life changing windsurfing accident in 1988 left him with partial paralysis. His enthusiasm for progressive wave riding continues daily with technological advancement, team feedback and a passion for building the best boards possible.
Go grab yourself a refreshment of your choice and enjoy the interview and photo gallery from Stretch Surboards factory!
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