Greg Noll: The Art Of The Surfboard

Greg Noll: The Art Of The Surfboard

Book is in very good condition! There is only light wear. The pages are clean with no marks.

Greg Noll, widely regarded as one of the greatest surfers in history, has established a formidable reputation as a master of surfboard shaping. His unique brand of boards is highly coveted by collectors and surfers alike. Most notably featured in the critically acclaimed documentary "Riding Giants," Noll, famously known as "Da Bull," with his iconic black-and-white striped trunks, symbolized the fearless determination associated with conquering colossal waves. Beyond his achievements as a pioneer of big-wave surfing, surf movies, and surf magazines, Noll emerged as one of the world's largest surfboard manufacturers by the mid-1960s.

Currently residing in Crescent City, California, Noll continues to craft twelve boards annually using salvaged old-growth woods. These replicas of Duke Kahanamoku's olo and other exotic designs are highly sought-after by collectors. "The Art of the Surfboard" seamlessly blends the creation of exceptional surfboards with enthralling surfing history and captivating photography, making it an indispensable resource for surfers and enthusiasts of surfing history, regardless of age.

"The Art of the Surfboard" encompasses the following:

• A biographical introduction to Greg Noll
• A concise history of the evolution of surfboards and construction techniques, spanning from ancient Hawaii to the modern era
• Descriptive step-by-step photo sequences accompanied by explanatory text on crafting balsa, foam, and classic wooden surfboards
• A chronological gallery showcasing Greg Noll surfboards, dating from 1950 to 2005. This collection includes photographs, action shots, commentary from fellow surfers and shapers, as well as insights from Greg himself regarding the boards and their respective eras
• Portraits of several esteemed collectors of Greg Noll surfboards and their collections, accompanied by biographies and details about the boards
• A guide outlining the various Greg Noll surfboard labels and the corresponding years they were utilized
• Abundantly illustrated with exhilarating surf shots captured by revered photographers within the realm of surfing

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