Dale Velzy early longboard (late 1950s)

Mid-1990s Velzy balsawood longboard shaped by the late Dale Velzy (1927-2005). Features a 5-stringer design with gorgeous wood fin and tail-block. A superb example of Dale Velzy shaped balsa surfboard and beautiful functional art piece. Velzy is credited with conceptualizing many of the promotional techniques now considered a standard in the surfing world. This includes being the very first surfboard maker to form a surfing team, a practice which would became very popular in the future. Dale ‘Hawk’ Velzy made numerous contributions to the world of surfing and as a result was one of the first individuals to be inducted into the Hermosa Beach Surfers Walk of Fame in 2003, two years before passing away. Velzy began shaping surfboards in the 1940's in Manhattan Beach, California. Board of the day were hard to ride and transport due to the size and weight. Velzy saw this as an opportunity and started to shape surfboards using lightweight balsawood which made the boards easier to ride and transport. He soon outgrew his first board shop in Manhattan Beach which was opened in 1950, this shop would later be credited as the first commercial surfboard factory. Velzy later formed a partnership with the legendary board maker Hap Jacobs...

Step back into the golden age of surfing with this beautifully restored Jacobs longboard from the mid-1960s. Measuring 9 feet 1 inch, this board is a stunning example of vintage surf design, featuring a classic rounded pintail and rich red panels that capture the bold, iconic style of the era. A standout feature is its handcrafted 5-piece wooden D-fin, offering both visual appeal and a nod to traditional surfboard craftsmanship. This board was shaped under the legendary Jacobs Surfboards...

A remarkable piece of American waterskiing history. This vintage pair of waterskis belonged to Dick Pope Jr., legendary world champion athlete and son of Cypress Gardens founder Dick...

Rowing Skiff Wood, 1960s Vintage Design Additional Information: Materials: Wood Color: Brown Design Period: 1960 to 1969 Country of Manufacture: France Style: Vintage Product Code:...