Addiction Surfboards

2002 Addiction Surfboards with Dennis Wright as head Shaper advertisement appeared in Underground Surf Magazine with Fletch featured.

Stuart Paterson

Patto began his shaping career in the Cronulla area approx 30 years ago in the early 80’s and since those early days working at Force 9 and then branching out with his own PCC Surfboard label has developed a reputation as one of Australia’s top shapers and progressive design thinkers. He has a passion for retro designs but stays well on top of the latest innovations. Below Patto with one of his 1980 shapes and early logo.

Denny and Al Colligan

Inside the Southern Comfort factory at Taren Pt, Denny Childs and Al Colligan at work photo Ross Marshall ’78.

Spike and Roachy

Winners are grinners, Richard Spike James and Wayne Roach at a regional comp at Wanda in the mid 80’s.Photo Veage.

Gordon and Smith Adv.

Gary Yealland

Gazza is a familiar face around Cronulla, with son Scotty a Cronulla Point standout the pair have been regular sight and longtime fixtures around the headlands and waves. Gary is also known for owning the extremely popular Ne-Hi burger shop in the 70’s in the lane way across from the station.

 

Bobby Brown Memorial Comp Winners

The Memorial Comp for the late Bobby Brown ran for 3 years. Midget Farrelly won it in ’68, local star Frank Latta took top honors in ’69 and Qld surfer Andrew McKinnon won it in 1970 and still has the trophy in his possesion. Photo Steve Core.

Straight Talk Tyres

Early 80’s Cheynne Horan and Mark Richards pose for a publicity shot with then NSW Premiere Neville Wran for the upcoming Straight Talk Tyre event.

Southern Comfort Spray

1978 Southern Comfort Surfboard. William York 6ft 8in shape with a Jim Davidson spray job.

Kirk Flintoff

Flintoff was blowing up in  2007. His aerial surfing was world class and he had his contest act down to a fine art. He was also one of the most sought after surfers by the media for his ability to get the shot. Below Flintoff on the mission photo Morris.