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Surfboard Spotlight: The HP Fish 2 - Crafted by Surfing Legend Hugh Thompson
🏄♂️ Meet Hugh Thompson
Hugh Thompson's lifelong connection to surfing began in Addington, where he grew up near the beach. With +45 years of experience, his passion and dedication for surfing remain undiminished.
He shaped his first board at 15, and today, having crafted over 17,000 boards, Hugh still personally shapes each one and relies on his skilled glassing team from the Jbay Glass Company to maintain quality.
As an original member of the Natural Curve Surf Team, Hugh boasts 18 National titles, provincial titles, and representation for South Africa at three World Longboard Championships. He's surfed iconic spots worldwide, yet his favorites remain at home. He's also won prestigious titles like the inaugural Longboard Champs in Durban in 1988.
Go check out his interview on Surf Neutral HERE!
The HP Fish 2 (Board #16909)
Hugh's latest creation, the HP Fish 2, is a result of his never ending innovation. This board features a narrowed tail and nose, a unique hull design with a slight concave in the front half transitioning into a double concave in the tail. The fins are subtly towed in, allowing for tighter turns. The board's tail boasts an inverted curve thanks to a clever side-cut. It's a performance-oriented marvel!
Connect with Hugh for his latest personalized fins. If you want to know more about the surfboard details, Click HERE?
Explore Hugh's Surfboards
Interested in exploring more of Hugh's remarkable surfboard designs? Head over to his website, Natural Curve Surfboards, and dive into his collection. You can also find these exceptional boards showcased on Surf Neutral, a unique feature designed for anyone looking to display their own surfboard creations on their personal websites without the need for website designers.
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Catch You in the Lineup!
That's it for this week's newsletter. Don't forget to dive into the world of Hugh Thompson's surfboards and be inspired. And remember, the surf community is all about sharing, so let us know about your latest craft!
Until next time, and as Hugh says, "May the wings of surfing - Never lose a feather".
Team Surf Neutral
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