An old friend gave me this board to make some room. How could I say no. It is in pretty good shape, no major dings and the usual yellowing for a board this age. Here are the basics:
#18756
9’10-1/2"
double 1-1/4" stringers
funky fin
Any ideas?
An old friend gave me this board to make some room. How could I say no. It is in pretty good shape, no major dings and the usual yellowing for a board this age. Here are the basics:
#18756
9’10-1/2"
double 1-1/4" stringers
funky fin
Any ideas?
That’s actually a pair of reverse T band stringers. And, oldphart is correct. We can’t tell much by those photos. But, I agree that it may be a big wave shape…and judging by the fin and tail profile I’d guess the board is pre 1965 in origin.
See new pics. Phil Edwards was mentioned when I got the board but I don’t see the signature on the board or label.
More dimensions:
17" at 12" from nose
22-1/2" at center
15-1/2" at 12" from tail
I agree with oldphart. Very unusual fin and stringer setup for a Hobie. Certainly not a big wave board. The outline and thick, soft rails are pretty much typical of an early Sixties stock/beachbreak shape. If you got that board for free, you have a very generous friend. I’m sure he could have sold it for decent money had he found the right buyer/collector.
Truly appreciate the info. Nice to have a good place to start. It is going to stay in the family for a while. FYI if you are using any of the sho-off board racks I would highly suggest taking your board(s) down. They had a molding defect that fails over time. I found out the unfortunate way with a nice board I picked up in j-bay. Broke the fin and peeled back the glass on the nose. I contacted them to see what they would do and I was only offered a replacement set at cost. Boards are leaning against the wall now. Thanks again.