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?
**Judging from what can be seen, the fin and stringers suggest a big wave board. More can be determined with some photo's of the board showing the outline or shape, and any markings.**
Aloha
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
**Hot dog shape, not for real big waves.**
**However, very interesting.**
**First the fin, Con used similar looking fins (see photo) judging by how far back the fin placement is, it reminds me of the very first Weber performer with a glassed in hatchet which hung out behind the tail like the Hobie.**
**The dual reverse T band stringers are cool and unusual as most I've seen are centered and single. I'm gonna guess 64-65, the shape is "hippy" and thick possible East coast board?**
**That fin is gonna spark some other "olphart" memory perhaps?**
**Board is in super shape don't let go of it!!!**
**Aloha**
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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.