SHAPING SURF HISTORY by Jimmy Metyko Rapid Finne Off the Wall

Off the Wall

adding a sense of mystery and solitude to the scene

Developed by SURFARI and tested at the Urbansurf Park in Zurich

the passion for surf

The experience includes moments of brilliant sunlight

SHAPING SURF HISTORY by Jimmy Metyko Rapid Finne Off the WallPhotographer Jimmy Metyko captures a pivotal time in the history of California's surf culture in the early 1980s. His images document the rise of Tom Curren, a young talent who would later become a three time world champion, as well as the emergence of Al Merrick, a then unknown surfboard shaper who was destined to revolutionize surfboard design. Over a four year period, Santa Barbara experienced an amalgamation of innovation, personalities and unique