Timmy Patterson Surfboard Shapes

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Excerpt from Surfer Magazine-An interview with Chris Mauro
At a time when computer software and advanced pop-out technology is making the surfboard building process easier than ever many shapers are baffled by the fact that Timmy Patterson still insists on shaping every boardstart to finishby hand. When asked why he says, Because I'm an idiot. But when the world's best pro surfers arrive in California every year dozens of them come looking for this amusing little round-bellied 40-year-old because they love his high performance equipment.

In a town rich in shaping history Patterson's one of the most highly regarded craftsmen in the business, capable of handling any tool thrown at him, and renowned for inventing a few of his own. But before you peg him a throwback to a bygone era consider his role as a leading tow-board designer entrenched in the big wave revolution, and understand that as part of Salomon's R&D team he's helping spearhead the search for better board materials. Last month SIMA (Surf Industry Manufacturers Association) officially recognized Patterson's impact on the shaping world by nominating him alongside big name board labels like Rusty, Channel Islands, and Lost for their board builder of the year award. By doing so they're acknowledging a fact that many already knewthis little big man is a shaping guru. --Chris Mauro Give us a call at 1877-292-1332 or come by the shop if youre in the area and want to own or learn more about the Timmy Patterson line of surfboards.