About the Artist - Hobie
Starting in the summer of 1950, in Laguna Beach, California Hobie Alter influenced generations of surfers, shaping surfboards and shaping the surf culture. Between the birth of the first surf shop and the introduction of a lighter, polyurethane foam surfboard, the surfing revolution was launched. So in order to celebrate 70 years of Hobie Alter, we’ve recreated these pieces of history onto indoor-outdoor aluminum boxes. Choose from iconic boards designed in the 60s! Mix and match! Impressive 42” tall!
Celebrate the innovation and style of surfboard design with "1960 - 1965," an artwork that showcases one of the most distinctive shapes in surfing history. This piece highlights the sleek, tapered design of the Pin Tail, renowned for its speed and maneuverability in the water. With each detail meticulously captured on weather-resistant aluminum, this artwork pays tribute to the creativity and ingenuity of Hobie Alter's designs. Ideal for those who appreciate the art and evolution of surfboard shaping, it can stand alone or complement other pieces in the series, inviting you to own a piece of the surfing renaissance.
