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Congratulations @sammy.arderne for your win for your team @snapperrockssc at the 2024 Sisstrevolution Womens Kirra Teams Challenge. 🥇🥇
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Nov 6

Congratulations @sammy.arderne for your win for your team @snapperrockssc at the 2024 Sisstrevolution Womens Kirra Teams Challenge. 🥇🥇
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Congratulations @yuribarros_oficial winning Event #4 of the 2024 CBSurf Taça Brasil 5000 at Cabedelo! 🥇🔥💪
Yuri chose to ride the ELITE model in 1-DA epoxy technology.
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Aug 20

Congratulations @yuribarros_oficial winning Event #4 of the 2024 CBSurf Taça Brasil 5000 at Cabedelo! 🥇🔥💪
Yuri chose to ride the ELITE model in 1-DA epoxy technology.
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Big congratulations @freyaprumm for being crowned 2024 Australian Shortboard Open Women Champion 🏆
Freya also achieved the highest single wave score (8.0) as well as the highest total wave score (15.00) in the division💪🔥
Well done Freya👏👏👏
Freya chooses to ride the ELITE model in standard PU construction.
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Aug 16

Big congratulations @freyaprumm for being crowned 2024 Australian Shortboard Open Women Champion 🏆
Freya also achieved the highest single wave score (8.0) as well as the highest total wave score (15.00) in the division💪🔥
Well done Freya👏👏👏
Freya chooses to ride the ELITE model in standard PU construction.
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CONGRATULATIONS @sorenbucka12 for winning the Under 18 Boys division of the Sequence Surf Shop Gisborne Junior Pro 👏👏👏
Soren chooses to ride the ELITE model.
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Jun 3

CONGRATULATIONS @sorenbucka12 for winning the Under 18 Boys division of the Sequence Surf Shop Gisborne Junior Pro 👏👏👏
Soren chooses to ride the ELITE model.
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Congratulations @scottarderne being an integral part of Palm Beach Currumbin State High School team who won the overall School Winners trophy at the inaugural Australian Interschools Surfing Championships.
Scotty chooses to ride the ELITE model.
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May 29

Congratulations @scottarderne being an integral part of Palm Beach Currumbin State High School team who won the overall School Winners trophy at the inaugural Australian Interschools Surfing Championships.
Scotty chooses to ride the ELITE model.
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Congratulations @sammy.arderne for winning 🥇 the U16 Girls #BestSingleWave division of the 2024 Australian Online Junior Championships.
Sammy chooses to ride our MASS DESTRUCTION model in standard PU construction.
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Apr 11

Congratulations @sammy.arderne for winning 🥇 the U16 Girls #BestSingleWave division of the 2024 Australian Online Junior Championships.
Sammy chooses to ride our MASS DESTRUCTION model in standard PU construction.
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CONGRATULATIONS to @jrodnz taking out 🥇 the 30+ Mens division at the Te Kaika 2024 South Island Surfing Championships with a very convincing 16.30 total in the final, finishing 5.8 points clear of 2nd place.
And just to top it off, JRod’s 16.3 total wave score and 8.5 single wave score in the final were the highest of the division. JRod was also the only surfer in the division to post any single wave scores over 7 points, and he did it 3 times!!!
JRod also made it into the final of the Open Men event, finishing 4th.
Super solid effort JRod!
JRod chooses to ride 1-DA’s ELITE model. 1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz With new stock landed today at BeachStreet, now is your time to get a fresh 1-DA under your feet 🤙
Surfing 📸 Steve-O / @surfingnz
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Apr 10

CONGRATULATIONS to @jrodnz taking out 🥇 the 30+ Mens division at the Te Kaika 2024 South Island Surfing Championships with a very convincing 16.30 total in the final, finishing 5.8 points clear of 2nd place.
And just to top it off, JRod’s 16.3 total wave score and 8.5 single wave score in the final were the highest of the division. JRod was also the only surfer in the division to post any single wave scores over 7 points, and he did it 3 times!!!
JRod also made it into the final of the Open Men event, finishing 4th.
Super solid effort JRod!
JRod chooses to ride 1-DA’s ELITE model. 1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz With new stock landed today at BeachStreet, now is your time to get a fresh 1-DA under your feet 🤙
Surfing 📸 Steve-O / @surfingnz
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CONGRATULATIONS to @clairebevo winning her 5th Queen 👑 of the Point title at Trigg`s 2024 @corsaireaviation #KingOfThePoint competition.
This win for Claire also secured her wildcard entry for the Margaret River Pro 👏💪🤙
Claire chooses to ride 1-DA`s ELITE model.
📸 @samgraymedia // @surfingwa
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Apr 2

CONGRATULATIONS to @clairebevo winning her 5th Queen 👑 of the Point title at Trigg`s 2024 @corsaireaviation #KingOfThePoint competition.
This win for Claire also secured her wildcard entry for the Margaret River Pro 👏💪🤙
Claire chooses to ride 1-DA`s ELITE model.
📸 @samgraymedia // @surfingwa
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CONGRATULATIONS 1-DA Team Rider @tashgouldsbury taking 1st in the Open Womens Longboard and 2nd in the Open Womens divisions at the 2023 Māori National Surf Championships.
📸 @photocpl
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Oct 28

CONGRATULATIONS 1-DA Team Rider @tashgouldsbury taking 1st in the Open Womens Longboard and 2nd in the Open Womens divisions at the 2023 Māori National Surf Championships.
📸 @photocpl
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CONGRATULATIONS to 1-DA Team Rider @tombutland for taking the win 🥇 in the Open Mens division of the O’Neill Kaikōura Coldwater Classic 2023 in the chilly South Island waters. A great effort also by 1-DA Team Rider @jrodnz with two very close 2nd places 🥈🥈… in the Open Mens by just 0.59 and in the Over 30s by just 0.23!
After 3 solid results in the SISA-South Island Surfing Association 2023 circuit at Dunedin, Christchurch and Kaikoura, JROD claimed the 2023 Open Mens Champion Title!!! 🏆
👏👏👏
TOMMY and JROD both choose to ride THE ELITE model.
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Jun 12

CONGRATULATIONS to 1-DA Team Rider @tombutland for taking the win 🥇 in the Open Mens division of the O’Neill Kaikōura Coldwater Classic 2023 in the chilly South Island waters. A great effort also by 1-DA Team Rider @jrodnz with two very close 2nd places 🥈🥈… in the Open Mens by just 0.59 and in the Over 30s by just 0.23!
After 3 solid results in the SISA-South Island Surfing Association 2023 circuit at Dunedin, Christchurch and Kaikoura, JROD claimed the 2023 Open Mens Champion Title!!! 🏆
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TOMMY and JROD both choose to ride THE ELITE model.
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Congratulations to 1-DA Team Rider @jrodnz for taking the 🥇 in the Over 30 Mens and 🥈 in the Open Mens of the @exitsurf Men’s Canterbury Championships in Christchurch 👏👏👏
Again, JRod posted the highest wave score in every round in the Over 30 Mens, and repeated that in the Open Mens too save for the final 🔥💪
As he heads into the 5th event of 2023 for the Backdoor Pro in Raglan, JRod currently sits at #2 on the 2023 @surfingnz Open Series rankings.
1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz
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May 4

Congratulations to 1-DA Team Rider @jrodnz for taking the 🥇 in the Over 30 Mens and 🥈 in the Open Mens of the @exitsurf Men’s Canterbury Championships in Christchurch 👏👏👏
Again, JRod posted the highest wave score in every round in the Over 30 Mens, and repeated that in the Open Mens too save for the final 🔥💪
As he heads into the 5th event of 2023 for the Backdoor Pro in Raglan, JRod currently sits at #2 on the 2023 @surfingnz Open Series rankings.
1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz
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Congratulations 1-DA Team Rider @jrodnz for taking 🥇 in the 40+ Mens and 🥈 in the Open Mens at the 2023 Te Kaika South Island Championships in Dunedin 👏👏👏
JRod scored the highest wave score in every round in the 40+ Mens, including a 9.0 in the quarterfinals 💪
Yeeooowwwww!
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May 2

Congratulations 1-DA Team Rider @jrodnz for taking 🥇 in the 40+ Mens and 🥈 in the Open Mens at the 2023 Te Kaika South Island Championships in Dunedin 👏👏👏
JRod scored the highest wave score in every round in the 40+ Mens, including a 9.0 in the quarterfinals 💪
Yeeooowwwww!
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CONGRATULATIONS former World Surf League professional @clairebevo being crowned the Open Women’s Champion at the 2023 Surf Masters WA State Championships! 🏆
This new mum was on fire on her ELITE in the epic conditions held at Big Rock near Gracetown, WA.
📸 @surfing_wa / @Justin.majeks
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Mar 30

CONGRATULATIONS former World Surf League professional @clairebevo being crowned the Open Women’s Champion at the 2023 Surf Masters WA State Championships! 🏆
This new mum was on fire on her ELITE in the epic conditions held at Big Rock near Gracetown, WA.
📸 @surfing_wa / @Justin.majeks
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The fate of eight!🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
CONGRATULATIONS 1-DA Team Rider @jrodnz securing his 8th title at the prestigious 2023 @wbbrc Memorial Cup (formerly the Growcott Memorial), as well his 8th title at the 2023 Opunake Championships. 👏🔥💪
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Mar 13

The fate of eight!🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
CONGRATULATIONS 1-DA Team Rider @jrodnz securing his 8th title at the prestigious 2023 @wbbrc Memorial Cup (formerly the Growcott Memorial), as well his 8th title at the 2023 Opunake Championships. 👏🔥💪
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CONGRATULATIONS to all the #Team1DA and #1DAwarriors who competed at the recent NZ Nationals. Some fantastic results and personal bests amongst these results:
@jrodnz … 🏆 National Over 30 Champion (his 4th National Title in this division)! As well as 🥈2nd in the Over 40 Men, 🥉3rd in the Over 35 Men and Quarterfinalist in the Open Mens division.
@sorenbucka12 … 🥈 2nd in the Under 16 Boys division. Soren also competed in the Open Mens division.
@tashgouldsbury … Just turned 18 recently and came 🥉 3rd in both the Open Women and Open Women Longboard divisions!
@mandy_gouldsbury … Finalist in the U18 Girls Longboard division and quarterfinalist in the Open Women Longboard division. Great effort given still recovering from surgery.
@tombutland … Semifinalist in the Open Men division.
@nickdunne_ … Semifinalist in the Over 40 Men division. Nick also competed in the Over 45 Men division.
@brenthutchieson … Quafterfinalist in the Over 45 Men division.
@dr_cpalmer … Quafterfinalist in the Over 30 Men division. Cory also competed in the Open Mens division.
Amongst the boards being ridden were THE ELITE and MASS DESTRUCTION in PU and 1-DA Epoxy construction.
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Jan 19

CONGRATULATIONS to all the #Team1DA and #1DAwarriors who competed at the recent NZ Nationals. Some fantastic results and personal bests amongst these results:
@jrodnz … 🏆 National Over 30 Champion (his 4th National Title in this division)! As well as 🥈2nd in the Over 40 Men, 🥉3rd in the Over 35 Men and Quarterfinalist in the Open Mens division.
@sorenbucka12 … 🥈 2nd in the Under 16 Boys division. Soren also competed in the Open Mens division.
@tashgouldsbury … Just turned 18 recently and came 🥉 3rd in both the Open Women and Open Women Longboard divisions!
@mandy_gouldsbury … Finalist in the U18 Girls Longboard division and quarterfinalist in the Open Women Longboard division. Great effort given still recovering from surgery.
@tombutland … Semifinalist in the Open Men division.
@nickdunne_ … Semifinalist in the Over 40 Men division. Nick also competed in the Over 45 Men division.
@brenthutchieson … Quafterfinalist in the Over 45 Men division.
@dr_cpalmer … Quafterfinalist in the Over 30 Men division. Cory also competed in the Open Mens division.
Amongst the boards being ridden were THE ELITE and MASS DESTRUCTION in PU and 1-DA Epoxy construction.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Mario had to say about his new custom high performance surfboard in 1-DA epoxy technology:
“What a way to come home today ! Looks even better in the flesh ! Beyond stoked with how this turned out . A big thanks to Gavin Upson for this masterpiece . Also a big thanks to the artist . Anyone thinking about ordering just do it - Gavin and Nikki are a pleasure to deal with .”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Mario did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Jul 23

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Mario had to say about his new custom high performance surfboard in 1-DA epoxy technology:
“What a way to come home today ! Looks even better in the flesh ! Beyond stoked with how this turned out . A big thanks to Gavin Upson for this masterpiece . Also a big thanks to the artist . Anyone thinking about ordering just do it - Gavin and Nikki are a pleasure to deal with .”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Mario did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Koa and his Dad had to say about Koa’s new MASS DESTRUCTION:
“Koa absolutely loves it, spray job is so cool!. He has had quite a few surfs on it now from shitty small waves to pumping big waves, on the points and beachies and east coast beaches also. The board has improved his surfing from the first time he rode it. He gelled with it straight away. I asked him what his thoughts on it were and this is what he said ... he loves it, is really fast and easy to get speed, better doing forehand cutties, and awesome on his back hand. I have noticed all these things watching him. You really see how the board is so much more refined in the more critical parts of the wave making both forehand and back turns more critical.
Awesome board mate. Stoked... look forward to sending you some footage of Koa and working towards the next one. I cant believe how much better the quality of board is from Aussie of all the surfs he has had so far there isnt one pressure ding. Koa thinks it is bullet proof.. Ha Ha.
Thanks again Gav.”
1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Max did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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May 21

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Koa and his Dad had to say about Koa’s new MASS DESTRUCTION:
“Koa absolutely loves it, spray job is so cool!. He has had quite a few surfs on it now from shitty small waves to pumping big waves, on the points and beachies and east coast beaches also. The board has improved his surfing from the first time he rode it. He gelled with it straight away. I asked him what his thoughts on it were and this is what he said ... he loves it, is really fast and easy to get speed, better doing forehand cutties, and awesome on his back hand. I have noticed all these things watching him. You really see how the board is so much more refined in the more critical parts of the wave making both forehand and back turns more critical.
Awesome board mate. Stoked... look forward to sending you some footage of Koa and working towards the next one. I cant believe how much better the quality of board is from Aussie of all the surfs he has had so far there isnt one pressure ding. Koa thinks it is bullet proof.. Ha Ha.
Thanks again Gav.”
1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Max did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Shaka had to say about his new ELITE:
“I was in my happy place today thanks to you Gavin Upson mate. Finally got to surf the new weapon in NW Tassie at Green Point. Fun little lefts reeling off a sand bar with cross-shore winds. Had the best surf man so stoked. Fast loose and super responsive. I love the transition on the rails from a super crisp edge near the fins and fading forward. New favourite board. Much appreciated Gav. Thanks again 👍 🤙”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Apr 3

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Shaka had to say about his new ELITE:
“I was in my happy place today thanks to you Gavin Upson mate. Finally got to surf the new weapon in NW Tassie at Green Point. Fun little lefts reeling off a sand bar with cross-shore winds. Had the best surf man so stoked. Fast loose and super responsive. I love the transition on the rails from a super crisp edge near the fins and fading forward. New favourite board. Much appreciated Gav. Thanks again 👍 🤙”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Rob had to say about his new CHEATER hybrid model board:
“Just like to thank you for an amazing looking board but more importantly a board that goes exactly how I want it to. It`s a beauty, thanks Gav.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Rob did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Apr 2

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Rob had to say about his new CHEATER hybrid model board:
“Just like to thank you for an amazing looking board but more importantly a board that goes exactly how I want it to. It`s a beauty, thanks Gav.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Rob did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Sam had to say about his new ELITE 6’ 3”:
“Been back surfing for a few weeks since my ankle break and am absolutely loving the new board! Best board I’ve ever had! Appreciate it so much.”
1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Sam did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Mar 5

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Sam had to say about his new ELITE 6’ 3”:
“Been back surfing for a few weeks since my ankle break and am absolutely loving the new board! Best board I’ve ever had! Appreciate it so much.”
1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Sam did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Chris had to say about his new J-FORCE:
“This is my sixth board from Gav and definitely the best one yet in terms of performance. I’m bigger and heavier than the average surfer but Gav always manages to shape a board that has volume in all the right places and still allows me to fit in turns even with the extra volume. Gav shaped the board in two weeks as well which is amazing. Will never get a board from another shaper. Thanks Gav!”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Chris does and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Jan 24

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Chris had to say about his new J-FORCE:
“This is my sixth board from Gav and definitely the best one yet in terms of performance. I’m bigger and heavier than the average surfer but Gav always manages to shape a board that has volume in all the right places and still allows me to fit in turns even with the extra volume. Gav shaped the board in two weeks as well which is amazing. Will never get a board from another shaper. Thanks Gav!”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Do what Chris does and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Oliver had to say about his 2 new custom ELITE surfboards:
“I have surfed for 25yrs or so, during that time I would have had 50 or more boards, including at least 15 or so custom’s. I can truly say without a doubt the entire process at 1-DA is exceptional and 2nd to none. From the unbelievable communication with making the original booking and throughout the process, through to Gav’s genuine love of making boards I cant recommend them high enough. I have had a fair few surfs on my new boards now and they are inline with the entire 1-DA experience – that is exceptional! You have a customer for life with me!”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Simply do what Oliver did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Aug 22

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Oliver had to say about his 2 new custom ELITE surfboards:
“I have surfed for 25yrs or so, during that time I would have had 50 or more boards, including at least 15 or so custom’s. I can truly say without a doubt the entire process at 1-DA is exceptional and 2nd to none. From the unbelievable communication with making the original booking and throughout the process, through to Gav’s genuine love of making boards I cant recommend them high enough. I have had a fair few surfs on my new boards now and they are inline with the entire 1-DA experience – that is exceptional! You have a customer for life with me!”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Simply do what Oliver did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Van’s mum had to say about Van`s new CUB grom surfboard:
“Thanks so much Gav and the team at 1-DA. Gav made my son’s first custom board and we couldn`t be happier. Gav understood exactly what we were after and his knowledge with grom boards is next level. The communication was outstanding and we would highly recommend. Thanks legends.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Jul 18

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Van’s mum had to say about Van`s new CUB grom surfboard:
“Thanks so much Gav and the team at 1-DA. Gav made my son’s first custom board and we couldn`t be happier. Gav understood exactly what we were after and his knowledge with grom boards is next level. The communication was outstanding and we would highly recommend. Thanks legends.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Jai’s Dad had to say about Jai’s new CUB grom board:
“Thanks for everything 1DA!! From the initial consult with Gav through to the pickup day, everything was seamless. Nikki`s communication throughout the process was top quality. Jai`s surfing has gone to another level having the CUB under his feet and the spray job was awesome. The look on his face when we picked it up was priceless. Do yourself a favour and contact Gav and Nikki for your next board, you won`t regret it.”
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Jul 11

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Jai’s Dad had to say about Jai’s new CUB grom board:
“Thanks for everything 1DA!! From the initial consult with Gav through to the pickup day, everything was seamless. Nikki`s communication throughout the process was top quality. Jai`s surfing has gone to another level having the CUB under his feet and the spray job was awesome. The look on his face when we picked it up was priceless. Do yourself a favour and contact Gav and Nikki for your next board, you won`t regret it.”
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Chris had to say about his new custom CHEATER 6’ 1” x 22” x 3” 44.69L:
“My Cheater is the first hybrid board I’ve had shaped for me, and to say I love it is an understatement! The extra volume and distribution of the volume in the right places makes this board amazing in all conditions. It’s my go-to on any point break and despite the extra volume has awesome manoeuvrability so I can use it on any beachside as well. Super stoked as usual with Gav’s expertise and shaping the perfect board for me.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Simple do what Chris did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Jul 3

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Chris had to say about his new custom CHEATER 6’ 1” x 22” x 3” 44.69L:
“My Cheater is the first hybrid board I’ve had shaped for me, and to say I love it is an understatement! The extra volume and distribution of the volume in the right places makes this board amazing in all conditions. It’s my go-to on any point break and despite the extra volume has awesome manoeuvrability so I can use it on any beachside as well. Super stoked as usual with Gav’s expertise and shaping the perfect board for me.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Simple do what Chris did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Jai’s Dad had to say about Jai’s new CUB grom board:
“Thanks for everything 1DA!! From the initial consult with Gav through to the pickup day, everything was seamless. Nikki`s communication throughout the process was top quality. Jai`s surfing has gone to another level having the CUB under his feet and the spray job was awesome. The look on his face when we picked it up was priceless. Do yourself a favour and contact Gav and Nikki for your next board, you won`t regret it.” Kyle
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Jun 14

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Jai’s Dad had to say about Jai’s new CUB grom board:
“Thanks for everything 1DA!! From the initial consult with Gav through to the pickup day, everything was seamless. Nikki`s communication throughout the process was top quality. Jai`s surfing has gone to another level having the CUB under his feet and the spray job was awesome. The look on his face when we picked it up was priceless. Do yourself a favour and contact Gav and Nikki for your next board, you won`t regret it.” Kyle
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Kymani had to say about his new MASS DESTRUCTION:
“I wanted to get a new 1-DA board because my friends were riding them. I wanted to have more speed. My new board is great. I feel like I have more power and flow in my surfing now. Its so much easier to paddle into the waves too. I would say to other people to get a 1-DA.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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May 26

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Kymani had to say about his new MASS DESTRUCTION:
“I wanted to get a new 1-DA board because my friends were riding them. I wanted to have more speed. My new board is great. I feel like I have more power and flow in my surfing now. Its so much easier to paddle into the waves too. I would say to other people to get a 1-DA.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Rick had to say about his ELITE in 1-DA epoxy technology:
“My 6’0” 1-DA Elite in epoxy technology is the only board I’ve been riding since I got it about 6 months ago. Goes well in all waves from barrels to the beaches and points. I chose your business because it’s fast becoming the board of choice in Taranaki, with some of the top local surfers riding them so had to try one for myself and loved it after feeling it out. The boards I have (I have 3 1-DA’s in the quiver now) are going really well and I like how Gavin is available to discuss options and make adjustments to the boards to suit my surfing. I will definitely be sticking to the 1-DA’s going forward. I like that I know I can just grab that 1 board, head to the beach and it’s going to perform.”
1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
Surf 📸 @surf_snaps_jojoberhan
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May 18

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Rick had to say about his ELITE in 1-DA epoxy technology:
“My 6’0” 1-DA Elite in epoxy technology is the only board I’ve been riding since I got it about 6 months ago. Goes well in all waves from barrels to the beaches and points. I chose your business because it’s fast becoming the board of choice in Taranaki, with some of the top local surfers riding them so had to try one for myself and loved it after feeling it out. The boards I have (I have 3 1-DA’s in the quiver now) are going really well and I like how Gavin is available to discuss options and make adjustments to the boards to suit my surfing. I will definitely be sticking to the 1-DA’s going forward. I like that I know I can just grab that 1 board, head to the beach and it’s going to perform.”
1-DA Shapes Surfboards are available in Taranaki through Chip and the crew at @beachstreetnz
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
Surf 📸 @surf_snaps_jojoberhan
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Nasser had to say about his new custom HYPO 5’ 6 ½” x 20 ½” x 2 ¾” 35.5L wood stringer EPS blank with epoxy glassing:
“A message to all the surfers and surfing communities. My name is Nasser. This review is an honest one with no bollocking! I’ve came across Nikki and Gav through a friend of mine who recommended these guys to shape a board for me that I’ve had since being back living in Australia. So the board was sent up to Gavin and the instructions were can you copy this? He said yes. Well well without knowing me or seeing me he delivered a bloody cracker of a board which I was blown away!!! Guys, do yourself a favour, contact this husband and wife team and bloody order a board and support this small family business. 💯 you won’t go anywhere else.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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May 1

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Nasser had to say about his new custom HYPO 5’ 6 ½” x 20 ½” x 2 ¾” 35.5L wood stringer EPS blank with epoxy glassing:
“A message to all the surfers and surfing communities. My name is Nasser. This review is an honest one with no bollocking! I’ve came across Nikki and Gav through a friend of mine who recommended these guys to shape a board for me that I’ve had since being back living in Australia. So the board was sent up to Gavin and the instructions were can you copy this? He said yes. Well well without knowing me or seeing me he delivered a bloody cracker of a board which I was blown away!!! Guys, do yourself a favour, contact this husband and wife team and bloody order a board and support this small family business. 💯 you won’t go anywhere else.”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Flavio had to say about his new custom MULTI 5’ 10” x 19 3/8” x 2 7/16” 28.3L with custom @inlayzaus
“Perfect!! This board is exactly what I need 👏👏 Thanks again Gav for all the tips!! 👊🏿😎 ”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Simply do what Flavio did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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Apr 5

1-DA WHAT IT FEELS LIKE? Here’s what Flavio had to say about his new custom MULTI 5’ 10” x 19 3/8” x 2 7/16” 28.3L with custom @inlayzaus
“Perfect!! This board is exactly what I need 👏👏 Thanks again Gav for all the tips!! 👊🏿😎 ”
Not sure what board is right for you? Want to customise your next board to get the most performance out of it to suit your surfing style? Simply do what Flavio did and book a FREE Private Consultation with Gav to custom order your new board today … see bio link for details.
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