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The Dust Up is a series of conversations about surfboard designs, shaper interviews and lots more. The Dust Up is for anybody interested in shaping as well as all the surfboard nerds out there. It's all about the boards and we love talking about surfboards. Hosted by Cory Russell along with special co hosts Luke Howarth, John Robertson and Christian Pritchett.
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In this episode we speak with Dan Thomson from Tomo Surfboards. Dan is arguably the most creative surfboard designer of the last 20 years. The art of surfboard shaping and designing was handed down from his father, Mark Thomson. Dan and his father would discuss all aspects of hydrodynamic theory to improve their understanding of real surfboard desi…
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In this episode Christian and I talk to Sam Griffiths. Sam is a passionate surfer who pursued a career in the surf industry. He started his time in the industry at Rip Curl on the back of his love for surfboards and spent time developing their board program. When the opportunity to be a team manager a Quiksilver presented itself, he jumped on it. I…
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After a long wait, The Dust Up is back for 2024! We kick things off chatting with a truly fantastic shaper and designer - Nev Hyman. Nev describes himself as a 'Ranga from Perth' in a jovial way, but the truth is he has been heavily involved in the development of surfboard design as well as pursuing future surfboard production methods. Nev has alwa…
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Outside The Bay with Brad Gerlach from Wave Ki
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In this episode we explore Technique vs. Equipment with Brad Gerlach from Wave Ki. Brad competed at the highest level and reached number one in the world. His smooth Californian style did not all come naturally and with some advice from his Olympic diving father, they explored body dynamics in surfing. Fast forward a couple of decades, Brad has cre…
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In this quick episode Christian 'Priddo' Pritchett and I let John 'Robbo' Robertson out of the basement to hear what he has discovered about the WSL's final five for 2023. Never mind the fact that they wont replace Ethan Ewing if he is injured, we explain how the system needs a slight tweak to ensure the world's best surfers can compete to the worl…
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Surfboard Design Elements - Bottom Contours
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In this episode I welcome Luke 'Howie' Howarth to discuss the all important surfboard design element - Bottom Contours. The bottom contour of a surfboard can be described as either flat, convex or concave. Its the detail within these three categories that determine a surfboards performance. What is the best bottom contour for a shortboard, fish, mi…
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In this episode we discuss the Rip Curl Bells Beach Pro, Margaret River Pro and the Surf Ranch Pro. After a classic intro from Bodhi, we chat about some behind the scenes adventures during the Bells competition. Unfortunately, the waves didn't turn up but that doesn't mean there wasn't a lot to talk about. (Time 0:1:30) The next stop on tour was th…
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It's been a little while since we put out a shaper interview and with good reason. There has been some restructuring happening with The Dust Up and before we welcome Luke Howarth to the team, we wanted to take an opportunity for him to introduce himself to the listeners. Luke was introduced to the ocean at Avalon on the northern beaches of Sydney w…
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In this episode we look back on the first three WSL competitions including the Billabong Pipeline Pro, Hurley Pro Sunset Beach and MEO pro Portugal. We introduce a new member to The Dust Up family, Christian 'Priddo' Pritchett is a lover of competitive surfing, shres the head judging role at Surfing Vic and long time travel partner searching for wa…
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In this episode we speak with Adam Baldwin of Reclaim Surf. Adam is based on the Sunshine coast, Australia and very passionate about sustainable surfboards. In the beginning, he would recycle dis-guarded building materials and other items to create all types of surf craft. A health scare prompted him to re evaluate what his priorities are he chose …
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In 2023, The Dust Up Podcast is launching the first ever Manufacturer's Cup in surfing. We aim to celebrate the surfboard craftsmen shaping boards for the world's elite surfers. Each event we will attribute points to the shaper based on the success their team rider has, for example 17th place = 0 points and 1st place = 12 points. These point will b…
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Robbo and I look back at the highs and lows of 2022. We chat about the STAB Electric Acid Test, new board design from Jim Banks, our choice for best new surfboard model from a big brand, as well as Firewire's decision to use Futures fin plugs exclusively. We also look at FCS vs. Futures and which system is more likely to win a competition. We discu…
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Outside The Bay with Tim Just from Fluid Performance
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In this episode we chat to Tim Just from Fluid Performance about junior development and Grom boards. Tim is based on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia and has worked with some of the top juniors including Reef Hazelwood, Keely Andrew and Isabella Nichols to name a few. We wanted to chat about what makes a good Grom board, what to look for…
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In this episode Robbo and I discuss the most important surfboard design element - Rocker. A surfboards rocker will determine how the board goes above all other elements. We discuss establishing rockers from hand shaping blanks as well as some tips for converting your rockers into a CAD program. Its no surprise legendary designer Greg Webber is a ma…
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Shaper interview with Chris Garrett
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In this episode we speak with master craftsman Chris Garrett of Phantom surfboards. Chris is a self-taught shaper that was happy to make all the mistakes and forge his own path. The Phantom brand experienced a rapid rise to the top with many of the best surfers ordering boards. In the end the stress of running such a large business took its toll an…
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Surfboard Design Elements - Planshapes
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In this episode we kick off our surfboard design element conversations starting with - Planshapes. Robbo and I talk about creating planshapes as well as some of the different planshape designs such as wings or flyers, side cuts and asymmetrical. We discuss our observations about what is currently under the feet of the world tour surfers. Last but n…
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Speed Defies Gravity We chat to master craftsman Stuart D'arcy about how he started shaping surfboards, what it was like shaping for world champions and the rise of hand shaping in the next generation. We discuss the importance of working with the right shaper to improve your surfing and never accept anything less than the best quality materials. W…
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