SURFBOARDS FOR THE
HAWAIIAN ISLANDS SURF

Me in My Shaping Stall

 

Here are the designs I've used successfully here in Hawaii.

Surfing locally is very much like all the other Hawaiian Islands minus the crowds and media. Each day can turn the same spot into a completely different wave depending on swell direction and conditions. The winter is the best time to catch the majority of Hawaiian swells and if surfed on a daily basis can wear you out. Adequate rest periods need to be planned and proper nutrition becomes essential. High performance equipment is mandatory. A quiver of boards becomes the standard with each board being equally used throughout the year.

Email John at jvo_v101@yahoo.com

Link to a 1972 Surfer contest article that mentions me.

John Van Ornum - Pipline 1982

Another Pipline Wave - 1982

Hawaii