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Story: Lifesaving and surfing

Solid wood surfboards

Solid wood surfboards

Before the Second World War, some people attempted to surf using rudimentary boards made of solid wood. These men were photographed at Tahunanui, Nelson.

About this item

Nelson Provincial Museum, Kingsford Collection
Reference: 160970/6

Permission must be sought from Nelson Provincial Museum before any re-use of this image.

How to cite this page:

Nancy Swarbrick. 'Lifesaving and surfing', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 24-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/lifesaving-and-surfing/4/2