“Geoff McCoy Surfboards are like no other on the planet. Right across our range we create boards to surf above the water flow therefore offering a feel and a surfing experience like no other board you can buy. “Our designs are based on the idea of harmonising with the water flow of the wave by utilising area in plan shape, which combined with rocker modifications give continual flow through short or long arc surfing on the wave face for all surfing abilities. “Throughout our range you will find these characteristics hold true, so select a design suitable to your needs. Other McCoy designs available Big Pot Belly, Nose Rider, Stumpy, Pot Belly, Splinter and Big Guy Nugget Retro boards include the Twin Fin, Double Ender, Dream Time and Old F.D. There’s also a range of guns including Mini Gun, Semi Gun, Serious Guns and Tow boards. Most designs can be varied using different fin configurations including single, twin and three fins, but no quads. All multi-fin designs only have glassed on fibreglass fins, NO plastic at all. Now custom building a Geoff McCoy designed retro range in wood and fibreglass construction. “These are very special, as they represent my older concepts that, when combined with wood, are strikingly impressive.” For info, contact Geoff direct.
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ASTRON ZOT
LAZOR ZAP
ALL ROUND NUGGET
THE MALIBU ALL ROUNDER
Dimensions: From 5’0”-7’1” x 21”-22” x 2¾”-3¼”
Dimensions: From 5’-6’6” Pictured board: 5’11” x 20 ¼” x 16 ½” x 3”
Dimensions: From 6’0”-7’0” Pictured board: 6’2” x 20” x 2 7/8”x 17” tail
Wide range available
Wide range available
Dimensions: From 9’0”-9’6” Pictured board: 9’3” x 22½” x 15” x 18” x 3¼”
Suits: surfers up to 95kg Description: Pulled nose of the original design allowed the board to elevate very quickly, due to reduced length of rail used when turning. This allowed for more manouvers to be performed while standing in a fixed position on the wide, thick supportive tail, which generates greater pressure and easier reaction. It was easier to paddle, had quicker reaction from the extra volume, less resistance in turns, and gave the ability to surf at a higherspeed. Best suited for quick, short arc, up-tempo surfing. Fins: Original Single Fin or with 3 fin setup. Shaper comment: If you are looking for a great performing board that also represents the pinnacle of design in the Golden Era, have a look at the 2011 Lazor Zap. You could say that they are everything the modern shortboard should be.
Suits: surfers up to 100kg Description: The design is a subtle blending of curves, incorporating the Loaded Dome bottom contours - a blend of curves throughout the bottom of the board. The contours assist the board to perform manoeuvres by taking the emphasis off the surfer having to control and guide the board, giving more time for the actual manoeuvre. Fins: The more you use the more stable and slower reacting the board becomes. I offer a range of fin styles with 1, 2 or 3 fin combinations. Shaper comment: Wider, thicker and shorter. With more volume and bouyancy than you’ve had before, it’s easy to paddle easy to control - with more speed than you’ve had in years. And when it starts to barrel... You’ll be laughing!
Pictured board:
5’6”x 21½”x 18”x 15½”x 3”
Suits: surfers up to 100kg Description: Completely unique in all aspects. The plan shape is a beautifully balanced ellipse, which blends with the thickness balance, combining with perfect rocker curves, flowing into a loaded dome located under the back foot for maximum control. Softened bottom rail, with a 60-40 balance which runs right through the board into the tail area for greater holding qualities on hollow waves, eliminating the need to add extra fins. Fins: McCoy Gull Wing 110% Original Shaper comment: This is the smallest we make in the AZot range, extremely lively little performer, very reactive in a very wide range of wave conditions.As all nugget designs, it excels in hollow powerful waves.
Wide range available
Suits: surfers up to 120kg Description: A classic design, not as full in the nose area as the Nose Rider. This allows the board to turn easier, producing better flow and glide. Fins: I use my Gull Wing designs as all my Malibu’s come in only single fin with a 10” box for fin movement and removal. Shaper comment: For longboarders who like to surf loose and fast. Good turning and manoeuverability, easy paddling and stability. The great all round family board.
PHOTO: Neil Cameron at Mentawai. 6’ 1” All Round Nugget 3-fin
sep/oct 2011
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