Shipping class: Boards

VIC TANTAU – 50’s BALSA MALIBU (SOLD)

December 22, 2019

SOLD

9’6″

1957 Similar to Balsa Pig

This was based on a lightweight Malibu from a Californian Life Saver who came to Australia for the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games.  Three Americans demonstrated their Balsa Boards whilst most of us were still riding Longboards or Toothpicks. Some Okanues in wood were similar size to the Balsa.

Check out the Veneered Wood Fin

This would be the most chased after Malibu in Australian Circles

Fantastic Condition – 9/10

Incredible Find

Vic’s first show room was the lawns in front of the Torquay Surf Club. He had Toothpicks, Longboards, Okanues, Surfskis and Balsas on display.  I purchased my first board from him 59 years ago!

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VIC TANTAU – 9’6″ EARLY 60’s MALIBU

December 22, 2019

9’4” Twin Stringer

Early 60’s Malibu

Very Early Foam

Stick on Metal Decal

Vic Tantau was one of the Original Legends of Torquay and the coast.

He was a Surfclub member, rider, and later shaper – His boards are now Legendary and consist of Longboards, Toothpicks, Okanues and Surf Skis.

Vic’s most popular boards, and the most collectable, are his early Balsa Pigs – Rare as hens teeth!

His boards are still loved and respected

Vic’s first show room was the lawns in front of the Torquay Surf Club. He had Toothpicks, Longboards, Okanues, Surfskis and Balsas on display.  I purchased my first board from him 59 years ago!

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