Al Merrick

Al Merrick


Shaper Profile- Al Merrick

Al Merrick is arguably the best shaper of our generation. Inspired by the likes of Dick Brewer and Bob Mctavish, Al began shaping at a early age.  Al took root in Santa Barbara where the worlds best were honing there skills at Rincon, California’s best point break. He picked up young  Tom Curren who went on to win 3 world titles and become one of surfings best and most admired.  16 world titles have been won on Merrick”s boards by the likes of Tom Curren, Kelly Slater and Shaun Thompson. A feat no other shaper has attained and probably ever will. Today Al is still leading the way in surfboard design and innovation.

Al Merrick Boards

 

7'0 Sinlge Fin Merrick 1970

 

7'0 Al Merrick

 Photos submitted by: Jeff Robertson

Shaper: Al Merrick

Size: 7’0”

Year: 1970′s

7'0'' Merrick 1970's

 

70's Al Merrick Single Fin

 

Al Merrick

 

photos submitted by: Jeff Robertson

Shaper: Al Merrick

Size: 7’0”

Year: 1970′s

 Kelly explaining some of the recent boards he is riding and there design features.

Al Merrick

 

Shaper: Al Merrick

Size: 5’7”

Year: unknown