Ocean Magic made quite a few stingers in the mid-late 70s, and Paul's one by Pete McAllum must be one of the best survivors, in virtually unused condition. When Nigel Semmens was 18 he took a trip to Hawaii, and came back with a Ben Aipa stinger shaped specially for him. Templates were taken and the design was adapted to British waves. This board probably dates to around 1977, built for the more powerful waves and reefs. Paul spotted it on a south coast surf shop 2nd hand rack a couple of years ago - a nice find! Its 7'2 x 19 x 2 3/4. Got a couple of classic stickers ,a BSA 1980 and a' Hot Streak 'surfleash - strap one on !
Nigel at leven '78/'79
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