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THE HISTORY OF HUTCHISON HANDCRAFTED SURFBOARDS 

Hutchison Handcrafted Surfboards is a roots-up surfboard shaping company, living large on the North Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. Johno Hutchison AKA “HUTCH”, has been making quality handcrafted surfboards for the past 30 years and piles his trade, daily in his humble home based shaping bay in sub-tropical Ballito, specializing in custom hand-shaped surfboards to suit each individual surfer’s needs. Using only the finest materials, each surfboard is shaped, designed and custom built to your exact specifications, with no shortcuts taken. These boards are inspired by the past, present and future of board design. Johno enjoys making boards reminiscent of days past and keenly keeps an idea of what’s happening in designs of the present. Travelling abroad and locally, being involved in contests and surfing different spots helps keep his shapes fresh.

THIS BOARD

Good for the adventurous, wanting to experience and experiment with drawing different lines on waves like it was done in the old days. But there’s nothing old about the way the boards move – super fast and smooth. The sizes, shapes and glassing all vary depending on the style of board, with old school glassing and polishing for some of that old style.

• Model: Flying Fish
• Code: HHB3461
• Shaper: Johno Hutchison
• Length: 6' 0"
• Width: 21"
• Thickness: 2 5/8"
• Litres: 36L
• Top Deck Spray: Clear
• Bottom Deck Spray: Clear
• Tail Shape: Swallow
• Fin Plugs: FCS II
• Recommended Rider: Intermediate - Experienced
  

THE HISTORY OF HUTCHISON HANDCRAFTED SURFBOARDS 

Hutchison Handcrafted Surfboards is a roots-up surfboard shaping company, living large on the North Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. Johno Hutchison AKA “HUTCH”, has been making quality handcrafted surfboards for the past 30 years and piles his trade, daily in his humble home based shaping bay in sub-tropical Ballito, specializing in custom hand-shaped surfboards to suit each individual surfer’s needs. Using only the finest materials, each surfboard is shaped, designed and custom built to your exact specifications, with no shortcuts taken. These boards are inspired by the past, present and future of board design. Johno enjoys making boards reminiscent of days past and keenly keeps an idea of what’s happening in designs of the present. Travelling abroad and locally, being involved in contests and surfing different spots helps keep his shapes fresh.

THIS BOARD

Good for the adventurous, wanting to experience and experiment with drawing different lines on waves like it was done in the old days. But there’s nothing old about the way the boards move – super fast and smooth. The sizes, shapes and glassing all vary depending on the style of board, with old school glassing and polishing for some of that old style.

• Model: Flying Fish
• Code: HHB3454
• Shaper: Johno Hutchison
• Length: 5' 10"
• Width: 20 1/2"
• Thickness: 2 5/8"
• Litres: 33.3L
• Top Deck Spray: Clear
• Bottom Deck Spray: Clear
• Tail Shape: Swallow
• Fin Plugs: Futures
• Recommended Rider: Intermediate - Experienced
  

THE HISTORY OF HUTCHISON HANDCRAFTED SURFBOARDS 

Hutchison Handcrafted Surfboards is a roots-up surfboard shaping company, living large on the North Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa. Johno Hutchison AKA “HUTCH”, has been making quality handcrafted surfboards for the past 30 years and piles his trade, daily in his humble home based shaping bay in sub-tropical Ballito, specializing in custom hand-shaped surfboards to suit each individual surfer’s needs. Using only the finest materials, each surfboard is shaped, designed and custom built to your exact specifications, with no shortcuts taken. These boards are inspired by the past, present and future of board design. Johno enjoys making boards reminiscent of days past and keenly keeps an idea of what’s happening in designs of the present. Travelling abroad and locally, being involved in contests and surfing different spots helps keep his shapes fresh.

THIS BOARD

This is your all round performance short board for guys who like a bit more length or volume but still want to go ballistic. Featuring a fuller outline, they are ideal for guys who are experienced surfers but just don’t surf as much as they were when they were 18. Single into double concave for generating speed in the flats and slightly more forgiving rails, allowing you to fly like the wind and hook it in the pocket like a madman without bogging. Big Boy models are anywhere from 6.0ft and upwards, glassed strong but light like a good board should be.

• Model: Sea Dog
• Type: Big Boy
• Code: HHB3462
• Shaper: Johno Hutchison
• Length: 6' 0"
• Width: 19 1/2"
• Thickness: 2 5/8"
• Litres: 33.3L
• Top Deck Spray: Clear
• Bottom Deck Spray: Clear
• Tail Shape: Kelly
• Fin Plugs: Thruster Futures
• Recommended Rider: Intermediate - Experienced

Product Details:

• Freemax neoprene 
• Flat Lock external seams
• Aqua glue eco friendly lamination

The O'Neill HyperFreak Fire range focuses on extreme warmth, high performance, increased durability, and comfort. All-new sustainable, buttery soft, heat recirculating TechnoButter 4 materials line each suit. These technologically advanced materials plus water-tight Fluid Seam construction have created a new cold water legend. Fire red-hot heat takes the innovative HyperFreak legacy to the next level.

Product Details:

• F.U.Z.E. Closure (Chest Zip)
• Redzone Water Resistant Zipper
• 360 degree Barrier With Drainholes and Anti-Flush Barrier (F.U.Z.E.)
• Tapered Cuffs with Segmented 3D Wrist and Ankle Seals
• Recycled Oyster Shells and Eco Carbon Black Infused Neoprene
• Recycled Dope-Dyed Yarn Jersey
• Aqua Alpha Solvent Free Neoprene Lamination
• Key Pocket with Loop
• Triple Glued and Blindstitched with Exterior Fluid Seam
• Weld Technology
• Front / Back / Thigh / Butt: TB4 Firewall
• Shoulder / Shin / Calf: TechnoButter 4
• Entry / Sleeves: TechnoButter 4X
• PLUS (+) = 0.5mm Extra thickness for even more warmth

• TB3X: FULLY TAPED SEAMS - The lightest, stretchiest neoprene seam tape ever. 0.5mm split-neoprene applied to triple-glued seams with water-based glue to keep you dry and loose
• F.U.Z.E Entry System: O’Neill’s exclusive F.U.Z.E. (Front Upper Zip Entry) system offers a fresh alternative. Using the same free floating zipper technology as our patented Z.E.N. ZIP closure. The F.U.Z.E. closure keeps you dry and allows unrestricted flexibility

• Technobutter 3 & TB3X neoprene: O’Neill’s exclusive new improved stretch, hydrophobic neoprene with featherlight ENVY foam rubber core. Ultimate, flexibility, warmth and comfort. Combined with Technobutter 3X, the lightest, most flexible, softest material ever created

• Glued, Blindstitched & taped Seams: Soft and durable neoprene seam tape. 0.5mm split-neoprene applied to triple-glued seams to seal out water keeping you dry and loose

• Double superseal neck: A toasty warm two layer design featuring a 360 degree smooth skin interior lining, wide adjustability, and a secure lock down. Fully adjustable and watertight

• Strategic seamless paddle zones: An ergonomic, seamless under sleeve panel that allows for unrestricted motion and eliminates rashing. Flexible and unique design which utilises minimal seam placement for comfort

• Krypto knee pads: Abrasion resistant, high stretch neoprene panel with ergonomic shaping for comfortable durability. Flexible and unique design utilises and extended knee pad for added durability

• External key pocket with loop: Abrasion resistant, high stretch neoprene panel with ergonomic shaping for comfortable durability. Located along the lower leg inseam. Constructed with Fluid Seam Weld and UltraFlex DS neoprene, this key pocket has added strength, easy access and completely secure

The HyperFreak F.U.Z.E. (Chest Zip) is constructed with super light TechnoButter 3 and TechnoButter 3X neoprene. The minimal seam design, lightweight, quality construction, and attention to detail make this another team inspired favorite.

Product Details:

• F.U.Z.E. Closure (Front Upper Zip Entry)
• Minimal Seam Design
• 360° Barrier with Drain Holes
• Seamless Paddle Zones
• TB3X Fully Taped Seams
• Glued and Blindstitched Seams
• Full Body/ Legs: TechnoButter 3
• Arms/ Shoulders: TechnoButter 3X
• Aqua Alpha Solvent Free Neoprene lamination

Celebrating over seventy years of surf history, the O'Neill O'Riginals Collection is the interpretation of our classic heritage infused with modern performance materials. Every piece has been mindfully designed with high-performing core features and legacy styling. These classic vintage-inspired essentials that never go out of style are made with 80% or more recycled fibres within the neoprene liner fabrics.

Product Details:

• Back Zip - Easy Entry
• Wind-Proof Smoothskin
• Strategic Seam Placement
• Retro Styling
• Flatlock Stitched: Breathable Seams
• Recycled UltraFlex

The HyperFreak F.U.Z.E. (Chest Zip) is constructed with super light TechnoButter 3 and TB3X neoprene. We added 0.5mm thicker material as a step-up from the HyperFreak Comp. The minimal seam design, lightweight, quality construction, and attention to detail make this another team inspired favourite.

Product Details:

• F.U.Z.E. Closure
• 360 degree Barrier with Drain Holes
• Minimal Seam Design
• Recycled Oyster Shells and Eco Carbon Black
• Infused Neoprene
• Aqua Alpha Solvent Free Neoprene Lamination
• Recycled TBX Fully Taped Glued and Blindstitched Seams
• Full Body/ Legs: Recycled TechnoButter 3
• Arms/ Shoulders: Recycled TechnoButter 3X

HyperFreak Neo-Skins Tops feature strategically placed Premium Skins material and our Recycled TechnoButter 3 neoprene containing 90% or more recycled fibres in the liner fabrics. This exclusive technology weighs 20% lighter with 30% less water absorption than any other premium neoprene. The HyperFreak Neo-Skins top defines super lightweight, ultra-stretchy warm water gear.

Product Details:

• Boardshort Connector Cinch Cord
• Reversible Core Insulation
• Minimal Seam Design
• Recycled Oyster Shells and Eco Carbon Black Infused Neoprene
• Recycled Dope-Dyed Yarn Jersey
• Aqua Alpha Solvent Free Neoprene Lamination
• Flatlock Stitched: Breathable Seams
• Full Body, Bottom Sleeve: Recycled TechnoButter 3
• Arms, Shoulders: Recycled TechnoButter 3X

The Reactor is engineered for performance in a value driven package. A fresh combination of stretch and durability with colours and graphics in a style that's built to last.

Product Details:

• Thickness: 2mm
• Seams: Flat-locked breathable
• Zip: YKK Back zip
• Neoprene: UltaFlex/FluidFoam

O’Neill HyperFreak – the world’s leading performance wetsuits.

The O’Neill HyperFreak is designed to offer surfers the most comfortable lightweight surfing experience possible. A combination of exclusive, innovative materials and our famous high standards for fit have enabled us to launch a new concept into the wetsuit market. The HyperFreak suits initially consisted of ultra lightweight, summer focused products. Now 7 years on the range has been expanded to an impressive 39 different variations! It’s by far the best-selling range of performance suits we’ve ever had.

Technobutter 3 (at the time our most advanced neoprene) enables us to offer a wetsuit which helps bridge the gap between warmth and flexibly. A trade off which can be hard to balance for any surfer. By drastically increasing the air content in the foam neoprene itself and reducing the amount of nylon in the outer and inner jersey TB3 has revolutionised wetsuit design.

In 2022 we released TB4 and added yet another suit to the HyperFreak family. The HyperFreak Fire. Our TB4 neoprene is more durable, made from more sustainable fabric and offers increased heat retention by including Graphene fibres in the nylon. Adding to all this internal firewall (a hydrophobic layer helping the suit stay dry and warm) and Fluid Seam Weld (liquid pored polyurethane, maintaining the strength of the seams) The HyperFreak Fire now brings lightweight flexibility into much colder water conditions.

The best fitting, most lightweight, flexible and comfortable wetsuits ever!

Product Details:

• F.U.Z.E. Closure (Front Upper Zip Entry)
• Minimal Seam Design
• 360° Barrier with Drain Holes
• Seamless Paddle Zones
• TB3X Fully Taped Seams
• Glued and Blindstitched Seams
• Full Body/ Legs: TechnoButter 3
• Arms/ Shoulders: TechnoButter 3X
• PLUS (+) = 0.5mm Extra thickness for even more warmth
• Aqua Alpha Solvent Free Neoprene lamination
• O'Neill’s exclusive new pre-stretched neoprene with featherlight, ENVY foam rubber core. the lightest, most flexible, softest material ever created. superior flexibility and fit
• TB3X: FULLY TAPED SEAMS - The lightest, stretchiest neoprene seam tape ever. 0.5mm split-neoprene applied to triple-glued seams with water-based glue to keep you dry and loose
• F.U.Z.E Entry System: O’Neill’s exclusive F.U.Z.E. (Front Upper Zip Entry) system offers a fresh alternative. Using the same free floating zipper technology as our patented Z.E.N. ZIP closure. The F.U.Z.E. closure keeps you dry and allows unrestricted flexibility

• Technobutter 3 & TB3X neoprene: O’Neill’s exclusive new improved stretch, hydrophobic neoprene with featherlight ENVY foam rubber core. Ultimate, flexibility, warmth and comfort. Combined with Technobutter 3X, the lightest, most flexible, softest material ever created

• Glued, Blindstitched & taped Seams: Soft and durable neoprene seam tape. 0.5mm split-neoprene applied to triple-glued seams to seal out water keeping you dry and loose

• Double superseal neck: A toasty warm two layer design featuring a 360 degree smooth skin interior lining, wide adjustability, and a secure lock down. Fully adjustable and watertight

• Strategic seamless paddle zones: An ergonomic, seamless under sleeve panel that allows for unrestricted motion and eliminates rashing. Flexible and unique design which utilises minimal seam placement for comfort

• Krypto knee pads: Abrasion resistant, high stretch neoprene panel with ergonomic shaping for comfortable durability. Flexible and unique design utilises and extended knee pad for added durability

• External key pocket with loop: Abrasion resistant, high stretch neoprene panel with ergonomic shaping for comfortable durability. Located along the lower leg inseam. Constructed with Fluid Seam Weld and UltraFlex DS neoprene, this key pocket has added strength, easy access and completely secure

Stay covered Head-to-Toe in O'Neill's premium lineup of equipment designed to shield you from the harshest conditions. Our world-class athletes search the planet for perfect surf, the R&D team at Area 52 developed product to allow you to perform in the most extreme elements and excel in the coldest climates.

Product Details:

• Round Toe design for Improved Balance
• Durable Outsole
• Ankle Cinch Cord
• Forefoot Strap
• Reef Protection

Material Details:

• Interior FluidFlex
• Exterior Rubber Foxing Outsole
• Interior Fluid Foam
• Flatlock Stitched Breathable Seams

This 3/2 Revolution Natural Chest Zip combines eco-friendly materials, including natural and recycled rubber, with cutting-edge graphene technology to offer surfers exceptional warmth and flexibility. Designed with GBS seams and a chest-zip closure, this high-performance wetsuit minimises water entry while maximising comfort, making it a top choice for surfers looking to stay warm and agile in the water.

Product Details:

• 3/2mm thickness for optimal warmth and flexibility
• Made with natural and partially recycled rubber
• Graphene technology for improved heat retention
• Chest-zip design for easy entry and enhanced comfort
• GBS seams to minimize water entry and increase flexibility
• Black colorway for a sleek, versatile look
• Eco-friendly and sustainable materials
• Ideal for surfers seeking performance and durability

The Billabong Ladies Spring suit Salty Dayz delivers premium flexibility, comfort, and performance for warm-water surf sessions with superior durability and lightweight design. Crafted for active women who demand unrestricted movement, this Spring suit enhances wave performance while providing dependable sun and wind protection.

Product Details:

• 2mm neoprene for lightweight warmth
• Chest zip entry for easy on/off
• Premium stretch for enhanced mobility
• Durable flatlock stitching
• Long sleeve coverage for added UV protection

• Designed for warm-water conditions

The Billabong 3/2mm Foil is equipped with a Back Zip, this Wetsuit combines durable Superflex neoprene with Superlight Foam for superior warmth, making it ideal for every surf session.

Product Details:

• 3/2mm thickness for versatile temperature range
• Superflex neoprene for optimal flexibility
• Superlight Foam for enhanced thermal retention
• GBS (stitched and glued) seams for durability and comfort
• Chest-zip entry for easy on and off
• Sleek Black colorway

Product Details:

• Product type: Launch
• Exterior Fabric Type: Durable Superflex neoprene
• Neoprene Foam Type: Superlight Foam; Partially recycled
• Interior Fabric Type: Silicon Stretch
• Body type: Long Sleeve Full suit
• Thickness: 302mm 
• Entry System: Back Zip
• Exterior Seam Detail: Flatlock stitch

Product Details:

• Product type: Launch
• Exterior Fabric Type: Durable Superflex neoprene
• Neoprene Foam Type: Superlight Foam; Partially recycled
• Interior Fabric Type: Silicon Stretch
• Body type: Long Sleeve Full suit
• Thickness: 302mm 
• Entry System: Back Zip
• Exterior Seam Detail: Flatlock stitch