Billabong
During the late 60’s and early 70’s, the surfing lifestyle meant getting in your kombi van packed to the rafters with surfboards, surfmaps, tents and sleeping bags and heading to the coast for classic surfing safari. Where one ended up depended entirely on the waves. One day you could be riding the hollow lefthand reef-break at Summercloud Bay on Sydney’s south coast, the next morning you could wake up at Angourie on NSW’s far north coast.
The weather map dictated which direction these free-spirited wave hunters would point their kombi, and nobody knew how to read weather map better than ex-Maroubra surfer Gordon Merchant. He had an uncanny ability to turn up at the right beach exactly when it was ‘going off’ (that translated means when the wind, tide and surf combine to produce perfect waves).
It was after one such magic surf-run up the coast, in search of that inevitable Pot of Gold, that invariably punctuated his surf safaris, that meant Gordon simply did not return to Maroubra. He had found his surfing Utopia, a 20 miles stretch of golden beach and perfect point breaks.
AS far as Gordon was concerned this was Meca- averaging 300 days per year of good quality surf, where one could wear boardshorts or baggies for 9 months of the year. He settled in quickly and it was not long before Gordon was making a significant contribution to the Gold Coast’s infant surfing industry.
As a shaper, Gordon made a huge breakthrough when he introduced a surfboard with a tucked-under edge, a development that aided Joe Larkin’s team-riders Michael Petersen and Rabbit Bartholomew in their ascension to the top world surfing.
As a surfer, Gordon saved many a wiped-out surfer from grief when he developed the first leg-rope. Sure, it was a primitive device by today’s standards, but anybody who has had to scramble over the rocks at Burleigh Heads on a big day owes Gordon a schooner.
In 1973 Gordon and Rena Merchant began producing handmade boardshorts under their flat overlooking his beloved Burleigh. They were tough as teak, able to withstand not only the elements, but also able to absorb the sort of punishment that local juniors Guy Omerod and Rabbit Bartholomew would put those first issued
trunks through.
From those humble beginnings, Billabong was born.
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$19.99 – $22.95
Billabong Women’s Sun Goddess Tank Knit
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$29.99 – $39.95
Billabong Women’s Road Trippin Elastic Waist Shorts
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Billabong Women’s Above Water Shorts
Style ABJNS00296Color Code TFY0
Features
- Collection: Billabong x Coral Gardeners collection
- Fabric: Recycled polyamide nylon blend plain weave fabric
- Waterproofing: Durable Water Repellent [DWR] fabric treatment to keep you dry and protected from the elements
- Fit: Regular fit
- Waist: Elastic waist
- Closure: Patterned drawcord closure
- Pockets: Waist pockets with mesh pocket bag
- Branding: Billabong x Coral Gardeners external branding
Materials 100% Recycled Polyamide
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Billabong Women’s Get Low Short Denim Shorts
Features
- Collection: Denim collection
- Fabric: Cotton rigid denim fabric
- Fit: Relaxed fit
- Fly: Button fly
- Rise: Low rise
- Closure:Button closure
- Pockets: 5 pockets
- Branding: Logo flag label
- Other Features: Roll cuff
Materials 100% Cotton
$29.99 – $39.99Billabong Women’s Get Low Short Denim Shorts
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Billabong Women’s Day Tripper Shorts
Features
- Collection: Essentials collection
- Fabric: Cotton double gauze fabric
- Fit: Regular fit
- Rise: High rise
- Waist: Elastic waist
- Inseam: 2.25″ (Size M)
- Closure:Drawcord closure
- Pockets: Slash pockets on front
- Patch pockets on back
- Branding: Woven sew down label
Materials 100% Cotton
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Billabong Women’s High Tides Short Denim Shorts
- Collection: Denim collection
- Fabric: Cotton rigid denim fabric
- Rise: High rise
- Fly: Zip fly
- Closure: Button closure
- Pockets: 5 pockets
- Branding: Logo flag label
$29.99 – $39.99Billabong Women’s High Tides Short Denim Shorts
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BILLABONG WOMEN’S Kissed By The Moonlight T-Shirt
AVO – AVOCADO
Embrace the magic of the night with our Kissed By The Moonlight T-Shirt, a celestial masterpiece crafted from cotton jersey loose-knit fabric offering supreme comfort for all-day wear. Enhanced with a piece dye and garment wash for a unique and lived-in look, this oversized tee features a screen print graphic and a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) treatment to keep you dry and protected from the elements, even on moonlit adventures.
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BILLABONG MEN’S Arch OG Short Sleeve Wave Washed T-Shirt
PLR0 – WASHEDWINE
YJH0 – GOLDElevate your graphic tee look with the Arch T-Shirt. This shortsleeve is made from lightweight jersey and features Billabong branding, a crew neckline and short sleeves.
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BILLABONG MEN’S Swivel T-Shirt
DTA – DEEP TEAL
Lightweight and durable, the Swivel T-Shirt is made from soft jersey fabric for long-lasting comfort. Featuring Billabong graphics, a crew neckline and short sleeves.
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BILLABONG MEN’S Sundays Short Sleeve Shirt
AQU – AQUA
GV0 – GREYVIOLETExperience the perfect combination of comfort and style with our Billabong Sundays Short Sleeve Shirt. Crafted from a cotton viscose blend fabric, featuring a collar neck, chest pocket, short sleeves, button down closure and mechanical stretch for added mobility. Perfect for any season with its seasonal print.
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BILLABONG MEN’S A/Div Surftrek Journey Shorts 20″
FIG
Bringing comfort, style and function to any adventure, the Billabong A/Div Surftrek Journey Shorts 20″ have you covered. These men’s moisture-wicking walk shorts are made from recycled nylon ripstop stretch fabric and feature a core fit, fixed waist and military styling for a timeless look. Part of our Adventure Division Collection, these shorts are built with a zip fly and button front closure, back yoke panel for added comfort, front hand pockets and back pockets for all your needs on the go. Topped with A/Div collection labels and trims throughout.
$65.95 -
BILLABONG MEN’S Sundays Airlite Performance 19″ Boardshorts
AQU – AQUA
Unlock your surf potential with our Billabong Sundays Airlite Performance Boardshorts. Crafted from an eco-conscious fabric blend developed from recycled plastic bottles, these 19″ trunks feature a Micro Repel coating or quick-drying comfort and durability, and an engineered fit with a secure tie closure.
$44.99