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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Billabong Women’s Desert Nights Graphic Boyfriend T-Shirt
MEFO- SOFT PEACH
Searching for wide-open spaces and nights under the stars, find your oasis in the Desert Nights Graphic Boyfriend T-Shirt. Made in cotton slub jersey, this women’s crewneck tee offers a relaxed fit with a large chest graphic and pigment dye to give it a lived-in look.
Women’s Overdyed Boy Tee.
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Billabong Women’s Billabong x Smiley Little Smiles Tank Top
YGKO- YELLOW
Made of baby rib cotton, this Billabong X Smiley tank top features an exclusive collection print and a loosely-fitted shape with contrasting ribbed bands.
Collection: Billabong X Smiley.
$29.99 -
Billabong Women’s Sol Searcher Multi-Way Triangle Bikini Top
CZJO – BLACK
MGJO – LILACYour sidekick on the hunt for sun and swell, the Sol Searcher Multi Triangle bikini top takes a fresh look at a timeless style. Built with removable cup inserts and spaghetti ties, this convertible triangle top can be styled in multiple ways to show off your signature style.
Women’s Multi-Way Triangle Bikini Top.
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Billabong Women’s Sol Searcher New Volley Swim Shorts
BPB- BLACK PEBBLE
GKZO- SWEET GRASS (NOT PICTURED)
GMMO – GREEN
PKKO – PURPLEWhen you’re on the hunt for sun and swell, nothing keeps you covered better than the Sol Searcher New Volley Swim Shorts. These high-waisted women’s boardshorts offer a relaxed fit with side pockets and a stretchy elastic waist topped with a drawcord for an extra secure fit.
$29.99 – $59.95Billabong Women’s Sol Searcher New Volley Swim Shorts
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Billabong Men’s Coastline Flannel Shirt
ALY/ALLOY
Combining comfort and classic design, the Billabong Coastline Flannel Shirt has you covered. Made from garment-washed, yarn-dyed, cotton poly fabrics, this men’s button-up flannel features a traditional collar, slightly scalloped hem, single chest pocket and woven Billabong logo branding.
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Billabong Men’s 73 Pro Boardshorts 19″
RTA/RASTA
Combining performance-enhancing design and comfortable recycler stretch fabrics, the ’73 Pro Boardshorts deliver, in or out of the waves. These lightweight, quick-drying trunks for men are made with our signature ’73 split binding hem and unique print trim.
Men’s Performance Boardshorts.
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Billabong Men’s Crossfire Mid Submersible Shorts 19″
MOON (KHAKI COLOR)
ALT/ASPHALT
NAVYMade from 4-Way Stretch for ultimate flex and durability, the Billabong Crossfire Mid Submersible Shorts 19″ have you covered. These men’s lightweight and quick-drying shorts feature a front button closure, zipper fly, front and back pockets, internal jacquard waistband, and Billabong logo branding.
Men’s Submersible Shorts.
$39.99 – $59.95Billabong Men’s Crossfire Mid Submersible Shorts 19″
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Billabong Men’s All Day Sweatpants
NVY- NAVY
Whether you’re chilling or cruising for waves, the Billabong All Day Sweatpants got you covered. These garment-washed sweatpants are made from soft cotton and recycled polyester, with brushed fleece lining, an elastic drawcord waist, and pockets throughout for your needs. Topped with Billabong branding.
Men’s Sweatpants.
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Billabong Women’s Anytime Shacket Oversized Button-Through Jacket
TJZO – KHAKI
WCP – WHITEMade in reversed fleece fabric with a heavyweight feel, the Anytime Shacket features chest pockets, logo embroidery, and a mineral wash to give it a broken-in look. A year-round staple, this Essentials collection button-through jacket has a modern, oversized shape ideal for layering.
Women’s Button Through Jacket.
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Billabong Women’s Little Shores Knit Cami Tank Top
BZP0- LIGHT BLUE
TJQO- LIGHT GOLD WITH FLORAL PATTERNWe’ve got big love for the Little Shores cami tank top from our Essentials collection. The perfect foundation for your summertime look, it offers a fitted shape with adjustable straps, plus a seasonal print on stretchy jersey fabric that’s been artfully washed for a well-worn look.
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Billabong Women’s Sundown High-Waisted Flared Pants
MJPO- (CORAL PATTERN)
The Sundown flared pant takes a retro staple and turns up the volume with a bold print and a premium feel. Made with super-soft and stretchy cotton jersey, these high-waisted flares from The Golden Daze collection will quickly groove to the top of your summer rotation.
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Billabong Women’s Ride In Oversized Crewneck Sweatshirt
SPE- SPEARMINT
MGEO-PEACH PIE SSSSUUUUURRRRRFFF GRAPHIC
MCZO- PINK WITH BLUE, PINK, GREEN, YELLOW GRAPHIC
WZA0-WHITE WITH GREEN, PINK, AND ORANGE GRAPHIC
PHVO- INDIGO WITH WHITE GRAPHIC
BSD- BLACK SANDS
YERO- SOL RISE YELLOW
MHGO-PEACH
BGBO- BLUE SKIES (LIGHT BLUE)
GBQ0- HONEYDEW
SOR- SORBET
CNN0- SWEET CHOCOLATE
ANW- ANTIQUE WHITECozy and oversized, the Ride In crewneck sweatshirt from our Summerland collection is made with heavyweight brushed cotton to create a super-soft, luxe feel. The relaxed fit features a range of graphic artwork, ribbed bands, and an artful pigment dye that gives it a perfectly well-worn look.
$39.99 – $65.95Billabong Women’s Ride In Oversized Crewneck Sweatshirt
$39.99 – $65.95