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 Boy’s All Day Layback Boardshorts
BLACK
CORAL
DMI – DARKMNTOur Billabong Boy’s All Day Layback 16″ volley boardshorts are eco-consciously crafted of recycled Surf Suede fabric (aka super-strong on the outside, supremely soft on the inside) with a Micro Repel water-repellent coating for quick-drying performance. A modern fit and drawcord closure ensures all-day comfort, while a side pocket and a new color range packs in style.
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Billabong Men’s All Day Layback Boardshorts
LIL- LILAC
NPN- NEON PINKAll day, every day, these surf trunks will never slow down. Recycled plastic water bottles provide their super strength while 4-way stretch gives them supreme flex. Faster and lighter, the All Day Layback Boardshorts will blow up the lineup.
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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.
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Billabong Boys’ All Day Stripe Pro Boardshorts 18″
SLR- SOLAR (DARK GREY, PINK, ORANGE, YELLOW, BLUE)
STEALTH- BLACK/GREY WITH TEAL STRIPESThe Billabong Boys’ All Day Stripe Pro Boardshort is made from lightweight, quick-drying, 4-way stretch high-performance fabric so you can wear them, literally, all day. Featuring an engineered multi-width stripe pattern throughout, these fixed waist performance-enhancing boardshorts are the perfect combination of comfort and style.
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Billabong Women’s Daisy Craze Havana Cheeky Bikini Bottoms
MEEO- PINK LADY WITH FLOWERS
Welcome in the sun and saltwater with this bright and playful women’s swim bottom. Taking a modern twist on a retro silhouette, the Daisy Craze Havana bikini bottom offers skimpy bum coverage and a high-rise leg designed for bronzing perfection. The premium ribbed fabric is not only dreamy soft, strong and stretchy, but it’s also recycled. And have a look at that floral print? Yes, please!
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Billabong Women’s All Day Long Top
ANI- ANIMAL PRINT
MUL- MULTICOLORWomen’s Knit Top.
Fabric: Cotton Jersey.
Fit: Fitted.
Features: Smocked Bodice.
Flutter Sleeve.
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Billabong Women’s Take A Trip Short Sleeve T-Shirt
ICB- ICE BLUE
MUL- MULTICOLOR (NOT PICTURED)Women’s Tie Dye T-Shirt.
Short sleeves.
Crew neck.
Relaxed fit.
Rib-knit neckband.
Graphic print at left chest.
Tie-dye wash.
Material: Loose knit jersey.$29.99$39.95Billabong Women’s Take A Trip Short Sleeve T-Shirt
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Billabong Men’s All Day Layback Boardshort
NVY- NAVY
SPE-SPEARMINT
CYAN- BRIGHT BLUE
BLK-BLACK
RSE- ROSE PINK
AQU- AQUA
MEL- MELON ORANGE
CTL- COASTAL BLUE
RHT- RED HOTMen’s layback boardshorts.
Made with recycled fabric.
Elasticated waist.
Micro Repel water repellent coating.
Light weight, quick dry.
Length: short
Outseam: 16″$29.99 -
Billabong Men’s Big John Surf Safari Hat
CHINO
Providing 360 degree sun protection, the Big John Men’s Hat keeps the adventure alive. A men’s safari hat made from heavy cotton twill for a slight structure, the Big John adds a woven label at the front and adjustable chin strap to keep it in place on the move
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BILLABONG MEN’S Dimension Faux Leather Bi-Fold Wallet
JVG – JAVA
KGI – BLKGRAINCrafted of vegan-friendly faux leather, the Dimension Bi-Fold Wallet from Billabong features plenty of pockets to keep your card and cash organized, plus a zip coin pocket and a convenient mesh ID window.
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BILLABONG Boy’s Walled Trucker Hat
BGY – BLKGRY
DTA – DEEP TEALAdding signature style with a Billabong front patch, the Boy’s Walled Trucker Hat has a twill blend front panel, all-mesh backing, and an easy snapback closure. Explore the range of prints and colorways.
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Billabong Men’s Walled Trucker Hat
MILITARY
NAVYCheck your flow. The Walled Trucker Hat is easy and breezy with a mesh back and a custom logo patch.
$27.95