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 Chronicle SS
Room to move, but with a nice silky touch. Some surfers can be so picky. But the Chronicle Slice rashguard lets him have it his way with a loose t-shirt fit and an oh-so-smooth feel that will never let him down.
The Chronicle Slice surf tee is made with a special combination of nylon and spandex with a unique silk-touch feel. Flatlock seams also provide a smooth fit and prevent chaffing and dashing. Designed with a unique t-shirt fit that provides loose comfort without cling. Our iconic Billabong logo is screened across the chest. .
Short sleeve surf tee.
Loose fit.
6oz silk touch.
91% nylon/9% spandex.
Billabong logo screen at chest.
Rinse in cold water.
Imported.$27.95Billabong Chronicle SS
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Billabong Men’s All Day Trucker Hat
GRH- HEATHERED GREY
The Billabong All Day Trucker Hat keeps you protected from the elements in style. Made from cotton twill fabric blended with polyester mesh at the side and back panels this men’s trucker hat features a classic 6-panel construction with an adjustable snapback closure for a comfortable, custom fit. Designed with 3D wave embroidery at the center front crown, this snapback hat is finished off with a woven flag label at the back closure.
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Billabong Women’s Dad Cap Strapback Hat
OFB- OFF BLACK
GVJO – Avocado 1
RNZO – Red Rock
Gotta give pops some props— our signature Dad Cap is the perfect style for any outfit. The fitted hat is made with soft cotton twill, with embroidery at the front, a curved-to-perfection brim, and a metal back clasp to customize the fit.
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BILLABONG Boy’s (2-7) All Day Layback Boardshorts
DMI – DARK MINT
Our Billabong Boy’s All Day Layback 13″ toddler 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 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 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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Boys’ All Day Layback Boardshorts
RHT- RED
MEL- MELON ORANGE
AQU- AQUA
BLK- BLACK
CYAN-CYAN BLUEBoy’s Elastic Waist Boardshorts.
Layback series.
Fabric/tech: Recycler Surf Suede. The original durable boardshort fabric for all your surf needs. Made from recycled PET plastic bottles.
Additional Features: Features an array of solid colors and elastic waist comfort.
Micro Repel water repellent coating for a lightweight and quick-drying fabric.
Fit: LoTide, a modern fit featuring an elastic lasso waist. Equally perfect for a lounge on the beach or a quick shred.
Outseam: 16-inch outseam short length.
Waist: Elastic with lasso drawcord.
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Billabong Women’s Baja Sandal
CSB- CLASSIC BLUE
NAT- NATURALRooted in surf trip stripes, the Baja sandals keep the adventure going with a super cush footbed. The next best thing to bare feet, the flip flops are designed with a squishy footbed and striped woven 3-point straps.
Women’s flip-flops.
Woven novelty strap three-point thong straps.
Cece Construction – Next best thing to bare feet.
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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 WOMEN’S Sol Searcher Lowrider Bikini Bottoms
CZJ0 – BLACK PEBBLE 2
Your sidekick on the hunt for sun and swell, the Sol Searcher Lowrider bikini bottom is a timeless solid style made from stretchy recycled nylon. This low-rise icon offers full bum coverage for a fit that flatters all— you can never go wrong with a classic
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New Comer Straw Hat
She likes wide open beaches— and wide brims to match. A staple for the sunny season, the New Comer hat is crafted in seagrass straw with a structured brim and a rope chin strap to combat beach breezes.
$19.99New Comer Straw Hat
$19.99