Jeff Timpone has been building surfboards for 50 years. Not only is he one of the world’s most experienced shapers, he’s also on the cutting edge of sustainable surfboard manufacturing. In today’s show Jeff discusses his moral conflict about leaving California to surf Hawaii during the Vietnam draft. He reflects on early experiences with iconic surfers and shapers and how his work with the early strapped crew helped pioneer Jaws and define Maui’s surf identity. Enjoy!

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