surf history | Cord Surfboards

Aug 154 min read

Maurice Cole: An Icon of Innovation

Famous for his design and shaping innovation, Maurice Cole is one of the most well-known surfboard shapers in the industry.

Apr 34 min read

When The Dust Settles: Revisiting Chris Nelson’s homage to Chops and Mary in Morocco

Rediscovering the story of a pioneering surf trip to Morocco in the 1970s, and one of the best waves of Chops' life.

Aug 22, 20224 min read

The Origin of Cord Surfboards: 1960s on the Sunshine Coast

Born in the mid 60s on the Sunshine Coast of Australia, we’ve had our feet firmly planted in surfing’s heritage since conception.

Shaping Surfing Since 1965