1973 Duncan and Malcom
Cambell's Bonzer Jim Neece : "The Bonzer" Surfer magazine Vol 14 #
3 September 1973 page 64
Original design 1973 by Campbell brothers (USA) characterized
by forward concave leading to double concave each side of the centre fin
with two keel- type fins set on the rails ( radically toed-in and cambered).
Bottom design based on the shape of Rigalto
hang gliders.
Bonzer :Australian expression for
“excellent”. Occassionally spelt Bonza. Australian exponents : Peter Townend (Gordon
and Smith Surfboards) and Terry Richardson (Skipp Surfboards).
Preceeded by the Tri-fin 1971,
Influence on the Thruster 1981,
Adaptation 1988, the Phazer.
