WIN this unique Tasmanian Surfboard...

On display now in the RHS Hobart store. Crafted from convict planted Himalayan Cedar & Huon Pine salvaged from the Gardens collections this unique one of a kind board was shaped by renowned Tasmanian shaper Matt Farrell of Flow State, this board is built to last and perform.

Tickets are only $5 and are limited to 2,000 tickets. Tickets are on sale from the Gardens Botanical shop.

The winner will be drawn in February just in time to make use of the warm swell.

All money raised in the raffle goes directly to developing and maintaining your Botanical Gardens for all to enjoy.

Shaped by Mathew Farrell.  Built from recycled timbers in the most ethical ways we know how, these.

About this board:

FISH

Catch virtually any wave, still be able to duck dive, slide around like a skate-board, cruise through the flat sections and carve big momentum turns. Sounds more like it eh?

The recent re popularisation of Steve Lis’ off-the-wall design has been a great boon to modern surfing. Sure, fads come and go, and many see the resurgence of the fish as nothing more. We see it as a rediscover of why (and how) many of us surf. It’s fun. The waves aren’t always over-head and hallow. Not all of us want to do flips.
The fish is sensible in design that works well in smaller surf, while being more lively and manoeuvrable than a big board. It’s also a great shape for wood- thicker profile and a bit more weight. Built right, they can hold their own in heavier conditions too. With a few modern influences, mostly on the fins and volume, the fish is one of the most versatile all rounders.

Twin keels and a flat bottom are the de-facto, though quad-fins and concaves are an excellent choice for heavier surf and greater manoeuvrability. Not necessarily better, just different.

http:surfboards.flowstate.com.au