Medlands Beach Surf Photo by Sun Sea Surf

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Mike Gardner - Surf Legend from Way back..., Medlands Beach

Medlands Beach Surf Photo: 'Mike Gardner - Surf Legend from Way back...' by Sun Sea Surf

Mike Gardner was the first Surfer to land on NZ's first Surf Mag Cover.... A Surf Legend from way back must not be forgotten hence this photo to share.... Mike Gardner still checks the surf daily on the top of Sugar Loaf Hill.....Great Barrier Island...

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User: Sun Sea Surf (4 photos)

Country: New Zealand (2475 photos)

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Murray Baylis
Hi I was very interested in this photo because I am writing a history of surfing in Opunake Taranaki. Apparently according to some old locals Mike came to Opunake in the late 1950s and had quite an influence with his surfing and a having a lighter more modern surfboard for the time. I'm pretty sure this is the Mike Gardener . Would it be possible to pass on my contact details to him as I would love to interview him for my book. regards Murray Baylis Email [email protected] Phone 067618067 or 0272183377