My shaping journey kicked off in 2009 when I couldn't find the right shapes to ride, so I started crafting my own boards in my backyard shed. This led me to dive into full-time shaping, allowing me to explore new sensations with my surfing. Feeling constrained by the narrow-minded views on alternative surfboards in my hometown, I decided to head north in 2012 to the warmer waters of Noosa Heads. The more diverse open-minded surfers welcomed different shapes. I connected with incredible surfers who shared their insights, helping me create boards that suited their needs. Noosa & the surrounding area boasts some of the best longboard and shortboard waves, giving me the chance to refine my designs through my own surfing and collaboration with a small group of like-minded individuals. This journey has led to a diverse range of models that have been developed during this experimentation period.

Custom Handshapes

Over the past fifteen years, I've set out to build high quality surfboards by hand that are built to last. By honouring the rich heritage of surfboard shaping I wanted to keep true to the roots of the craft, my vision has been to produce authentic, timeless,100% hand-shaped boards made to suit the individual.

While the majority of surfboards today are being made using CNC machines to meet demand & save time, my approach as a low-volume shaper allows me to dedicate more time and care to each build, enhancing my skills as a craftsman & creating a true one off product. My experimentation over the past decade has led me down various era's of surfboard history & experimentation on shapes from the late 60's to the late 80's and given me a solid foundation to blend modern elements with inspiration from the past .

If you're interested in a custom board, feel free to email me directly at info@marensurfboards.com or fill out the Rider Details order form linked below. I'll get back to you as soon as I can with details on lead times and costs.

- Adrian Knott.

specialising in resin tints, opaques, custom stringers, hand made fins, Volan cloth, resin panels, custom art, pinlines,high density foam stringers & high gloss polishes.

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