Blacker Surfboards

Blacker Surfboards Blacker Surfboards . One man still makes every board himself, by hand. Paul does not mass produce or supply shops all over the country.

I have been making boards for over 50 years now and i am the only UK board maker to carry the Lightning Bolt authentic title, since the early 80,s. Paul Blacker has been making surfboards for over forty years and has seen all of the era's in surfboard design from the 60's to the present day. A dedicated surfer Paul has been actively involved in the design and testing of all types of boards, from M

als, Funboards, Shortboards and Big Wave Guns. His factory is situated in Knowle, North Devon just outside of Braunton, where he has been producing surfboards for the past 24 years. Paul 100% hand shapes and finishes every surfboard himself, so that every stage of the process is carried out personally by him to ensure a truly quality product. with his production run being less than 80 boards a year, this ensures that you receive a board that has had the finest attention to detail for design, performance and durability. Paul will be more than welcome to talk about any type of board that you may require, including all the 'old' templates of California, Oz, Hawaii, etc. Big Wave Guns, Shortboards, Fishes, Twins, Quads and Single Fins. Experience the 70's & 80's feel from a shaper who was doing it then and is still doing it now! Please call or visit the factory for a friendly chat about your requirements, or problems on 01271 816986.

25/12/2023

Merry xmas everyone, have a wonderfull day and best wishes for the new year

22/09/2022

Well next year will see me make the last 10 boards of my life, and as I said many years ago, when I retire boards will rise in price to what level they should have been for the last 50 years, its happening. Good to see that some of my boards are selling second hand for more than the customers paid for them. You all thought that I was expensive, well now you all might see it as a good investment. Thank you to all those who supported me over the last 53 years. Jah bless you all

Sad news, he made up so many rythyms used by so many > Play for jah now
09/12/2021

Sad news, he made up so many rythyms used by so many > Play for jah now

What a loss to the Reggae fraternity, we've lost the great Jamaican bassist and producer Robbie Shakespeare of the duo Sly & Robbie today. RIP my brother. My deepest condolences to his loved ones and fans.

This pic was taken about 1988 when I toured with Sly Dunbar and Robbie for 3-months: U.S.A., Japan, and Europe.

18/11/2021
Goodbye 'Woolfie' you was a great part of my life, we will shape together again one fine day, when Jah calls me.
21/07/2021

Goodbye 'Woolfie' you was a great part of my life, we will shape together again one fine day, when Jah calls me.

3 Bolt board makers, 3 Lightning Bolts made by me
30/05/2021

3 Bolt board makers, 3 Lightning Bolts made by me

Team Bolt

Gee it was two years ago the Lightning Bolt tour was held at the museum, what a great night it was too
30/05/2021

Gee it was two years ago the Lightning Bolt tour was held at the museum, what a great night it was too

We had the upmost pleasure of hosting the Lightning Bolt team at the Museum of British Surfing last night. And it was a blast.

Rory, Craig, Paul and Andrew Cotton were so generous with their time chatting with everyone, telling some amazing stories and signing loads of memorabilia, boards, shirts and just about everything put in front of them.

A big shout out of thanks goes to everyone at Lightning Bolt for bringing these legends to North Devon, to the MoBS volunteers and trustees for hosting the event, Chris Burrows for the deck chairs and the movie set up, Need Essentials for letting us show the TYM movie, Korev for donating loads of beer that ensured the event turned into a big party, and to everyone that came and made it such a special event.

11/05/2021
24/04/2021

Sorry to say folks but I cant take anymore orders for this year as I have just had the notification to attend my pre op appointment in early June I dont know yet when the op will take place so I will try to get all my orders done before that as I will be laid up for 2 months to heal. Sorry folks

20/04/2021

Back in the factory, starting on the two boards that I should have finished last year. A nice Lightning Bolt stinger and a 8' 2" Pocket Rocket quad heading up to Scotland. Only got room left for a few orders left for this year, if you want one get in quick.

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Denis Industrial Estate
Braunton
EX332NA

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 2:30pm
Thursday 10am - 2:30pm
Friday 10am - 2:30pm

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+441271890372

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