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No 170 : August 14, 1968

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Unrivalled Surf

Gisborne surfers were quick to take advantage of the unrivalled surfing conditions which occurred over the weekend of August 3. Wainui, and Centennial Marine Drive were at their best, proving that Gisborne is a great place for a beach holiday all year round.

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In this spectacular shot, local champ Alan Byrne races across a wind-blown wave.

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Doug Hislop does a hard cut-back in the white water.

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Glen Sutton trims across a breaking wave.

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Napier rider Russell Jones fights his way through powerful shore-break.

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Geoff Logan stalls into the curl with Young Nick's Head in the background.

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Jamming on a tight turn is Warren Wormsley.

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