USSA 61 Velcro Patch Surfer Long Sleeve T-Shirt Dale Velzy opened what is

Dale Velzy opened what is deemed the first surf shop in Manhattan Beach

On April 17

After a prosperous three decades of existence

Races fueled the economy in the surrounding area as thousands of fans were eager to witness world-record performances by Don “The Snake” Prudhomme

USSA 61 Velcro Patch Surfer Long Sleeve T-Shirt Dale Velzy opened what isThe United States Surfing Association was formed in 1961 to improve the sport's image as well as to govern surf competitions throughout the United States. USSA members, such as Corky Carroll, Mike Doyle, David Nuuhiwa and Joyce Hoffman, competed in world class surf contests all across the globe. Issued jerseys displaying their call numbers, they were judged on a point system through various heats, with the top point getter taking home the championship