THE CRAFT
BUILT WITH PURPOSE
Every curve, rail and contour has a purpose. From proven templates to the final finish, each board reflects decades of design knowledge and a commitment to performance in real waves.
DESIGN · CRAFT · PERFORMANCE
MEET OUR SHAPERS
Decades of shaping knowledge, continuous refinement and real-world testing — built into every Rusty surfboard.
SHAPED BY EXPERIENCE
PERFORMANCE STARTS IN THE SHAPING BAY
Proven designs. Premium materials. Skilled workmanship.
For decades, Rusty Surfboards has been recognised for crafting high-performance surfboards designed to meet the demands of surfers around the world. Every model is developed through years of shaping experience, continuous refinement and real-world testing to deliver the highest standards of quality and performance.
At Rusty Surfboards South Africa, we are proud to bring this heritage to local surfers. Every board is carefully crafted using proven designs, premium materials and skilled workmanship, ensuring the performance, durability and attention to detail that have defined the Rusty name for generations.
Whether you’re chasing your next progression, everyday performance or the perfect custom board, you can trust Rusty Surfboards South Africa to deliver a board built with precision and backed by decades of shaping expertise.
SHAPING TODAY
ACTIVE SHAPERS
Meet the five shapers carrying Rusty’s design heritage forward. Select a profile to discover more about their work.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE BOARDS
PAST SHAPERS
A legacy built by generations of craftsmen, designers and surfers who contributed to the evolution of Rusty Surfboards.
Clint Preisendorfer
Mike Russo
Darius Gross
Scott Raisbeck
Terry Goldsmith
David Barr
Stu Kenson
Steve Barto
Roger Beal
Chris Christenson
Chris Borst
John Carper
Bill Johnson
Hank Warner
Art Collier
Roy Sanchez
Bill Shrosbee
Greg Sauritch
Bob Yinger
Luke Moore
Aido Wheeler
Mick Button
Greg Laurenson
Dave Parmenter
Johnny Cabianca (One summer 20 years ago.)
Peter Lawson (South Africa one summer 25 plus years ago.)
RUSTY SOUTH AFRICA
MEET THE RUSTY TEAM
Discover the surfers and crew carrying the Rusty spirit forward in South Africa.