1960s Surfing In Australia

Surfing in Australia during the 1960s, filmed by Russell Sheppard for his film 'The Ultimate Life' which was shot on Super 8 film. Photographs are from Bruce Usher, Russell Sheppard and Phil Sheppard. For more surfing videos go to the Video Gallery at: www.walkcyclesydney.com.au

[@bondalemecovillage6738]

Grew up surfing in the 60's & 70's when Australia was a free country & everyone was focused on simple things & having fun.

[@nomind640]

What a life hey.... No phones or social media just pure love in surfing... Missing my past life, alot!

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Yeah life was simpler then, but we got to enjoy and now remember those wonderful times in history. Phil

[@Sidetrackification]

Again, Excellent! Grew up on the gulf coast of Florida, moved here in 69,started by paddling boards back out to those who had fallen off. Leashes were for dogs back then 😆

[@susannemccallum1683]

Truly a golden age never to be seen again; the past is another country. Those who lived in Oz during this epoch were very blessed. Many thanks for uploading this😀!!!

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Thank you Susanne, it was a wonderful time to grow up. It was a great experience putting this film together. Phil

[@patcummins6036]

I’m now 76 years old and surfed since I was 11. Started on a surfoplane ( rubbery) at Brooms Head, North Coast , NSW. Last surf was on a SUP at Warilla on the South Coast last year! People who haven’t surfed have no idea! We lived in the best times, had the best sports, eg a rugby league game anyone could play , had the best music, great girls, early 70’s hippy chicks that loved surfers! Just shut up and enjoy your memories old man! They will never be relived!

[@davegoldspink5354]

Not a bucket head but even just for its historical value that was a great watch specially growing up on the South Coast at East Corrimal (Illawarra in the 70s). Thanks for sharing. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Thanks Dave, yes it was a great era for surfing. I'm glad you enjoyed the film. Phil Sheppard

[@filmsofgilbert]

As a teen from the UK this era seems to have fizzled out much before my time. What an experience this all must've been and what I'd give to live it.

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Yes, I think we had the best era to grow up. We were very lucky. Phil

[@gustavobro2484]

The coolest fun days ever sadly gone forever. Thanks for the vid✌️❤️🙂

[@christianroman7197]

Special moments in a golden years

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Thank you Christian, those years were very golden for us who enjoyed them. Phil

[@mickmartin5143]

It brings back memories.

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Thanks

[@dennisthemenace57]

The best time to be an Aussie.

[@mvygantas]

esp if you like swimming back to shore to get your board!

[@GibolinProductions]

Awesome footage and editing, congrats! Those golden years belong unfortunately to the past, but the spirit is still alive here, on the lake of Geneva! Keep surfing!

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Thank you for your comments. It's great you can surf on Lake Geneva. Phil

[@Joe-pc1ju]

good style from the USA!

[@mickchilly1112]

Mate that there is surfing unlike todays crap. 👍👍

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Yeah Mick, it was a pretty cool era. Phil

[@onox4740]

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[@aliaskong1723]

An old motto seems to apply today "PRAY FOR SHARKS". (Murphy).

[@kurtflamer-caldera8368]

Terrific.

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Thank you

[@leejarrad616]

Boys riding on the eh van nobody has fun like that anymore in this stifled society

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

It sure was a lot of fun back then. Phil

[@David_P132]

EJ wasn't it Lee? 😉

[@leejarrad616]

@@David_P132 yea maybe it is, didn't look that close to busy looking at the smiles and laughs on the typical Aussie boys that are no more.

[@David_P132]

@@leejarrad616 We're still here mate!

[@leejarrad616]

@@David_P132 don't know where have not seen any for a while.

[@Jenk-Films]

the dreammm

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Sure was, Phil

[@surferlight4201]

Thanks for these magnificent images... It's fantastic ! What song is playing?

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Thank you. The music is called Live Worms, which I got from the KZbin audio library. Phil

[@surferlight4201]

@@walkcyclesydney1725👍 Thanks Phil !!

[@harryknackers7892]

I need a time machine old boy.

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

I think all of us would like to return to that era. Phil

[@surferlight4201]

Hi Phil, how are your things? I hope that very good ! I want to know if I can upload this video to my youtube channel, it is wonderful! I would appreciate your ok because it would be an honor to be able to place it there so that more souls can connect with the energy it brings. I send you a big hug and many greetings! Leo Lojo

[@rossbowen1213]

Has anyone got a pic of a cedar sided balsa teardrop

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Hi Ross, sorry i can't help you with that but I will see if anyone else I know might have a photo. Phil

[@rene29200]

❤️🏄😻😎👍

[@walkcyclesydney1725]

Thank you

[@dannyhood7433]

It should be titled 'Welcome to shark central'.

[@burtbenz9964]

B a good bludger

[@darylburnet8328]

Yes I used to love it , got burnt all the time and shed skin like a snake. Now my skin cancer is really itchy. Oh well.

[@jimmyslade6754]

Kooks. Tommy walker is the man, doing this 40 years before these kooks